Sonesta Essential Des Moines in Des Moines

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Merle Hay hotel in shopping district

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Connecting rooms available

Air conditioning

Laundry facilities

Pet-friendly

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

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 January 2025

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Fridge

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

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Pool

Pet-friendly

Free parking

Free WiFi

includes taxes & fees

8 Jan - 9 January 2025

About the area

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

At Sonesta Essential Des Moines, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Jordan Creek Town Center. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

150 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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 time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

Children

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

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

Internet

Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

Coffee/tea in a common area

Travelling with children

Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

Meeting room

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Facilities

ATM/banking
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Lift
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/bath combination
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls

Food and drink

Fridge
Microwave

Housekeeping (on request)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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

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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

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.

Also known as

Econo Lodge Inn Moines/Merle Hays Road Des Moines

Econo Lodge Inn Moines/Merle Hays Road

Econo Lodge Moines/Merle Hays Road Des Moines

Econo Lodge Moines/Merle Hays Road

Sonesta Essential Des Moines Hotel

Sonesta Essential Des Moines Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines Hotel Des Moines

Econo Lodge Inn Suites Des Moines/Merle Hays Road

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 that you 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 trays are available.

Is parking offered on site at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry 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 social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site 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.

Sonesta Essential Des Moines Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Good

19 December 2024

Fairly run down and Shabby

Fairly run down and shabby. Slop on some paint, don't mask anything off, you get the idea. Leave your socks on and don't get too close to the linens, might want to remove them and use your own just in case.