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7.2 / 10 Guest Rating

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, Iowa, 50322, Des Moines, US

Sonesta Essential Des Moines - main view

About the Property

Modern Amenities

Convenient Location

Comfortable Accommodations

Book your stay at Sonesta Essential Des Moines today and experience modern amenities like a fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi, and convenient vending machines. Our hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and free self-parking. Enjoy a comfortable stay in one of our 150 air-conditioned rooms equipped with refrigerators and microwaves. With close proximity to attractions like Merle Hay Mall and Drake University, Sonesta Essential Des Moines is the perfect choice for your visit to Des Moines.

Facilities & Amenities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Designated smoking area
Elevator
ATM/banking
Wheelchair accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Braille or raised signage
RV, bus, truck parking
Free self parking

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

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.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7.2
Very Good240 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the good for the price.

Categories

Cleanliness6.8
Service8.8
Location6.3
Room Quality7.3
Amenities7.8
Value for Money7.8
Food and Beverage5.3
Overall Experience7.5

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NateusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 24, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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BradyusUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 23, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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EsowadausUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 20, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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JenniferusUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 18, 2026

"Good"

5.0

Location

Breakfast not many options and sausage needed cooked more. Coffee was good. Alarm clock/time on clock was not right and could not set it to correct time. No coffee maker in room.

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CurtisusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 15, 2026

"Will never spend my money here again, room was dirty. Dog hair all over the floor and bed. Bags were tied around the smo"

1.0

Staff was very rude.

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DavidusUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 14, 2026

"It’s very hard to find hotels that uphold standards to this one I really enjoyed staying at this holtel an will do so ag"

10.0

Extremely clean

Everything I like

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GlavinusUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 14, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

Doors locked securely

Location, environment, sketchy neighborhood. Isn't too bad as long you can fight good. Wouldn't recommend for single women to stay here by themselves.

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HeatherusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in May 11, 2026

"Overall my stay was good!"

7.0

Front desk staff was very helpful as they could not find my reservation at first.

I wish there were more gluten free options for the continental breakfast as I feel this is a growing allergy/need for many people! I think that the rooms/walls are thin and found neighbors to be loud after 12am in surrounding rooms and in halls. I feel that my room may not of been completely ready for check in, do feel that it could be cleaner.

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mohith nusUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 5, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

This hotel was great. I enjoyed the breakfast included with my stay. My room was nice, clean, with a comfortable bed. The staff were great.

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mohith nusUS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in May 5, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Nice stay and nice hotel for the price.

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