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Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2.0 star property

Des Moines hotel in Lovington with free parking

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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

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Reception
Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Lobby
Breakfast area
Breakfast area

Overview of Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Reviews
7.2

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

Map
4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, 50322
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)27 min drive
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Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Lobby

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

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Pool
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Parking included
7.8 out of 10, Good, (565)
The price is RM320
RM368 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

About the area

Des Moines

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road is located in Lovington, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, and is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Jordan Creek Town Center is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wells Fargo Arena or Buccaneer Arena.
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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

Hotel located in Lovington
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, 1 meeting room and a lift
  • A vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 150 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean 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

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

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10.00, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 10.00 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

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 10 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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 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

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

Econo Lodge Inn Moines/Merle Hays Road Des Moines
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Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 10.00 per night and a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road?

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

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road located?

Located in Lovington, 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. Drake University and Buccaneer Arena are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Sonesta Essential Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 213 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 1001 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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay there again it was very clean and upgraded
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was convenient and priced well for our short stay. It was .clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Crystal

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
nothing. staff is rude no
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Missy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Fair price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Leticia

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ignore all reviews prior to March 2024. Renovated, nice, secure, modern, well lit parking and great service with a fantastic price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room with 3 beds was so convenient. More hotels should offer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trinette

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024