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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA
3.7
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Where you'll be in Des Moines, IA

4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA

Nearby

Broadlawns Medical Center
5.8 mi
Drake University
6.4 mi
Valley West Mall
7 mi
Science Center of Iowa
7.1 mi
Des Moines Arts Center
7.1 mi
Zoo Lounge
7.3 mi
Salisbury House
7.8 mi

What's included

All 29 amenities

Business

  • Banquet hall
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1

Parking & Transport

  • Free RV, bus, truck parking
  • Free self parking

Food & Drink

  • Vending machine
  • Free breakfast
  • Free continental breakfast

Property Services

  • Coin laundry on site
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • ATM/banking
  • Professional property host/manager

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Policies

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Accessibility

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

Pets

  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed

Family

  • No cribs (infant beds) available

Property details

Check-in3:00 PM - anytime
Check-out11:00 AM
About Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines is a two-star hotel located in Des Moines, Iowa, in the Lovington area. The property offers free breakfast daily, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. A conference room is available for meetings, and guests have access to on-site laundry facilities.

The hotel sits within 15 minutes of Drake University and Casey's Center. Jordan Creek Town Center and Adventureland are roughly 10 to 11 miles away. Broadlawns Medical Center is also nearby, making the location convenient for those visiting patients or attending to medical appointments.

This central position works well for travelers attending events at Drake, visiting family at the medical center, or passing through Des Moines on business. The included breakfast and complimentary parking help keep costs predictable for extended stays.

Guest rating breakdown
Cleanliness 3.7
Comfort 3.9
Service 3.8
Condition 3.6
Amenities 3.5
Fees and extras
  • You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay Administrative fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Check-in instructions
  • 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; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Pet policy
  • $35/pet/day
Know before you go
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Frequently asked questions

What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Are taxes and fees included in the price?
Yes. Every total shown includes taxes and fees, and we never add a booking fee. Resort fees, where a hotel charges them, are collected at the property.
Is Sonesta Essential Des Moines pet-friendly?
Yes — this property accepts pets. Charges and restrictions vary, so check the pet policy under Property details or call us before you book.

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