Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines is a 2-star hotel in Des Moines, Iowa, located in the Lovington area within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Casey's Center. The property sits just minutes from Des Moines International Airport, providing convenient access for travelers. With 139 rooms including 12 suites, the hotel caters to both individual guests and groups seeking straightforward accommodations.

Rooms at Sonesta Essential Des Moines feature air conditioning, refrigerators, and microwaves for added convenience. Each room includes complimentary wireless internet access, satellite television, and a work desk. Bathrooms contain shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Complimentary bottled water and phones with free local calls are provided in every room.

The hotel offers a complimentary continental breakfast served weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Additional amenities include a banquet hall suitable for meetings or events, complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, a vending machine, and laundry facilities on site. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk, free self-parking, and free parking for RVs and buses. Guests seeking accessibility will find wheelchair-accessible paths of travel and parking, as well as assistive listening devices and Braille signage available upon request.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM with flexible arrival times, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are welcome with a daily fee of $35 per pet, with a maximum of two dogs or cats allowed per room; pets cannot be left unattended. Service animals stay free and are exempt from restrictions. The property is located 10.9 miles from Jordan Creek Town Center and 11.5 miles from Adventureland.

The Essential Des Moines is conveniently located just minutes from Des Moines International Airport (DSM), making travel easy and efficient for both business and group guests. With a short drive to and from the airport, guests can enjoy quick arrivals and departures without the congestion of larger metro airports. The close proximity to DSM allows for smooth transportation planning and adds an extra level of convenience for groups, meetings, and travelers flying in from across the country.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Parking is free for all guests.

• 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; cash is not accepted
• 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

• Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Pets are welcome.

• $35/pet/day

• You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: $50 per accommodation, per stay Administrative fee: $3 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Pet fee: $50 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $20 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

• 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.