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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 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center and 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Adventureland.
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.
DSM Des Moines International Airport 20 min
Local Shuttle Info: Taxi 20-25min cost approx $30
Free breakfast which includes fruit, yogurt, waffles, breads, coffee & tea. On the weekends in addition the hotel serves bacon & eggs.
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
$35/pet/day
Parking is free for all guests.
Wi-Fi is free to all guests.
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. Fees may include applicable taxes:
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Daily housekeeping in the rooms.
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
The Sonesta highlights above are subject to change without notice.