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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2.0 star property
Hotel in Des Moines with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Suite, Multiple Beds
Exterior
Restaurant
Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
Property amenity

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Explore the area

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4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, 50322
  • Merle Hay Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Drake University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Val Air Ballroom
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

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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About the area

Des Moines

At Sonesta Essential Des Moines you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Merle Hay Mall and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and litter trays. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Merle Hay hotel include Drake University and Wells Fargo Arena.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 2 min drive
  • Drake University - 8 min drive
  • Val Air Ballroom - 9 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 11 min drive
  • Iowa Events Center - 11 min drive

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 in Des Moines with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Sonesta Essential Des Moines also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Des Moines hotel.

  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Sonesta Essential Des Moines offers 150 air-conditioned accommodations, with an iron/ironing board. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and hairdryers can be requested.

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

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • 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

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 30 per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and litter trays are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 30 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Sonesta Essential Des Moines offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Des Moines on 16 Mar 2025 start from AU$93.82, 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.

Is parking available at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Yep, Sonesta Essential Des Moines has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Sonesta Essential Des Moines serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is offered on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

No, Sonesta Essential Des Moines does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Sonesta Essential Des Moines, with food and water bowls and litter trays on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Sonesta Essential Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 110 out of 1009 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

Tim

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Beds were comfy. Someone on our floor was arguing all night from 9 pm- 9 am. Went down to front desk multiple times to see if they could do anything about it but no one to be found. Was up every half hour. Friendly staff- rooms could have been cleaner.. for price not bad just know what youre getting into.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

Sheila

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2 Thumbs Up
My daughter, young granddaughter, and I reserved a room online easy peasy and I wasn’t expecting much since I paid less than $68 for the room but when we got there, WOW! It was every bit as good as the higher dollar ones for what we got. I paid the same price for one in Oklahoma and got less than half the amenities in the room and none outside of the room, but this hotel was awesome! I will be back next time through!
Stayed 1 night 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

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Travelled with group
Was okay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Make communicating with them easy flexible with reservations and accommodations
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

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In town for a concert
The hotel was very easy to get to. The check-in went very smooth. The bed is very comfortable. The only thing u would suggest is that there be more of a breakfast selection. There was only bagels, muffins, toast and bagels. I would like to see possibly eggs, sausage and bacon added.
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

4/10 Poor

ashley

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacob

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

8/10 Good

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

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

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a great place for a low price. I was blown away at how nice this location was compared to how low the price was. Mind blown. Also a great breakfast with a good selection
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’ve been here for about week have been good bout everything else besides asking for my bedding to be changed out seems to be very hard to get done
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kylie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024