Hosting a Conference or Event in Ankeny

Engine connects corporate event planners, travel managers, and attendees to conference hotels in Ankeny, each ranked by meeting and event capacity. The Courtyard Marriott Ankeny sits among the top hotels you can book through Engine, with a largest event space of about 5,300 square feet (the Grand Ballroom) that accommodates up to 577 people, plus 7 total event spaces and 119 guest rooms. Compare space, capacity, and rates across the city's properties, then book self-serve for stays of 8 rooms or fewer, or hand off room blocks of 9 or more to Engine Groups.

Engine booking data shows May is Ankeny's busiest month for business travel, with about 26% more room nights than the city's average month. If your event lands in May, book the room block early.

Ankeny sits just north of Des Moines and draws corporate meetings, training sessions, and regional events year-round. These hotels serve organizations of every size and industry, whether you're attending a seminar or hosting a multi-day conference with breakout sessions. You can book guest rooms at these properties on Engine, and for a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. When you need meeting or event space, Engine Spaces, Engine's venue product, lets you find and request space at more than 40,000 venues, so you can source both the guest rooms and the venue through a single platform.

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Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

3-star hotel 4.4 Excellent (612)

The Grand Ballroom at Courtyard Marriott Ankeny runs about 5280 square feet and hosts up to 577 people, the largest single event space among these properties. With 7 event spaces and 119 guest rooms, it anchors many corporate gatherings.

  • Free parking avail.
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Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines

3-star hotel 3.1 Good (1003)

Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines offers a Ballroom of about 2225 square feet with capacity for up to 165 people. The property has 113 guest rooms and 1 event space.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

2-star hotel 4.2 Great (1004)

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson provides 2 event spaces, the largest being Room 105 at about 528 square feet, which accommodates up to 35 people. The hotel has 63 guest rooms.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

3-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (926)

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel features a meeting room of about 1000 square feet that holds up to 100 people. With 84 guest rooms and 1 event space, it serves mid-sized meetings.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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Homewood Suites By Hilton Ankeny

3-star hotel 4.5 Excellent (630)

Homewood Suites By Hilton Ankeny has 1 event space, the Oralabor Room, running about 644 square feet and seating up to 66 people. The property offers 92 guest rooms.

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Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

3-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (192)

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny provides the Prairie Trail Room, about 528 square feet, with capacity for up to 30 people. The hotel has 90 guest rooms and 1 event space.

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Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

2-star hotel 4.1 Great (833)

Econo Lodge Ankeny features a Breakfast Room of about 1750 square feet that accommodates up to 50 people. The property has 56 guest rooms and 1 event space.

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Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

2-star hotel 3.8 Great (430)

Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny offers 2 event spaces, the largest about 400 square feet, accommodating up to 28 people. The hotel has 57 guest rooms.

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Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

2-star hotel 4.4 Excellent (759)

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny has a meeting room of about 748 square feet with capacity for up to 79 people. The property offers 67 guest rooms and 1 event space.

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Frequently asked questions

What amenities do conference hotels in Ankeny typically offer?
Most properties on this list offer amenities like complimentary parking, wifi, and on-site dining, though specifics vary by hotel. The Courtyard Marriott Ankeny and Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines both provide meeting-friendly features, and many travelers appreciate the convenience of breakfast and business services. Check each property's listing on Engine to confirm the amenities that matter most for your event.
How does billing work when booking multiple rooms for a conference?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing and multiple payment options, with no membership fee. For a stay of 9 or more guest rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking; for 8 or fewer, you can book self-serve on the platform. Either way, you'll have straightforward billing designed for business travel.
What should I look for in a hotel for a large meeting or corporate event?
Meeting space, guest-room count, and on-site facilities are the essentials. The Courtyard Marriott Ankeny has its largest event space at about 5,300 square feet (the Grand Ballroom, accommodating up to 577 people) and 119 guest rooms, while the Wyndham Garden offers a largest space of about 2,200 square feet and 113 rooms. Planners can search and compare these hotels on Engine, and Engine Spaces lets you find and request meeting and event space across thousands of venues.
How far in advance should I book hotel rooms for a conference?
For a large group, booking three to six months ahead is common practice to secure the room block and rates you need. Smaller events may have more flexibility, but earlier is generally better, especially during busy travel periods. Engine lets you search, compare, and book conference properties as soon as your dates are set.
What's the easiest way to get to Ankeny for a conference?
Des Moines International Airport, the airport serving the area, is about 15 minutes south of Ankeny. Most attendees rent a car or arrange a shuttle, and the hotels on this list are easily accessible from Interstate 35. Ground transportation options are straightforward, making arrivals and departures smooth for out-of-town guests.

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