Hotel★★Sonesta
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Johnston, Des Moines (IA), United States
About Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Sonesta Essential Des Moines is a hotel in Johnston, Des Moines (IA), United States. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 7.6 out of 10 across 62 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, free parking, free wi-fi, pets allowed. It is 8.8 km from the centre of Des Moines (IA). The nearest airport, Des Moines International Airport (DSM), is 13 km away.
- Type
- Hotel
- Star rating
- ★★
- Check-in from
- 15:00
- Check-out until
- 11:00
- Rooms
- 139
- Chain
- Sonesta
- Formerly
- Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
- Pets
- Pets allowed
- Other stays within 500 m
- 4
Hotel prices in Des Moines (IA) by month
4755 Merle Hay Rd sonesta.com
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How Sonesta Essential Des Moines scores
Better rated than 17% of hotels in Des Moines (IA)
- Guest rating 7.6
- Location 2.2
Des Moines (IA) average
Rating on Google
3.5/5
From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.
Amenities
Free breakfastFree parkingFree Wi-FiPets allowed
Food & drink
- Free breakfast
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Parking & transport
- Free parking
Services
- Laundry
In the rooms
- Air conditioning
Policies
- Pets allowed
Business
- Meeting rooms
Based on the property listing at our booking partner.
Location
- Location score
- 2.2/10
- Walk grade
- 35/100 Car recommended
- Restaurants & cafés within 500 m
- 11
- Sights within 1 km
- 0
| Nearest airportDes Moines International Airport (DSM) | 13 km29 min drive |
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| Distance to the centreDes Moines (IA) | 8.8 km20 min drive |
Everyday places nearby
| Food shopPrice Chopper | 1.1 km17 min walk |
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Questions about Sonesta Essential Des Moines
How do guests rate Sonesta Essential Des Moines?
Sonesta Essential Des Moines has a guest rating of 7.6 out of 10 from 62 reviews, which is better than 17% of rated hotels in Des Moines (IA).
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.
Does Sonesta Essential Des Moines include breakfast?
The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.
Is there parking at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?
Yes, the listing mentions free parking.
How far is Sonesta Essential Des Moines from the airport?
The nearest airport, Des Moines International Airport (DSM), is 13 km away in a straight line.
What was Sonesta Essential Des Moines called before?
Sonesta Essential Des Moines was previously known as Econo Lodge Inn & Suites.
How many rooms does Sonesta Essential Des Moines have?
Sonesta Essential Des Moines has 139 rooms.
Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Des Moines?
The listing says pets are allowed. Contact the property for size limits and fees.
Is there a supermarket or food shop near Sonesta Essential Des Moines?
Yes: Price Chopper, about 1.1 km away (17 min walk).
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