In Des Moines (Merle Hay)
With a stay at Sonesta Essential Des Moines in Des Moines (Merle Hay), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Wells Fargo Arena. This hotel is 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center and 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Adventureland.
Make yourself at home in one of the 150 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.
English, Spanish
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (7.2)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Most popular facilities
Laundry
24/7 front desk
Free wifi
Parking
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Room, 1 King Bed
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 King BedMore detailsRoom, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 King BedMore detailsRoom, 1 Queen Bed
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen BedMore detailsSuite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen BedMore detailsRoom, 2 Queen Beds
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 2 Queen BedsMore detailsSuite, 1 King Bed
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 King BedMore detailsSuite, Multiple Beds
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 6 3 Queen BedsMore detailsWonderful · 999 reviews
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Location
9.2/10
Recommendation
70.9%
Closest airports
The nearest major airport is Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
36.1 km / 22.4 mi
What's nearby
Merle Hay Mall
1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters
4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Buccaneer Arena
5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Iowa Gold Star Military Museum
5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Waveland Municipal Golf Course
6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Drake University
7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Val Air Ballroom
7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Des Moines Community Playhouse
7.8 km / 4.8 mi
Knapp Center
8.1 km / 5 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Saylorville Lake
8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Des Moines Art Center
8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Greenbelt Trail
9 km / 5.6 mi
Valley Junction
9.3 km / 5.8 mi
Salisbury House
9.4 km / 5.9 mi
Most Popular Amenities
Laundry
24/7 front desk
Free wifi
Parking
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Top family-friendly amenities
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair accessible parking
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in common areas
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Activities nearby
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Things to do
Television
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guest services
Laundry facilities
Housekeeping on request
Coin laundry on site
Business services
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair accessible parking
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
General Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cards accepted at this property
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
We should mention
92% of our clients have rated us with 5 stars





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