Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton

4-star historic hotel in downtown Des Moines, listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Dining & On-Site Bars

Hotel Fort Des Moines houses two restaurants: Proudfoot and Bird for fine dining and Hobnob for coffee and lighter fare. Guests can also visit the on-site coffee and wine bar that serves locally sourced beverages. A speakeasy called In Confidence operates within the hotel, offering craft cocktails in a Prohibition-era setting.

Historic Rooms & Firsts

The fort des moines hotel was the first hotel west of the Mississippi River to offer private bathrooms in every room. It also was the first hotel in North America with a car lift to the second floor. Today, the rooms at 1000 walnut street des moines ia blend restored architectural details with modern comforts such as air conditioning and safety deposit boxes.

Entertainment & Unique Spaces

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton offers a Grand Ballroom that receives natural light, suitable for weddings and events. The property also has a Reading Room meeting space with refined décor for professional gatherings. Live music performances are scheduled at the hotel on select evenings.

Pet-Friendly & Business Amenities

The hotel has pet-friendly policies that allow guests to bring their animals. A business center and meeting/banquet facilities are available for corporate travelers. Valet parking is offered on-site, and the fitness center is open for guest use.

Downtown Location & Attractions

Hotel Fort Des Moines is less than 1 km from Science Center of Iowa and 1.5 km from Wells Fargo Arena. The Iowa Events Center and Des Moines Civic Center are also within walking distance. The Des Moines International Airport is 6 km away from the property.

• Historic Firsts: First hotel west of Mississippi with private bathrooms; first in North America with a car lift
• Dining: Two restaurants plus a speakeasy and coffee/wine bar
• Venues: Grand Ballroom and Reading Room meeting space
• Pet Policy: Guests can bring pets
• Location: Walk to Science Center, Wells Fargo Arena, Iowa Events Center