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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

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

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Restaurant
Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 191
AED 225 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 2 min drive
  • Drake University - 8 min drive
  • Val Air Ballroom - 9 min drive
  • Living History Farms - 10 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 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 near Drake University
Sonesta Essential Des Moines provides amenities like free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, ATM/banking services, and a vending machine
  • A banquet hall, coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
Room features
All 150 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities

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 available
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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 at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and litter boxes 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 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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.

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 20.0 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 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

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 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?

Check-out 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 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. Buccaneer Arena and Iowa Gold Star Military Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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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

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced , friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room were clean and front office person were super helpful. Thanks for your hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Yuliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good location, lines in the parking lot need a touch up.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

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

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, nice staff, free wifi, and room was clean. AMAZING prices and value. We didn't stay for breakfast but there wasn't much options. Still would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very rude.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked a 3 Queen room with LOTS of space. We will definitely come here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Melvin D

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property kept us warm in -13 degrees. However the heater was loud and made noises.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other than the area. And how you enter the facilities. The place in general is great. Inside is great. Clean rooms. Towels. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion. Insude you csnt hear outside either.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

pat

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

roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy location to find and quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Amenities
The gentleman that checked me in yesterday was absolutely wonderful. Very friendly people that work there. The room was exceptionally clean and the bed was really comfortable. The only downside to the visit was that the vending machines for the soda either didn't work or they gave you the wrong soda when you push the button and the laundry facility was not operational other than that it was a wonderful stay and I will be staying there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

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

6/10 Okay

Allyson

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Probably should not advertise sound proof rooms…. It’s not terrible but certainly not sound proof. Rooms are newly remodeled, which is nice. Small but nice to have a microwave and fridge. It’s nice for the price. You can tell they put a lot of money into the remodel. Beds are comfortable! Just not enough hot water and shower head didn’t have enough pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t take food to room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

8/10 Good

Kylie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin n very helpful when needed by most
Very helpful when I rebooked my stay numerous times throughout the week and being able to stay in the same room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Was okay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

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