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Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property

Comfortable hotel near Iowa Events Center

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Des Lux Hotel

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Lobby sitting area
Massages
Front of property
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby lounge

Overview of Des Lux Hotel

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Popular LocationIowa Events Center13 min walk
  • Popular LocationWells Fargo Arena14 min walk
  • Popular LocationGreater Des Moines Botanical Garden3 min drive
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)14 min drive
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Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Des Moines

Des Lux Hotel is located in Downtown Des Moines, a neighborhood in Des Moines, and is near the airport. Outlets of Des Moines and Jordan Creek Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Iowa State Fairgrounds and Blank Park Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wells Fargo Arena or Iowa Events Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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What's nearby

  • Hy Vee Hall - 12 min walk
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min walk
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 14 min walk
  • Principal Park - 18 min walk
  • Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mash + Marrow - 3 min walk
  • Fresko - 2 min walk
  • Centro - 3 min walk
  • 801 Chophouse - 6 min walk
  • Bubba - 5 min walk

About this property

Des Lux Hotel

Hotel near Iowa Events Center
Located close to Wells Fargo Arena and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Des Lux Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, a water dispenser, and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises, a gift shop, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 51 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Des Lux Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1903
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 10.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per night

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or spa tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Lux Hotel Des Moines
Lux Des Moines
Suites Of 800 Locust Hotel Des Moines
Hotel Of 800 Locust
Des Lux Hotel Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa
Hotel Of 800 Locust
Des Lux Hotel Hotel
Des Lux Hotel Des Moines
Des Lux Hotel Hotel Des Moines
Suites Of 800 Locust Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Is Des Lux Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Des Lux Hotel?

As of Apr 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Des Lux Hotel on Apr 30, 2024 start from CA $244.46, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Des Lux Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Des Lux Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Des Lux Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Des Lux Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–9:00 PM on request.

Where is Des Lux Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Des Moines, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Fairgrounds are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Des Lux Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 829 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a comfortable walk to the event center in the skywalk.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faisal

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service is great and the breakfast facilities are clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli A

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We celebrated our #17 Anniversary! It was an excellent stay! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Liked: Amenities
Great hotel with beautiful rooms, good safe location and friendly, welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great and the rooms were amazing. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful, the staff was so welcoming and everyone greeted us with a smile. I loved the atmosphere and the room was so big and beautiful. I am a small business owner myself and yes, I will for sure share my experience there with my friends and family.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and beautiful hotel. Contemporaneous with a great flair. Nice breakfast and superb dinner choices close to the hotel. We were also close to our jazz concert we attended. Two thumbs up on the hotel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MyRanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the atmosphere and the sky walk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024