Des Lux Hotel, Des Moines: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

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Hotel with bar/lounge, near Iowa Events Center

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Dates

February 2025

March 2025

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

In downtown Des Moines, Des Lux Hotel offers a luxurious retreat with continental breakfast, sauna and steam room, and in-room WiFi. Guests praise the central location near Wells Fargo Arena and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden as well as the helpful staff.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Spa
Free breakfast
Bar
Airport transfer
Parking available
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Housekeeping (on request)
Free airport shuttle
Fitness center
Sauna
Steam room
Valet parking
Self parking
Hot tub
Bar/lounge
Spa services
Business center
24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Television
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains

includes taxes & fees

$169 per night

Feb 18 - Feb 19

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Designer toiletries

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

includes taxes & fees

$128 per night

Feb 23 - Feb 24

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About the neighborhood

800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

Des Moines Civic Center - 9 min walk
Hy Vee Hall - 12 min walk
Iowa Events Center - 13 min walk
Wells Fargo Arena - 14 min walk
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 3 min drive

Getting around

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 17 min drive
Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

‪Mash + MARROW - ‬3 min walk
‪Fresko - ‬2 min walk
‪801 Chophouse - ‬6 min walk
‪Centro - ‬3 min walk
‪Des Lux Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Des Lux Hotel

At Des Lux Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Wells Fargo Arena and Drake University. You can relax at the hot tub, work out at the fitness center, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A free airport shuttle, a sauna, and a steam room are other highlights. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

- 51 rooms
- Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Covered onsite self parking (USD 10.00 per day)
- Covered onsite valet parking (USD 25 per night)
- Onsite parking limited
- Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
- Onsite garage

Transfers

- Free airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM*

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Shared microwave
Water dispenser

What to do

Winery tours nearby

Working away

Business center
Meeting room

Services

24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Romance packages

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 1903
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
Spa services
Hot tub
Sauna
Steam room
Traditional architecture

Accessibility

Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Accessible airport shuttle
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair

Food and drink

Refrigerator

Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Dining

Des Lux Bar - Onsite bar. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:

Bar/lounge
Business center
Fitness facilities
Front desk
Meeting facilities
Sauna
Hot tub

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.00 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Parking

Covered self parking costs USD 10.00 per day
Covered valet parking costs USD 25 per night
Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Des Lux Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Des Lux Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Des Lux Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Des Lux Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 10.00 per day. Valet parking costs USD 25 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Des Lux Hotel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Des Lux Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Des Lux Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Des Lux Hotel and nearby?

Des Lux Hotel has a sauna and a steam room.

What's the area around Des Lux Hotel like?

Des Lux Hotel is in Downtown Des Moines, a short 14-minute walk from Wells Fargo Arena and 3 minutes' walk from 801 Grand. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 15, 2025

Great Time

Husband and I had a great time in Des Moines at this hotel. Decent breakfast, great service and fun atmosphere.

Karin, 2-night trip