Accommodations
The preferred hotel for the Iowa STEM Summit is:
Des Moines Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center, 929 Third Street, Des Moines, IA 50309.
Rooms can be reserved at the Des Moines Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center (929 Third Street, Des Moines, IA 50309) next to the conference center at a discounted rate. Amenities include free onsite parking, complimentary hot deluxe breakfast buffet, complimentary guest wireless internet, refrigerator/microwave, coffee/tea maker, fitness center and indoor heated pool.
Reserve Your Room Online Now at: https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/DE25O8
Group Name: Iowa STEM Summit
Group Code: BSPADJ
Group Rate: $80 per room, per night, plus 12% tax
Room Type: 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed (non smoking)
Check In: Thursday, November 5, 2026 (3:00 PM)
Check Out: Friday, November 6, 2026 (11:00 AM)
Guest is responsible for all charges. Free cancellation until November 2.
*The cutoff date for reservations at this special Iowa STEM Summit rate is October 22, 2026, 12 a.m.
Parking
Thanks to our generous sponsors and supporters, Iowa STEM is pleased to cover event parking in the Community Choice Convention Center lot (301-499 Crocker St, Des Moines, IA 50309) free of charge to Summit attendees. Simply let the parking attendant know you are attending the Iowa STEM Summit.