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Des Lux Hotel

3.5-star property
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 1-855-201-7819
4.9 out of 5
Exceptional!
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"Unique hotel downtown, very accommodating front desk staff. Nice sized rooms. Would definitely stay here again. " More

By a verified traveler on Fri 15 Sep 2023

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Hotel Description

3.5-star hotel near Iowa Events Center

City center stay

Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Des Moines hotel, you'll find Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena. Also, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is within 2 miles (3 km) and Iowa State Fairgrounds is within 6 miles (10 km).

Free shuttle, breakfast

This hotel features a gym and a spa tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and free airport shuttle. Enjoy the sauna and free continental breakfast each morning.

Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$179* Per night/room Apr 28 - Apr 29

Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Des Lux Hotel ratings based on 16 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.9 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Des Lux Hotel

Everyone (8) Couples (3) Family (2)
5 out of 5

Posted by , from BATON ROUGE on Jan 30, 2024

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Mar 25, 2024 by MO

Thanks

5 out of 5
Unique hotel downtown, very accommodating front desk staff. Nice sized rooms. Would definitely stay here again.

Posted by , from IDA GROVE on Sep 15, 2023

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Sep 18, 2023 by Mary

Thank You

5 out of 5

Posted by on May 6, 2023

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May 27, 2023 by Marina

Thank you Paul, the high review means a lot!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Mar 30, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 20, 2023 by Marina

Thank you Nichole!! We'll keep the 5/5 stars service during your next stay with us!

5 out of 5
This hotel is fire and they stock Prosecco in the mini bar. What else do you need :)

Posted by on Oct 10, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 12, 2022 by Steven

We appreciate your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again in the near future!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 25, 2022

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5 out of 5
Hotel is very charming, staff go above and beyond, will be back!

Posted by on May 25, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 11, 2022 by Ryan

Thank you Trish! We look forward to your next visit with us!

4 out of 5
The elevator for the hotel was not working, which was a minor inconvenience. However, efforts were being made to repair it.

Posted by on Dec 31, 2021

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Dec 31, 2021 by carl D.

Thank you Laura

5 out of 5
One of the most beautiful hotels i've stayed in!

Posted by on Sep 26, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 12, 2021 by Christeen Lampman, PM Manager

Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

5 out of 5
Excellent hotel. super nice rooms, even better staff!

Posted by on Aug 23, 2021

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Aug 24, 2021 by Carl D

Thank you

About the Des Lux Hotel

Location 800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Property Features

Des Lux Hotel offers its guests a spa tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. Spa services, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Des Lux Hotel. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This 3.5-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1903
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Long-term parking (surcharge) , Self parking (surcharge) , Valet parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Free airport shuttle
  • Parking: Valet parking and self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Des Lux Hotel offers 51 accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Minibar
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a spa tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or spa tub without adult supervision.

  • Casino nearby
  • Health or beauty spa nearby

Spa Services

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

  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

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. 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.

Des Lux Hotel offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation on arrival with your arrival details. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • Car required
  • Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
  • Credit card pre-authorization
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Smoke detector
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Lux Hotel Des Moines
  • Lux Des Moines
  • Suites Of 800 Locust Hotel Des Moines
  • Hotel Of 800 Locust
  • Des Lux Hotel Des Moines, Iowa
  • Iowa
  • Hotel Of 800 Locust
  • Des Lux Hotel Hotel
  • Des Lux Hotel Des Moines
  • Des Lux Hotel Hotel Des Moines
  • Suites Of 800 Locust Hotel Des Moines

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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