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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 107 guest reviews
- We have an indoor pool
- Free complimentary breakfast
- Gym is available on property
- 112 rooms in hotel
- 3 floors in hotel
- 5 suites in hotel
- Check-in time: 04:00 PM
- Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- 3 meeting rooms in hotel
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
The Sleep Inn® hotel is walking distance from the Living History Farms open-air museum. We are less than 2.5 miles from the Jordan Creek Mall and Retail Shopping area in West Des Moines. This Urbandale hotel is also near Drake University and the Des Moines Art Center. Adventureland USA amusement park, Iowa State Fairgrounds and the Des Moines International Airport are within 15 miles. The Metro Ice Sports Facility, Beaver Creek Golf Club and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines performing arts center are additional points of interest in the Urbandale area. The Iowa Machine Shed restaurant and lounge is located on the premises.
Map & Landmarks: Sleep Inn at Living History Farms
Verified Reviews of Sleep Inn at Living History Farms
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Clean, quiet, dog friendly hotel with good food!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Comfortable, quiet, clean and convenient. Spent an overnight with my pup. The hotel has a nice bar and food service and breakfast in the morning. The rooms are very comfortable and clean. I will be staying there again in the future.
Jan W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
02-Oct-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 29 to Sat Sep 30 2023 at a $214.99 average nightly rate. 
Property Description
- Situated in Urbandale within the metropolitan area of Des Moines Iowa the hotel is minutes from Living History Farms and close to the airport where guests can access the free shuttle service. Guest rooms feature iconic designs including original artwork and floor-to-ceiling windows and come equipped with free WiFi a Keurig coffee maker and mini fridge. The hotel*s on-site bar bistro serves small plates entrees and drinks. For Midwestern comfort food Machine Shed Restaurant is walking distance from the hotel. Event spaces are available for hosting meetings events or weddings. Space can be modified to create a tailor-made event that suits your needs. Seat up to 70 guests for a theater-style presentation or accommodate 250 guests for a standing reception.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 04:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 12:00 PM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2009 |
| Floors: | 3 |
| Rooms: | 112 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 103 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 7 |
| Suites: | 5 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 3 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 1676 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 60 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 2.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.3 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | No |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 24 hours in advance | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 50% |
| Total Taxes: | 12.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 0.05% |
| City Tax: | 0.07% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 0.06% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 0.06% |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 8.95 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 9.95 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 20.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 20.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 7.95 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 7.95 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 19.95 Per Person |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.95 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.95 Per Person |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 15.95 Per Item |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Central location
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Credit card accepted: JCB
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Free local calls
- Games room
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Radio in room
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- Travellers cheques accepted
- TV room
- Voicemail
- Fitness and health center
- Golf course on hotel grounds
- Laundry valet service
Airport & Shuttle Information
The Airport is approximately 18 min. from the Hotel. Our hotel does not have a shuttle sevice. Approximately the taxi service one way is approximately 35$
Local Shuttle Info: No shuttle service.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.$25 per night per pet
About Sleep Inns
- Morning Medley hot breakfast buffet serving waffles, eggs, bacon or sausage, etc. varies by location
- Guest rooms with large work/desk areas, free local and long-distance calls within the U.S.
- Large signature Sleep showers
- Free high-speed internet access and newspaper
- Swimming pool and/or fitness facility
The Sleep Inns highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: PerKup Cafe - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this cozy cafe. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
- Lunch: Fong's Pizza - Try unique and tasty pizza creations at this local favorite. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Jethro's BBQ n' Pork Chop Grill - Enjoy delicious BBQ and pork chop dishes at this popular local restaurant. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Adventureland Park - Have a thrilling day at this amusement park with exciting rides and attractions. Located 10 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: La Mie Bakery - Enjoy freshly baked pastries and breakfast items at this charming bakery. Located 7 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - Satisfy your burger cravings with unique and tasty creations at this popular burger joint. Located 6 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Centro - Indulge in Italian cuisine at this upscale restaurant known for its delicious pasta dishes. Located 8 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Pappajohn Sculpture Park - Explore this outdoor sculpture park featuring contemporary artwork. Located 9 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Waveland Cafe - Enjoy a classic American breakfast at this local diner known for its friendly service. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Malo - Delight in Mexican cuisine with a modern twist at this vibrant restaurant. Located 7 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: 801 Chophouse - Treat yourself to a fine dining experience with delicious steaks and seafood at this elegant restaurant. Located 5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Science Center of Iowa - Discover interactive exhibits and educational programs at this science museum. Located 8 miles from the hotel.
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Previously known as:
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Sleep Inn at Living History Farms
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Sleep Inn at Living History Farms.
Feel free to use the Sleep Inn at Living History Farms meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Urbandale event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Boardroom Suite | 20 x 14 x 8 | 280 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Boardroom SuiteThe Sleep Inn® hotel is walking distance from the LivingHistory Farms open-air museum. This Urbandale hotel isalso near Drake University and the Des Moines Art Center.Adventureland USA amusement park, Iowa StateFairgrounds and the Des Moines International Airport arewithin 15 miles.The Metro Ice Sports Facility, Beaver Creek Golf Club andthe Civic Center of Greater Des Moines performing artscenter are additional points of interest in the Urbandale area.The Iowa Machine Shed restaurant and lounge is located onthe premises.Guests of this Urbandale hotel will enjoy many full-serviceamenities, including:· Free wireless high-speed Internet access· Free continental breakfast· Free weekday newspaper· Free local calls· Pet-friendly hotel; a nightly fee appliesThe hotel features an indoor pool and hot tub. Businesstravelers will appreciate voice mail and access to copy andfax machines.All guest rooms feature irons, ironing boards and cabletelevisions with HBO. Some rooms include microwaves andrefrigerators.This Urbandale hotel offers contemporary room styles fortoday's travelers. A variety of room types are available to fitindividual needs, including poolside rooms and executivesuites.Guest laundry facilities are available. Handicap-accessibleand non-smoking rooms are also offered.The perfect location and convenient access to areaattractions makes the Sleep Inn hotel a great place forbusiness and leisure travelers in the Urbandale area.Hotel Details:Check in time: 4:00 PMCheck out time: 12:00 PM Room Type: Boardroom Total Size: 280 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 20 x 14 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Boardroom Suite | 20 x 14 x 8 | 280 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Boardroom SuiteRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 280 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 20 x 14 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 3 Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Green Room | 36 x 31 x 10 | 1116 | 48/50 | 30 | 32 | 24 | 18 | 24 | --/-- | 60 | -- | 2 |
Close This Green RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1116 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 36 x 31 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Below Ground Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Boardroom Suite 329 | 36 x 13 x 8 | 468 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 12 | -- |
Close This Boardroom Suite 329Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 468 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 36 x 13 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Boardroom Suite 321 | 36 x 13 x 8 | 468 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 12 | -- |
Close This Boardroom Suite 321Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 468 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 36 x 13 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Sleep Inn at Living History Farms
What time is check in?
Check in time is 04:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Sleep Inn at Living History Farms have?
There are 112 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Sleep Inn at Living History Farms?
Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
Is there a gym at Sleep Inn at Living History Farms?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Sleep Inn at Living History Farms?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..
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