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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2.0 star property
Des Moines hotel in shopping district

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
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In the heart of Merle Hay, Sonesta Essential Des Moines offers a convenient retreat with laundry facilities and a gym to help you stay on track. Connect to in-room WiFi, take advantage of free self parking, or grab a snack from the vending machine - previous guests appreciate the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
$63 nightly
The total price is $70
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Total includes taxes and fees

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
7.6 out of 10, Good, 911 reviews
The price is $78
$70 nightly
$78 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
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About the neighborhood

Map
4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, 50322

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Drake University - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Living History Farms - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines puts you within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Wells Fargo Arena. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Principal Park and Jordan Creek Town Center are within a short drive.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 150 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls and litter boxes available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Administrative fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 30 per night
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sonesta Essential Des Moines offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sonesta Essential Des Moines does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 30 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available.

Is parking offered on site at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

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Sonesta Essential Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Randy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Updated rooms and very clean Continental breakfast was good.
Helen, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel was clean and reasonable price.
Josephine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome staff and nice clean hotel. They have an awesome breakfast
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay

This was a nice hotel. Very clean and super friendly. We found this hotel after the one my company reserved was absolutely disgusting and unsafe.
Andrea, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Stay/Hallway Smell

I was very pleased with the room. The hallway strongly smelled of pot which was not a great experience.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Normally I stay downtown or higher end hotels but I had a good time at the hotel. My room was right next to parking spot and I got good deal thru online booking. Nice updates. Breakfast could have been more options and wish the gym was available but I found one down the street from where I was.
Xavier, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

My stay wasn’t too bad but I don’t think I would recommend this place to anyone or be back. Everything seems updated and clean in the inside
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always satisfied

I have stayed at this hotel a few times now. The staff is always nice and helpful. The breakfast is good. The hotel is always clean and conveniently located by the highway.
Kerri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Reasonably priced , friendly staff
Jacob, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great clean!
dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the stay.
Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room were clean and front office person were super helpful. Thanks for your hospitality.
Kamran, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A good location, lines in the parking lot need a touch up.
Yuliza, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy location to find and quiet and comfortable.
roger, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We booked a 3 Queen room with LOTS of space. We will definitely come here again!
Rose, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Inside hotel room was nice and clean. Good selection on the breakfast items. Front door to the lobby needed to be repaired. Front of hotel area was nice looking, but i parked on the back side and the dumpster area looked bad. Staff was nice.
Kevin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was very clean but had a little bit of a funky smell too it. Also very thin walls.
Tonya, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean plenty of room I had a 3 bed suit with balcony yes I recommend
Vanessa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, nice staff, free wifi, and room was clean. AMAZING prices and value. We didn't stay for breakfast but there wasn't much options. Still would definitely recommend.
Whitney, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Overall room was clean but very outdated. Entire property is in need of a makeover
Thomas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was clean and friendly staff. Breakfast was good.
Robert, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Getting a Contact High

The room and lobby were clean, but the entire third floor smelled like marijuana smoke. Not sure if it was a guest(s) or stuck in the ventilation system. It was pretty annoying.
Kim, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

If you’re into staying up late to party and don’t care about getting a good night’s sleep, then this place is for you! The people staying next door partied most of the night. Our daughter learned what marijuana smells like as the hallways smelled like it with a hint of urine. The cleanliness of the room wasn’t the worst but I don’t think the floors get cleaned often.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place we’ve stayed in long time. Thanks
pat, 1-night trip