Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road
2.0 star property

Des Moines hotel in Lovington with free parking

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Exterior
Lobby
Reception
Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Overview of Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road

Reviews
7.2

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, 50322
  • Popular LocationMerle Hay Mall2 min drive
  • Popular LocationDrake University8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWells Fargo Arena11 min drive
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)27 min drive
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Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Satellite channels
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Des Moines

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road is located in Lovington, a neighborhood in Des Moines, and is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Jordan Creek Town Center is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Buccaneer Arena or Knapp Center.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 2 min drive
  • Drake University - 8 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 11 min drive
  • Hy Vee Hall - 11 min drive
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 19 min walk
  • McDonald's - 3 min walk
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 16 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In - 17 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road

Hotel located in Lovington
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, 1 meeting room, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All 150 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 10.00 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 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, 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 10.00 per night and a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road?

As of Mar 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road on Mar 31, 2024 start from CA $72.13, 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 Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road located?

Located in Lovington, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Merle Hay Mall and within 3 mi (5 km) of Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters and IHS-Iowa Health Systems. Buccaneer Arena and Iowa Gold Star Military Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 214 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1008 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 87 out of 1008 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
😁
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in an end room, the occupants in the room next to mine were very noisy, all night and the cigarette fumes from their room were coming thru the connecting door into my room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a okay place too stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Took over 20 minutes before anyone showed up at front desk to check us in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

2/10 Terrible

Leah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad customer service
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edward

bad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024