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About the Hotel

4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50322
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Offering 137 rooms, the pet-friendly Sonesta Essential Des Moines Hotel is near the entertainment district of Des Moines, around 25 minutes' walk from Lions Park. The 2-star hotel offers high-speed Internet access in public areas and has meeting rooms and a business centre for those staying on business.

Location

At this Des Moines hotel, you'll be 2.2 km from the Westchester Park and approximately 7 km from the 500 - acre open - air museum "Living History Farms".

Fairgrounds and a mall can be easily found close to the Sonesta Des Moines.

For those travelling from afar, Des Moines International airport is 22 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The rooms at the property have a multi-channel TV, along with a microwave for your convenience. Bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as hair dryers and a shower cap.

Eat & Drink

Wendy's offers a selection of dishes a few steps from the Sonesta.

Leisure & Business

There is a fitness centre at the hotel.

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The hotel provides many room choices—family rooms, doubles, and pet-friendly suites—with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers
Queen Room Two Queen Beds Non-Smoking
2 persons
27 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Queen Suite Three Queen Beds Non Smoking
2 persons
27 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
King Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
22 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior King Suite Non-Smoking
2 persons
27 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Local transport and travel tips

Overview of transport options available

City Centre
Des Moines 8.9 km
Airports
Des Moines International (DSM) 15.9 km
Boone Municipal (BNW) 60.7 km

Facilities

Hotels feature amenities designed to keep both you and your pet comfortable

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Shops/Commercial services

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Patio

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Hotel location

4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50322
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4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50322
Nearby
American Reading Academy
560 m
Restaurants
Derry's Lounge
390 m
4845 Merle Hay Rd Ste B
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
310 m
4601 Merle Hay Rd.
Taco Bell
290 m
4875 Merle Hay Ln
Wendy's
410 m
4935 Merle Hay Road Ste 1
Twisted Bean Coffee Company
680 m
4504 Merle Hay Rd
Bamboo Buffet and Grill
1.0 km
4349 Merle Hay Rd
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Sonesta Essential Des Moines provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2007
Number of rooms:
137
Former name
econo lodge inn & suites des moines

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