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Sonesta Essential Des Moines, 4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA -(888) 406-7656
Area: Urbandale - Merle Hay
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PLEASANT
3.4 out of 5 (408 Ratings)
12.1 miles Iowa State Fair
v17 mins driving
UBER from $16-22
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Hotel Description
The Sonesta Essential Des Moines hotel is located with easy access to Interstate 80 and Interstate 35. The hotel is just minutes from the Iowa Events Center, the Des Moines Art Center, the Iowa State Fair fairgrounds and the Science Center of Iowa museum. Drake University is five miles away. Nearby is the Merle Hay Mall, one of the largest shopping centers in the area and home to more than 100 shops and services. Enjoy outdoor recreation in the surrounding area, including golfing, tennis, boating and fishing. A variety of restaurants are nearby, several within walking distance from the hotel. This Des Moines, IA hotel offers many features and amenities, including free deluxe continental breakfast with waffles, free wireless high-speed Internet access, free local calls, access to copy and fax services. The hotel has a meeting room that can accommodate up to 150 people for events and functions. In addition to standard amenities, all guest rooms include microwaves, refrigerators, cable television and pay-per-view movies. Some rooms feature sofa sleepers, coffee makers, desks, irons and ironing boards. Suites with balconies and whirlpool bathtubs are available. Nonsmoking rooms are offered. This hotel is pet-friendly hotel (additional fees apply). Ample parking is available on the premises and can accommodate most trucks, RVs, buses and cars.

Check-in time: 15:00   Check-out time: 11:00
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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Business Center
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Non Smoking
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Airport Shuttle
Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Golf Course
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Air Conditioning
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Elevator
` BBQ facilities
` Private check-in/check-out
` vending machine
` telephone
` kitchenware
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Game Room
` Daily Housekeeping
` English
` Spanish
` Convenience Store
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` Hygiene certification
` Staff trained in safety protocol
` Temperature check for guests and staff
` Contactless check-in/out
` ATM or cash withdraw on site
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Laundry services
` Non-smoking property
` Safety chain and/or latch on doors available
` Separate shower/bathtub
` Soundproof rooms available
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Individually-wrapped food options
` Air conditioning in public area
` Heating in public area
` Desk/workspace available
` Professional cleaning services
` Allergy-free rooms available
` Cleaning products available
` Pets allowed (charges may apply)
` Xerox/fax in business center
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Sonesta Essential Des Moines Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Pleasant (3.4 out of 5)

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4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Amuzme Sat, 16 August 2025

A hop off of 80...

Liked: Our room was clean, cool and quiet. The bathroom was tiny in this room, but the separation of the sink away from the shower/stool made getting ready possible for two people at the same time.
Disliked: the bed was a full rather than a queen. We survived.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Clayton Sat, 16 August 2025

Good

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Dani Fri, 15 August 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Robin Fri, 15 August 2025

Here for a concert at...

Liked: The check in was easy , the clerk was nice , from the moment I walked in I could tell it was clean , room was clean , beds were comfortable , shower felt nice , breakfast was decent , good location, easy to find and quiet
Disliked: Only thing I didnt like was how small our bathroom was but I wasnt here for the bathroom , ha ha....it did was it was intended for

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

David Fri, 15 August 2025

Nice motel - price a...

Liked: This is a modern hotel and has been refreshed recently.A little on the high price range for budget motels.The facilities are very good and the rooms are clean and quiet.
Disliked: The price was a little high for this facility. Maybe there was an event or I just hit it at the wrong time.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Alexis Thu, 14 August 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Tiffany Wed, 13 August 2025

Exceptional

Liked: Easy check-in. Convenient location.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Mike Wed, 13 August 2025

Very good

Liked: Room was very clean
Disliked: Nothing, it was all good

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Felicia Wed, 13 August 2025

Good

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Sabanagic Tue, 12 August 2025

Very good

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