Courtyard Marriott Ankeny  

Just north of Des Moines in Ankeny, a quick drive from Wells Fargo Arena and Adventureland. Des Moines Area Community College is about 1.9 miles away, with Woodland Hills Golf Course, Ankeny Dog Park and local parks all nearby. Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is roughly 16 miles from the hotel.

119 air-conditioned rooms with warm, straightforward décor, refrigerators, microwaves and in-room safes. Rooms have desks, alarm clocks, private bathrooms with shower/tub combos, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers and daily housekeeping. Elevator access and on-site services like laundry and dry cleaning keep stays easy.

Swim in the indoor pool or hit the fitness center; relax in a ballroom for events. Complimentary wired and wireless internet, free self-parking, gift shop/newsstand, ATM, car rental service and a safe-deposit box round out practical perks.

Business center and express check-in, plus complimentary newspapers in the lobby and wired and wireless internet throughout. Free self-parking makes meetings and travel easier.

On-site restaurant, a coffee shop/café for snacks and quick bites, and a bar/lounge for drinks. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.