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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2.0 star property
Des Moines hotel in Lovington with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Suite, Multiple Beds
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
Reviews
7.2

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • GymGymGym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, 50322
  • Popular LocationMerle Hay Mall2 min drive
  • Popular LocationDrake University8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWells Fargo Arena11 min drive
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)27 min drive

Room options

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Exterior
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Pool
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Parking included
3.9 out of 5, Good, (582)
The price is AU$117
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

About the area

Des Moines

At Sonesta Essential Des Moines you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Merle Hay Mall and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and litter trays. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Lovington hotel include Drake University and Jordan Creek Town Center.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 2 min drive
  • Drake University - 8 min drive
  • Des Moines Art Center - 10 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 11 min drive
  • Hy Vee Hall - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 19 min walk
  • McDonald's - 3 min walk
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 16 min walk
  • Panera Bread - 2 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Des Moines hotel in Lovington with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
Sonesta Essential Des Moines offers its guests a fitness centre, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Sonesta Essential Des Moines also features laundry facilities and a lift. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Des Moines hotel.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Sonesta Essential Des Moines offers 150 air-conditioned accommodations, with an iron/ironing board. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 30 per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and litter trays are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50
  • Administrative fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 30 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Sonesta Essential Des Moines offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Des Moines on 22 May 2024 start from AU$141.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Yep, Sonesta Essential Des Moines has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

No, Sonesta Essential Des Moines does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Sonesta Essential Des Moines, with food and water bowls and litter trays on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Sonesta Essential Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

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Rating 6 - Okay. 213 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1000 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You get what you pay for
The room was dirty. It was loud. Housekeeping didn't understand the do not disturb sign and kept knocking. In fact we woke up 3 times because of housekeeping knocking and random people living at the hotel. Screaming babies, slamming doors, just overall not a comfortable experience. And that's not even going in to them overcharging me
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect for my needs.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Leah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad customer service
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edward

bad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was clean beds were comfortable good quality for price and area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Don't stay here
There is a party taking place in another room at 4:00 am, tried calling the front desk, no answer. Huge cobweb in the corner. No sleep tonight.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was excellent as always. Except the window was leaking cold air from the outside along with the heater wasn’t blowing out nothing but warm air so we were cold but other than that it was good!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024