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Des Lux Hotel

800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Free Breakfast
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking
Lounge

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About this property

Des Lux Hotel is an independent, 3.5-star property in Des Moines, Iowa's downtown core. A short 9-minute walk from Iowa Events Center and 14 minutes on foot from Casey's Center, the hotel puts guests within easy reach of the city's cultural and civic attractions. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is 1.2 miles away, and Des Moines International Airport is approximately 3 miles from the property, with taxi service available at roughly $15 one way.

The hotel contains 51 guestrooms, including four suites. Each room includes a refrigerator, minibar, flat-screen television with cable, and complimentary wireless internet. Rooms feature private bathrooms stocked with designer toiletries and hair dryers, as well as safes, desks, and phones with free local calls. Guest comfort ratings average 4.8 out of 5.

Dining and recreation options include a bar and lounge where guests can unwind, plus a complimentary continental breakfast served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. The property offers a hot tub, sauna, and fitness center for guests seeking relaxation or exercise. Additional amenities include a fireplace in the lobby, gift shop, business center, and spa services. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the property. The hotel is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible in public areas including registration, fitness facilities, and meeting spaces.

Check-in runs from 3:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property does not permit pets. A 24-hour front desk is available for guest assistance, and luggage storage is provided. Parking is available with limited spaces; self-parking and valet parking are offered at additional cost. The hotel is LGBTQIA+ friendly and managed by a professional property host.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Des Lux Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Des Moines, a short 9-minute walk from Iowa Events Center and 14 minutes by foot from Casey's Center. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Temple Theater - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
801 Grand - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Western Gateway Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Des Moines Public Library - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Polk County Courthouse - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Pappajohn Sculpture Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Iowa Events Center - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Des Moines Civic Center - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Walnut Street Bridge - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
EMC Expo Center - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center - 1 km / 0.6 mi

The preferred airport for Des Lux Hotel is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 8.3 km / 5.1 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 51 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).

Getting here

Des Moines International Airport is approx. 3 miles away. Taxi fare one way is approx. $15.
Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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. If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 10.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per night

Know before you go

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • A car is required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).