[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sonesta Essential Des Moines Hotel in Des Moines with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk ![Suite, Multiple Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/9b65231b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/87e96b3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/2a5d2e2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/dda6f587.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/c26d2b2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Sonesta Essential Des Moines offers a practical base for travelers with key conveniences. Guests can use the gym, in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities. Free self-parking and vending machines add ease, while the staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - - Laundry - Pet-friendly - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 11 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=50789&PinnedHotelID=50789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=50789&PinnedHotelID=50789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 12 - Oct. 13](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=50789&PinnedHotelID=50789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=50789&PinnedHotelID=50789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=50789&PinnedHotelID=50789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=50789&PinnedHotelID=50789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=50789&PinnedHotelID=50789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=50789&PinnedHotelID=50789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Room, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/f2db606e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Microwave Free bottled water - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/e3197a73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Microwave Free bottled water - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/0d2d49b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 Queen Bed 7.4 Good 19 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Microwave Free bottled water - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/9e942374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 Queen Bed 8.6 Excellent 7 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Microwave Free bottled water - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Room, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/28d08e42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Queen Beds 7.0 Good 16 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Microwave Free bottled water - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDes-Moines-Hotels-Sonesta-Essential-Des-Moines.h50789.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDes-Moines-Hotels-Sonesta-Essential-Des-Moines.h50789.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.64657%2C-93.69739&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RnqnrchQGHGg9x_5p4Q0lyOaj4A=) 4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, 50322 #### What's nearby - Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Drake University - 8 min drive - 6.7 km - Living History Farms - 10 min drive - 12.1 km - Iowa Events Center - 12 min drive - 12.2 km - Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 12.5 km #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬17 min walk - ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬14 min walk ## About this property ### Sonesta Essential Des Moines Hotel near Drake University Sonesta Essential Des Moines provides amenities like free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self parking - ATM/banking services, a 24-hour front desk, and 1 meeting room - An elevator, a banquet hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All 150 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property. 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Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends - 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 - ATM - 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 - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 43-inch TV with premium satellite channels - Netflix - Streaming services ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - 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 at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, 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 Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available ### 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 20.0 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. 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 fee: USD 50 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 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 Econo Lodge Inn Moines/Merle Hays Road Des Moines Econo Lodge Moines/Merle Hays Road Econo Lodge Moines/Merle Hays Road Des Moines Econo Lodge Inn Moines/Merle Hays Road Des Moines Econo Lodge Inn Moines/Merle Hays Road Econo Lodge Moines/Merle Hays Road Des Moines Econo Lodge Moines/Merle Hays Road Hotel Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays Road Des Moines Econo Lodge Inn Suites Des Moines/Merle Hays Road Econo Moines Merle Hays Road Sonesta Essential Des Moines Hotel Sonesta Essential Des Moines Des Moines Sonesta Essential Des Moines Hotel Des Moines Econo Lodge Inn Suites Des Moines/Merle Hays Road ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sonesta Essential Des Moines pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Des Moines? > As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Des Moines on Oct 17, 2025 start from CA $75.84, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Hotels-Sonesta-Essential-Des-Moines.h50789.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Sonesta Essential Des Moines? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Des Moines? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential Des Moines? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Sonesta Essential Des Moines located? > Located in Merle Hay, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Merle Hay Mall and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. Buccaneer Arena and Iowa Gold Star Military Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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