Des Moines Marriott Downtown

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $4,000

Guest capacity

Up to 800 seated guests

About this venue

Celebrate in the heart of downtown Des Moines at Des Moines Marriott Downtown. Our modern event spaces, elegant ballroom, and connected hotel accommodations create a seamless experience for you and your guests. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a lavish reception, our experienced wedding team will help bring your vision to life with personalized service, customized catering, and thoughtful attention to every detail. With stylish spaces, exceptional hospitality, and a convenient downtown location, Des Moines Marriott Downtown is the perfect setting for an unforgettable wedding celebration.

Seated guest capacity

  • 10-800

Venue type

  • Ballrooms, Banquet Halls
  • Hotels, Inns, Resorts

Venue setting

  • Indoor
700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

Our event spaces

Iowa Ballroom

Grand Celebrations, Unforgettable Moments

Our largest ballroom offers an elegant setting for wedding receptions, complete with high ceilings, sophisticated finishes, and ample space for dining, dancing, and celebrating with up to 450 guests.

Guest capacity

Up to 450 Seated

Up to 800 Standing

Square footage

9,360

Room cost

$12,000 Food and Beverage Minimum to Waive Rental

Des Moines Room

Versatile Space, Unlimited Possibilities

This versatile space offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for meaningful moments with family and friends. It can be combined with our Hall of Cities Ballroom for even larger functions.

Guest capacity

Up to 450 Seated

Up to 800 Standing

Square footage

9,750

Room cost

$8000 Food and Beverage Minimum to Waive Rental

Hall of Cities Ballroom

Classic Elegance in the Heart of Downtown

A timeless ballroom designed for memorable receptions and ceremonies. Featuring refined décor and flexible layouts, this space is ideal for couples seeking a sophisticated downtown Des Moines wedding.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 350 Standing

Square footage

4,472

Room cost

$4,000 Food and Beverage Minimum to Waive Rental

Windows on 7th

Intimate Gatherings, Personalized Touches

Windows on 7th provides natural light through expansive windows. Perfect for smaller celebrations, bridal brunches, or rehearsal dinners

Guest capacity

Up to 90 Seated

Up to 175 Standing

Square footage

3,171

Room cost

$4,000 Food and Beverage Minimum to Waive Rental on Saturday Nights

Iowa Ballroom

Grand Celebrations, Unforgettable Moments

Our largest ballroom offers an elegant setting for wedding receptions, complete with high ceilings, sophisticated finishes, and ample space for dining, dancing, and celebrating with up to 450 guests.

Guest capacity

Up to 450 Seated

Up to 800 Standing

Square footage

9,360

Room cost

$12,000 Food and Beverage Minimum to Waive Rental

Des Moines Room

Versatile Space, Unlimited Possibilities

This versatile space offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for meaningful moments with family and friends. It can be combined with our Hall of Cities Ballroom for even larger functions.

Guest capacity

Up to 450 Seated

Up to 800 Standing

Square footage

9,750

Room cost

$8000 Food and Beverage Minimum to Waive Rental

Hall of Cities Ballroom

Classic Elegance in the Heart of Downtown

A timeless ballroom designed for memorable receptions and ceremonies. Featuring refined décor and flexible layouts, this space is ideal for couples seeking a sophisticated downtown Des Moines wedding.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 350 Standing

Square footage

4,472

Room cost

$4,000 Food and Beverage Minimum to Waive Rental

Windows on 7th

Intimate Gatherings, Personalized Touches

Windows on 7th provides natural light through expansive windows. Perfect for smaller celebrations, bridal brunches, or rehearsal dinners

Guest capacity

Up to 90 Seated

Up to 175 Standing

Square footage

3,171

Room cost

$4,000 Food and Beverage Minimum to Waive Rental on Saturday Nights

Available services that can be provided by Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event staff
  • Lighting/Sound
  • On-site accommodations
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - paid
  • Valet - paid
  • Wheelchair accessible

Rentals

  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting
  • Linens
  • Sound / AV
  • Standard Chairs

Accommodations

  • Bedroom suites
  • Double bed rooms
  • Honeymoon suite
  • Luxury suites
  • Room blocks offered
  • Single king rooms

Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

1 review

  • KT

    Kelly T // B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 22, 2026

    Owner

    Our team has had the pleasure of working at the Des Moines Marriott downtown for 22 years. This hotel has a stable, expert-level staff who does an excellent job. It's easy for me to recognize when someone in this industry is good at their job and you'll find that everyone at Marriott Downtown is. They are truly a group of commited event professionals. And, it's still true to this day - this hotel offers some of the best packages in regards to value for hosting an incredible meal with drink options. We are true fans of a hotel wedding especially when you consider the convenience, value and serivce you'll find at this hotel. You'll always be in good hands at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown :)

    Rebecca•Sep 22, 2026

    Thank you Kelly! We always love working with Bella Flora on great events.

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The hotel just has valet parking onsite. Current valet rates are $30 for up to 8 hours and $40 overnight/daily. Guests who prefer self-parking may use the city-owned parking garage connected to the hotel via the downtown skywalk at 8th Street and Locust Street.
Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible. We also have ramps at the main and side entrances, hearing-impaired fire alarm lights, and trained staff.
January, February, March, April, and December
May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
Set up, clean up, tables, chairs, china, flatware, glassware, and linens
Per our liquor license we provide and serve all the alcohol. The only exception is wine--we can do a corkage fee of $23 per bottle.
We only allow outside catering under special circumstances for cuisines that our kitchen cannot produce. The 2 most common are Jewish Kosher and Indian. For these types we do have special package pricing that covers our service and requirements of the caterer.

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