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Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Iowa Events Center

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Lobby sitting area
Massages
Front of property
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Lobby lounge
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Popular LocationIowa Events Center13 min walk
  • Popular LocationWells Fargo Arena14 min walk
  • Popular LocationGreater Des Moines Botanical Garden3 min drive
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)16 min drive

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9.5/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

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).

What's nearby

  • Hy Vee Hall - 12 min walk
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min walk
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 14 min walk
  • Principal Park - 18 min walk
  • Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mash + Marrow - 3 min walk
  • Fresko - 2 min walk
  • Centro - 3 min walk
  • 801 Chophouse - 6 min walk
  • Bubba - 5 min walk

About this property

Des Lux Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Iowa Events Center
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
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.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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.

You need to know

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.

We should mention

  • 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).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Des Lux Hotel to the airport?

Des Lux Hotel is 5.1 mi (17-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Des Lux Hotel?

As of May 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Des Lux Hotel on May 28, 2024 start from $189.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Des Lux Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Des Lux Hotel offers a free airport shuttle, available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request.

Does Des Lux Hotel offer free breakfast?

Des Lux Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Des Lux Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Des Lux Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Des Lux Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per day, and valet parking for USD 25 per night.

Does Des Lux Hotel have a pool?

Des Lux Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Des Lux Hotel have a restaurant?

Des Lux Hotel is home to Des Lux Bar, which features happy hour.

Does Des Lux Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Des Lux Hotel to downtown Des Moines?

Des Lux Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Des Moines.

Des Lux Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 835 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1006 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TODD, CHISAGO CITY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the most amazing hotel! What a gem! Staff was fantastic!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 star service
Mary the receptionist was amazing. True asset to the hotel. Very accommodating and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed there a few times. It’s a nice hotel. Only issue is the traffic noise if you’re not used to that.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Monroe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent three days in Des Moines and really enjoyed our stay at Des Lux Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garth M Carlson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay and Play!
Hotel was very nice, super pretty inside and out. Was a bit bummed about the hot tub not being hot, but I watched them fill it in the morning and figured it wouldn't be real hot till late. At least I know for a fact it was clean! The steam and sauna are incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming and sophisticated property. Close to many dining options. Lovely bar. Love the steam room, dry sauna, and huge hot tub. Great choices for breakfast. Amazingly friendly staff! Will stay here again in the near future and highly recommend for it’s unique atmosphere!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024