Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Merle Hay Rd

4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA 50322 US near Exit 131 on I-35 (~0.4mi)
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1.5 Star Property
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  • Pet friendly
  • 150 rooms in property
  • Check-in: 03:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Meeting Space
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10/30/2024 - 10/31/2024
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Property Description

An easy stop on the road awaits you at the Sonesta Essential hotel in Des Moines, IA. Our hotel is near Drake University, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Wells Fargo Arena, Blank Park Zoo, Living History Farms and the Iowa Events Center. We provide all the amenities you need so you can stick to your budget and focus on the important reasons you travel, including free breakfast, free WiFi, guest laundry facilities and meeting space that can accommodate up to 70 event attendees. All of our guest rooms have a refrigerator, microwave and TV. Upper-tier suites have even more amenities, such as a hot tubs and balconies. Also, earn rewards including free nights and gift cards with our Sonesta Rewards program. This is a pet-friendly hotel. Pet policy, $35.00 per pet, per night. Maximum one pet per room.

Green Sustainability

None

Amenities / Features


  • Check In: 3:00 pm
  • Check Out: 11:00 am
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bus parking
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Fax available
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Safe in rooms
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Travellers cheques accepted

Airport & Shuttle Information

DSM Des Moines International Airport 20 min

Local Shuttle Info: Taxi 20-25min cost approx $30

Breakfast Information

Free breakfast which includes fruit, yogurt, waffles, breads, coffee & tea. On the weekends in addition the hotel serves bacon & eggs.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
$35/pet/day

Parking Info

Parking is free for all guests.

Internet / WiFI

Wi-Fi is free to all guests.

Cleaning Policies

Daily housekeeping in the rooms.

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.

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