Name: Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Address: 4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, Iowa, 50322, United States of America
Rating: 3.6

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, United States of America –

Excellent location – show map

Laundry

24/7 front desk

Free wifi

Parking

Housekeeping

Air conditioning

Experience World-class Service at Sonesta Essential Des Moines

In Des Moines (Merle Hay)

With a stay at Sonesta Essential Des Moines in Des Moines (Merle Hay), 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.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (7.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Free self parking

Free RV, bus, truck parking

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Sonesta Essential Des Moines Room Options

Room, 1 King Bed

sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 King BedMore details

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 King BedMore details

Room, 1 Queen Bed

sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen BedMore details

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen BedMore details

Room, 2 Queen Beds

sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 2 Queen BedsMore details

Suite, 1 King Bed

sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore details

Suite, Multiple Beds

sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 6 3 Queen BedsMore details

Guest reviews

7.2/10

Wonderful · 999 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Recommendation

70.9%

Hotel surroundings

Excellent location – show map

Closest airports

The nearest major airport is Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

36.1 km / 22.4 mi

What's nearby

Merle Hay Mall

1.8 km / 1.1 mi

Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters

4.1 km / 2.5 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

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

Valley Junction

9.3 km / 5.8 mi

Salisbury House

9.4 km / 5.9 mi

Resort facilities at Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Common areas

Elevator
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair accessible parking

Hotel rules

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

General Instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Cards accepted at this property

Debit cards not accepted

Cash

Carte Blanche

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Administrative fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Pet deposit: USD 30 per night
Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We should mention

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.