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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2.0 star property
Des Moines hotel in Merle Hay with free parking

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Suite, Multiple Beds
Exterior
Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
Lobby
Hallway

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Room options

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

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

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Drake University - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Val Air Ballroom - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 11 min drive - 13.4 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

Hotel near Drake University
Sonesta Essential Des Moines provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk and 1 meeting room
  • A lift, a banquet hall and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All 150 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and housekeeping

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • 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
  • Banquet hall
  • 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 provided

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
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 30 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and litter trays are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sonesta Essential Des Moines pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 30 per night and a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 29 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Des Moines on 30 Nov 2024 start from €62.78, 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.

How much is parking at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sonesta Essential Des Moines located?

Located in Merle Hay, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Merle Hay Mall and within 3 miles (5 km) of Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters and IHS-Iowa Health Systems. Buccaneer Arena and Iowa Gold Star Military Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Sonesta Essential Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 1099 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1099 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 234 out of 1099 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 1099 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 1099 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

pat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place we’ve stayed in long time. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Travelled with family, Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleaning staff did a great job , breakfast was great but the front desk staff needs to be more outgoing they were too serious lol
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i really liked it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Fort Lauderdale

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Travelled with group
Was okay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Thor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very modern looking and new. The room was clean very nice. It was near the elevator and was pretty noisy when people got on and off the elevator. The room had a hard floor (not carpet and not tile) and there was a sizable gap under the door which let in a lot of the noise. Overall I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Lots of homeless
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anreet

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin Sierra

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Ames

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When im des moines ia this is where i stay. I love the hotel, the bed wow! I sleep like a baby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lots of homeless
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and friendly staff. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok, nothing special. There is some restaurants near by and a liquor store. Near the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pastor

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna

Travelled with group
I don’t know how this place got rated 7.2, it’s kinda ratty looking inside. Walls are paper thin. We were on second floor & it sounded like construction going on above us but it was just a family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed there since it was affordable and close to the hospital I was having surgery at. Had a slight issue withe neighbors being kinda loud so we asked to switch rooms and they were happy to help us with it. After that we slept very well with no other issues
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Misty

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

emily

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

2/10 Terrible

Koby

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

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed only one night. Renovations are mostly completed and looking good. Comfortable bed, nice shower and bathroom area. Good breakfast. 9/21/2024
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamerio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024