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Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Iowa Events Center

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Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Flat-screen TV
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is P8,487
P9,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Principal Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Scopri Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mash + MARROW - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fresko - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪801 Chophouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Centro - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Des Lux Hotel

Hotel near Iowa Events Center
Located close to Wells Fargo Arena and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Des Lux Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • ATM/banking services, an elevator, and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 51 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Des Lux Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1903
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

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 on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Meeting facilities
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property 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
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision
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

Is Des Lux Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of Jun 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Des Lux Hotel on Jun 29, 2025 start from P 8,486.87, 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.

How much is parking at Des Lux Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Des Lux Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Des Lux Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Des Lux Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–9:00 PM on request.

Where is Des Lux Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Des Moines, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Fairgrounds are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Des Lux Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 860 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful property, friendly staff, great location. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Lovely art deco hotel. We loved our stay. The staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

I love to come and stay here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

In every respect this hotel was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Ibenjoyed the unique decor and architectural style of the building. The mattresses were fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice decore, very clean, excellent staff, and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

This is a beautiful property. Clean, friendly staff, comfortable room. Easy parking. Breakfast with lots of choices, great coffee.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Excellent Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Me and my husband love staying here the Beds are comfortable the staff is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great property - this hotel group does a good job with these older buildings.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Beautiful hotel & rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

I loved my stay here very nice, very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Good breakfast and nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Friendly staff with good recommendations for dinner. Beautiful historic hotel. Breakfast had a lot of options. So happy we stopped here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Overall great experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Convenient downtown location, quirky, eclectic, high-end decor in the rooms and public spaces (working fireplaces in the rooms!). Helpful, friendly staff. Easy walking to excellent restaurants and amenities, Great cocktail bar on site. Easy parking across the street.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful hotel with great amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Beautiful hotel and the staff was exceptional, especially the bar tender.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This is my second time staying here for a comedy show, Matt Rife at Wells Fargo arena. Parked right across the street overnight for only $7. Walked to the arena super close and convenient. Jet tub is great! Bed is comfy. Staff is really nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

I cannot say enough good things about this place! Right from the start our check in went smooth, we were upgraded to a fabulous suite…Sandy was amazing and so helpful. The room was top notch, so clean and cute and unique. The bar had fun drinks and it was just fun to walk around and take in all the decor. I would 100% stay here again. I loved it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

It was beautiful and they were attentive and walkable to bars.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Our favorite place in Des Moines.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

What an amazing experience. Such a beautiful place. It’s like an art gallery inside. You will not be disappointed. And the staff was great, they were extremely kind. They also me check in early and check out late.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025