Holiday Inn Express Des Moines is located across from Drake University, half a mile from the Knapp Center/Drake Stadium, and approximately six miles from Des Moines International Airport. This location is also two miles from the Wells Fargo Arena and Court Avenue Entertainment District, three miles from Principal Park, five miles from the Iowa State Fairgrounds, 10 miles from Adventureland/Prairie Meadows, and 40 miles from the Bridges of Madison County. The property's amenities include the complimentary continental breakfast. The hotel also offers laundry facilities and free parking. All rooms feature cable TV, coffeemakers, high-speed Internet access, air-conditioning, irons and ironing boards, and hairdryers.