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Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Iowa Events Center
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
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Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking available
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb

Explore the area

Map
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • 801 Grand
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Hy Vee Hall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Des Moines

Des Lux Hotel places you in the centre of Des Moines, within just a 15-minute stroll of Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a free airport shuttle and a bar/lounge. .Des Lux Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna. Business amenities include a meeting room and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, spa services and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Downtown Des Moines hotel include Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Blank Park Zoo.

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

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

Hotel with free breakfast, near Iowa Events Center
Des Lux Hotel offers its guests Access to hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness centre. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre 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
  • Lift
  • 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 a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Covered parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site 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

Restaurants on site

  • Des Lux Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

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 provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business centre
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Meeting facilities
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
  • 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 cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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 cots/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-authorise 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Des Lux Hotel?

Des Lux Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 30 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Des Lux Hotel on 31 Jan 2025 start from NZ$334.12, including 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.

Is parking available at Des Lux Hotel?

Yep, Des Lux Hotel has a covered self car park for USD 10.00 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at Des Lux Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Des Lux Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers adore the free continental brekkie here! Served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Des Lux Hotel?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at Des Lux Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Des Lux Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Des Lux Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 855 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yanaisy

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent. The Halloween decorations was phenomenal a 10/10. The staff were so friendly and helpful a 10/10. The cleanness was amazing the bathrooms squeaky clean. And I just loved the chimney in my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam, Burnsville

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly and helpful with dinner recommendations. Elevator was out of service when returning from dinner, long painful walk to my 5th floor room after a big meal. Only other con may be thin windows or insulation. So much traffic noise at all hours of the night. What is with Des Moines motorcycles and "race cars" constantly cruising around downtown all night long? Overall, lovely hotel with character and near excellent dining (Centro). I recommend and will return next time I'm in town for work.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noemi

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Des Lux was a really cool boutique hotel. The martini bar in the lobby was nice (a little pricey) but the lobby was unique and fun. The breakfast was substantial and had so many choices, we felt as if we were at an “All-inclusive”. Parking was easy and convenient, cost is $10.00 a day, room was spacious and comfortable. The hot tub was very nice, along with a fantastic steam room and sauna. This hotel is just all around, very neat and worth a try. Oh, also, plenty of fantastic restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KYLE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, Friendly service, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greiner

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean and fresh and updated, festive for Halloween
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like they decorated for the holidays while keeping the charm of the old building. It is fancy without being gaudy. Kind of that old school cool kind of vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

don, Golden Valley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
About as close to 5 stars as you can get. Fabulous holiday props and display. De Luxe is appropriate for this property. No pool, but a great hot tub. Free breakfast is well done even if no biscuits and gravy. A lobby coffee maker would be a great addition, and a 2nd TV would be welcome -
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attention to detail and was decorated wonderfully for Halloween!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the place but downtown area needs a lot of cleaning up
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so unique and has a really special feeling to it. It is intimate, immaculately decorated and the furnishings and decor are quirky and weird and so fun. The bed was super comfy and the fireplace in our room along with the high ceilings, was just perfect. The staff was also wonderful. Highly recommend! Park across the street for $10/day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel in Des Moines.
The hotel is so unique with the decor! The staff is always amazing and makes you feel like family. The hotel is in a great location which allows you to walk to so many places.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Our favorite downtown stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KARLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool vibe in a great area and great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jubal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the decor and ambiance of this hotel. Very unique!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024