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Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property

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Property entrance
Flat-screen TV
Lobby lounge
Lobby sitting area
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace | View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Bar
$167
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3

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800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Casey's Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Flat-screen TV

Presidential Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Des Lux Hotel

3.5-star hotel in Downtown Des Moines
Along with a fitness center, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a sauna. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a hot tub, valet parking, and spa services. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

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

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
In addition to a hot tub, Des Lux Hotel features a sauna and a fitness center. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This 3.5-star property offers access to a business center and a meeting room. This business-friendly hotel also offers spa services, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary to guests (available on request). Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

Des Lux Hotel is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Des Lux Bar - Onsite bar. Happy hour is offered.

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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
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Suites Of 800 Locust Hotel Des Moines

Des Lux Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 876 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1015 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 Excellent

Dorian

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we stepped into the captivating reception area, rich with elegant French decor, I knew I was going to love the stay. Our room, with a cozy fireplace and beautiful windows, was the perfect retreat. I was so relaxed I wished I could have slipped into those comfy robes before heading to the thoughtful complimentary breakfast to be followed up with a visit to the spa on the lower level. Last but not least was the hotel’s stylish bar and perfect place for an evening drink since dining and food were at least a few blocks away. Truly an unforgettable stay—I can’t wait to return!
Reception
Reception
Hotel room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, friendly staff, great location. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence, Houston

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
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

8/10 Good

D.J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, Washington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Kristy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the eclectic decor! Friendly folks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was amazing we loved the bar and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joy, Dubuque

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable. I enjoyed the unusual decor. The vibe wasn’t sterile/cold. Could use some fresh paint in the room and the lighted mirror didn’t work. Also, the hair dryer was dirty (but I brought my own, so no worries fume).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Real cool vibe in the hotel lobby. Rooms were clean and nice. Great decor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best in Des Moines

Absolutely gorgeous hotel. Fantastic staff. So helpful & knowledgeable. Willing to go above and beyond. Great amenities - very adult centered, which was perfect for our girls weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a beautiful room to stay in while I was at a conference. I was comfortable and enjoyed the bar service as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lubomir

Liked: Amenities
Overall great experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The reason I gave it only three stars was that we had three adults in the room and they had a sharing a king size bed. I went down to request a different room. They didn’t have any double beds available so they brought a caught up. When I got our bill, it was $50 tacked onto our bill for the cot. I asked him why I was being charged for the cop when there wasn’t enough accommodations for all the people in our party and they said you should’ve known that when you booked it. I thought you probably had a sleeper sofa to accommodate the other person I told them. She had said how did youto make a reservation I said through Travelocity. And all she said was that’s your problem right there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Type sh
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the aesthetic so much. A little disappointed there wasn’t housekeeping. Great, great, great hotel—just like a cleanup.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Duane

Stayed 1 night in May 2025