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Sonesta Essential Des Moines
4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50322 US
near Exit 131 on I-35 (~0.4mi)
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Reservations: +1-800-219-2797
2.0 Star Property In Des Moines (Lovington)
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- Free RV, bus, truck parking
- Free WiFi
- Free self parking
- Fitness facilities
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09/07/2024 - 09/08/2024
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Property Description
With a stay at Sonesta Essential Des Moines in Des Moines (Lovington), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Wells Fargo Arena. This hotel is 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Adventureland and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds.
Make yourself at home in one of the 150 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Merle Hay Mall - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
IHS-Iowa Health Systems - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Buccaneer Arena - 5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Iowa Gold Star Military Museum - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Waveland Municipal Golf Course - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Drake University - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Val Air Ballroom - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Des Moines Community Playhouse - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi
Burns United Methodist Church - 8 km / 5 mi
Knapp Center - 8.1 km / 5 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Saylorville Lake - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Des Moines Art Center - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Greenbelt Trail - 9 km / 5.6 mi
The nearest major airport is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 36.1 km / 22.4 mi
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Amenities / Features
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
- Free RV, bus, truck parking
- Food and water bowls
- Vending machine
- Litter box
- Coin laundry on site
- Number of meeting rooms - 1
- 24-hour front desk
- Free WiFi
- Designated smoking areas
- Braille or raised signage
- Total number of rooms - 150
- Number of floors - 3
- Professional property host/manager
- No cribs (infant beds) available
- Housekeeping on request
- Assistive listening devices available
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Coffee/tea in common areas
- Laundry facilities
- Free self parking
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
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
Misc Fees / Policies
- 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 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Breakage deposit: USD 50
- Administrative fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
- 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.
Cleaning Policies
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is available
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is available
Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
Masks are compulsory at the property
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Essential workers only - NO
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
About Sonesta
- For long stays, check out the Sonesta ES studio suites
- More than 55 properties in brand
- For groups they can typically comp 1 room per 40
The Sonesta highlights above are subject to change without notice.