Sonesta Essential Des Moines is a quality pet-friendly hotel in Des Moines, IA. Sonesta Essential Des Moines welcomes up to 2 dogs of any size with a pet fee of $15 per pet, per night. This fee will be collected directly upon check-in. A convenient pet relief area is located nearby. Both dogs and cats are welcome. Please contact us directly if you have any questions about bringing your pet along—we're here to help!
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Lower rates
Trusted low rates - often cheaper than Expedia, Booking & BringFido.
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ESA & support animals
Travel with your support animal - no pet fees, ever.
ESA & support animals
Travel with your support animal - no pet fees, ever.
Pet-friendly guarantee
We personally verify each pet-friendly stay upon booking.
Lower rates
Trusted low rates - often cheaper than Expedia, Booking & BringFido.
Earn rewards
Join Romingo Rewards for free and get cash back on future travel.
ESA & support animals
Travel with your support animal - no pet fees, ever.
Pet-friendly guarantee
We personally verify each pet-friendly stay upon booking.
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Where You'll Be
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines, IA 50322
Important Information
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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
Hotel Description
The well-being of guests is top of mind at Choice-branded hotels. Guests may experience a variety of new, improved cleanliness protocols and products. An easy stop on the road awaits you at the Econo Lodge Inn and Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Rd hotel in Des Moines, IA. Our hotel is near Drake University, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Wells Fargo Arena, Blank Park Zoo, Living History Farms and the Iowa Events Center. We provide all the amenities you need so you can stick to your budget and focus on the important reasons you travel, including free juice every morning, free WiFi, guest laundry facilities and meeting space that can accommodate up to 150 event attendees. All of our guest rooms have a refrigerator, microwave and TV. Upper-tier suites have even more amenities, such as a hot tubs and balconies. Also, earn rewards including free nights and gift cards with our Choice Privileges Rewards program.
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