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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

2.5 star property
Hotel in Des Moines with free breakfast and 24-hour business centre

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Lobby
Exterior
Lobby
Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Indoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Explore the area

Map
4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA, 50322
  • Merle Hay Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Drake University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road puts you in the centre of Des Moines, 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Merle Hay Mall and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a computer station. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Lovington hotel include Drake University and Wells Fargo Arena.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Drake University - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Living History Farms - 9 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Hotel in Des Moines with free breakfast and 24-hour business centre
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served. The business-friendly Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road also features an indoor pool, coffee/tea in common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

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

  • 116 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road offers 116 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • 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 day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash deposit: USD 250.00 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: USD 2 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 fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per day

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and cash.
    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.

Property is also known as

Quality Des Moines
Quality Inn Des Moines
Quality Inn Suites
Quality Inn Suites Des Moines Merle Hay Road
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road Hotel
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road?

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road?

As of 11 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road on 29 June 2025 start from AU$116.63, 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 Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road?

Yep, Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road has a free self car park.

Does Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road have a pool?

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental brekkie is served at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road?

No, Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road?

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

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 913 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 913 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 913 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 913 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 913 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Paul

Business traveller

Front desk clueless/not helpful

Out of the 5 nights stayed, got 1 night of good sleep. From the slamming of the door next door, that shook the room, for hours on end I can only assume nefarious activity.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Clinesha

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
ADI LACHME is a racist lady from North India,she stole my room deposit,I asked to speak to manager and she answered the phone acting like a manager named brea,there was a mouse in my room, customer service was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quality place at great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was very good for the price, clean, friendly, short notice stay was not a problem, and breakfast provided
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Okoboji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Need to work on the showers mine barely worked
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Travelled with family
It was convinent for where i needed to go, no elevator but got a room on main level, breakfast was ok, eggs were rubbery and sausage links werent cooked all the way, oh and if u stay more than a couple of says the keys will need to be reset. Got locked out and had to go to the front desk to get it reset
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Kaitlyn

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom had mold in it, the breakfast was cold an not much there and not open long. The room smelled like cigarettes and the hallway smelled liked weed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aunna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Walter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay elsewhere

Do not recommend, overwhelming smell of Marijuana in the facility. Chair in the room was old and worn out, the bathroom was very outdated. Was so bad I didn't even stay just left. Wouldn't even have checked in but I had a non refundable reservation
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

DISCOVER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cody

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Surprisingly Nice for the Price

This was very affordable hotel so I thought it might not be great. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and cleanliness of the room and staff. Would stay again if ever in town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather, Hastings

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very outdated and worn. My rom was not very clean. Coins on floor and chewed gum on floor between bed and middle night stand. Breakfast area not taken care of as garbage overflowing and tables not getting wiped down. Staff that checked me in was in pajamas. I will not return
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany, Des Moines

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Danessa

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

horrible

Weed smell in hallway Long term people living there Random lady knocking on door arguing to let her in Lady sitting outside the door Exposed outlets Shopping carts dumped behind hotel Dog crap all over Multiple rundown cars just sitting Heat was not controlled, it would get hot than had to turn on fan to cool it down
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerri

Location was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025