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Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property

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Property entrance
Flat-screen TV
Lobby sitting area
Lobby lounge
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪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
(1 review)
  • 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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 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
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 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
(23 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
Des Lux Hotel Des Moines
Des Lux Hotel Hotel Des Moines
Suites Of 800 Locust Hotel Des Moines

Des Lux Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 876 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1019 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

MELISSA, Davenport

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic hotel was perfectly restored, with a mix of historic styled interiors and modern art. As an art history enthusiast, I thought it was uniquely beautiful. Staff were phenomenal without being overbearing or fake. I used to work in hospitality so I notice these things. Looking forward to returning, as is my mom who lives in Iowa.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel & rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chance

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with great decoration!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me and my husband love staying here the Beds are comfortable the staff is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacob

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night in Des Moines

All great. Missed have room service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Our room was large, the bed was comfortable, and our location in the hotel was quiet. It's an old building, but seems to be maintained well. The included breakfast was disappointing. Mostly processed foods,like donuts, granola bars, and assortment dry cereals, etc. Limited fruit available. One hot entree of mediocre scrambled eggs, and sausage. Hot tea and coffee. Cheerios, milk, toast, and yogurt were our go to both days.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay here very nice, very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcus

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice hotel. The decor is aggressively 20’s styling, kind of garishly fun. Had issues checking in, which was Expedia’s fault no theirs but they sorted it out and were good at customer service. Enjoyed it. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaMarques

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with great amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My favorite Des Moines hotel

Beautiful historic hotel. Lobby gorgeous. Rooms big and ours had a fireplace! Great martinis in the bar. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

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

Nice stay

Fun vibe, nice rooms and amenities. Fitness room open until 11. The hot tub was just a bit too hot for me and my partner. Breakfast was a step above your average continental with lots of choices. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful at night and in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Krystyn

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

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and the staff was exceptional, especially the bar tender.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Lincoln

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Des Lux is an interesting, comfortable hotel. Everywhere you look, there is something to catch your eye. We have stayed here several times, and never had a complaint.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous decor throughout hotel & room! Spacious rooms, amazing water pressure with soft water and comfortable! Very inviting, luxurious and priced competitively! I will be back! Highly recommend for any occasion!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Lovely Hotel! Great bartender.

We just loved everything about our stay in this cute boutique hotel. I am a cat person, so I was especially charmed by a framed photo of a gray cat "flipping the bird" in our room. We were lucky enough to have bartender Sherry serving us her award winning cocktail garnished with a rock candy stick. We wanted to come back every night to see her but family obligations got in the way. I would have liked a magnifying mirror in the room, but that is a small thing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin A

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reylene

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved the unique experience this hotel offered, the room was beautiful and the staff were friendly. Our only concern with the stay was street noise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

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