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Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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7.0
/10
Pleasant
915 reviews
What Guests Say About Their Stay
Whitney
10.0
/ 10
Great hotel, nice staff, free wifi, and room was clean. AMAZING prices and value. We didn't stay for breakfast but there wasn't much options. Still would definitely recommend.
Susan
10.0
/ 10
The gentleman that checked me in yesterday was absolutely wonderful. Very friendly people that work there. The room was exceptionally clean and the bed was really comfortable. The only downside to the visit was that the vending machines for the soda either didn't work or they gave you the wrong soda when you push the button and the laundry facility was not operational other than that it was a wonderful stay and I will be staying there again in the future.
Rose
10.0
/ 10
We booked a 3 Queen room with LOTS of space. We will definitely come here again!
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4755 Merle Hay Road, Polk County, Iowa, United States, 50322
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24-Hour Front Desk
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WiFi
Elevator
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4755 Merle Hay Road, Polk County, Iowa, United States, 50322
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Location
Sonesta Essential Des Moines is located in area / city Polk County.
About Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Sonesta Essential Des Moines is the smartest choice for you who are looking for affordable accommodation with outstanding service.
24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
Sonesta Essential Des Moines is the ideal choice for you who are looking for a comfortable yet affordable accommodation.
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General
- Banquet
- Smoking area
- Parking
Public Facilities
- Others
- Coffee/tea in lobby
- Elevator
Hotel Services
- 24-hour Receptionist
- Laundry service
Transportation
- Bus/truck parking
Food and Drinks
- Breakfast
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
Business Facilities
- Meeting facilities
Nearby Facilities
- ATM/Banking
Accommodation Policy & General Information in Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Important Note
- 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.
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.
- 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Hotel only accepts guests with minimum age of 21
Check-in/Check-out Time
Check-in:
From 15:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00
Hotel policy is not yet available.
General Information
Popular Facilities | Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - Before 11:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, some room provide breakfast |
Available rooms at Sonesta Essential Des Moines | 150 |
Number of floors in Sonesta Essential Des Moines | 3 |
Another facilities in Sonesta Essential Des Moines | Banquet, Smoking area, Others, Coffee/tea in lobby, 24-hour Receptionist |
Frequently asked question in Sonesta Essential Des Moines
What are available facilities at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?
There are top facilites at Sonesta Essential Des Moines such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?
The standard check-in time at Sonesta Essential Des Moines is starting from From 15:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Sonesta Essential Des Moines provide breakfast?
Yes, Sonesta Essential Des Moines provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
More Reviews from Other Guests in Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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7.0
Pleasant
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Cleanliness
7.2
Room Comfort
7.2
Location
8.0
Service and Facilites
7.6
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Vanessa
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago
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Very clean plenty of room I had a 3 bed suit with balcony yes I recommend
Tanya
Leisure Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
People living at this hotel. Very sketchy. There was freezing rain and they did not take care of the parking lot. It was a sheet of ice and people were slipping left and right. Hotel was not clean. Beds were comfortable. Smelled like pot throughout the hotel. Nicer hotels close by. Pay the extra money for one of those.
Tanya
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Old, not taken care of. One of those hotels that has people living there. Strange people coming and going. Pay the extra money and stay somewhere else!
Whitney
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Great hotel, nice staff, free wifi, and room was clean. AMAZING prices and value. We didn't stay for breakfast but there wasn't much options. Still would definitely recommend.
Susan
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
The gentleman that checked me in yesterday was absolutely wonderful. Very friendly people that work there. The room was exceptionally clean and the bed was really comfortable. The only downside to the visit was that the vending machines for the soda either didn't work or they gave you the wrong soda when you push the button and the laundry facility was not operational other than that it was a wonderful stay and I will be staying there again in the future.
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Melvin D
Business with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Nice
Jacob
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Reasonably priced , friendly staff
Rose
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
We booked a 3 Queen room with LOTS of space. We will definitely come here again!
Gloria
Friends and Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
The whole building smelled like weed. The sheets, the curtains, everything smelled terrible. The sheets had a LOT of long black hairs in between. I am pretty sure they were not washed after the last guest. Extremely dirty overall.
Taylor
4.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Dirty property. Room smelled like tobacco smoke.
Verified traveler
Business
6.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Fairly run down and shabby. Slop on some paint, don't mask anything off, you get the idea. Leave your socks on and don't get too close to the linens, might want to remove them and use your own just in case.
Andie
Business and Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
This is a newly renovated property. In fact, if you look the location up on a map it still says an old hotel name.
Our rooms were very nice and clean. Only a few small things that I am assuming will get done in time- no tissues in the room, no place for a towel by the sink. Otherwise the room was spacious and comfortable.
Their breakfast was really good (standard) breakfast fare. The lobby is obnoxiously warm, but they have a door leading directly outside from there which is why the heat is up so high.
The staff was absolutely wonderful to me and my team. They were incredibly helpful when Expedia messed up our reservation and helped us to fix it.
My only complaint is that there was a persistent marajuana odor in the building and it permeated into the rooms. Unfortunately this is the norm now at hotels, so I can't blame the hotel for it.
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
When we arrived, the gentleman at the check-in desk was extremely nice and helpful. When taking the luggage into my room the door closed with the key cards inside the room, when I went to the reception desk, he quickly made me new cards with a smile on his face. I was made to feel welcome through both the check-in process and obtaining a new key card. The room was clean and comfortable. The provided breakfast had both hot and cold food options.
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Tim
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Excellent
Verified traveler
6.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Beds were comfy. Someone on our floor was arguing all night from 9 pm- 9 am. Went down to front desk multiple times to see if they could do anything about it but no one to be found. Was up every half hour. Friendly staff- rooms could have been cleaner.. for price not bad just know what youre getting into.
pat
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Best place we’ve stayed in long time. Thanks
Maribel
Business Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Cleaning staff did a great job , breakfast was great but the front desk staff needs to be more outgoing they were too serious lol
Jackie
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
My daughter, young granddaughter, and I reserved a room online easy peasy and I wasn’t expecting much since I paid less than $68 for the room but when we got there, WOW! It was every bit as good as the higher dollar ones for what we got. I paid the same price for one in Oklahoma and got less than half the amenities in the room and none outside of the room, but this hotel was awesome! I will be back next time through!
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William
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
i really liked it
Kathryn
Leisure with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 26 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Was okay
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