Des Lux Hotel

Hotel with bar/lounge, near Iowa Events Center

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November 2025
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In downtown Des Moines, Des Lux Hotel offers a luxurious retreat with continental breakfast, sauna and steam room, and in-room WiFi. Guests praise the central location near Wells Fargo Arena and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden as well as the helpful staff.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • Bar/lounge
  • Spa services
  • Business centre
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains
£126
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Flat-screen TV

Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Flat-screen TV
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Flat-screen TV

Presidential Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Casey's Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Palmer’s Deli - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mash + MARROW - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Centro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Casey's Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds. You can relax at the Hot tub, work out at the fitness centre or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A free airport shuttle, a sauna and a steam room are other highlights. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Covered on-site self-parking (USD 10.00 per day)
    • Covered on-site valet parking (USD 25 per night)
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
    • On-site garage

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1903
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa services
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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

Dining

Des Lux Bar – On-site bar. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

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

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 25.00 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Parking

  • Covered self-parking costs USD 10.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking costs USD 25 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Does Des Lux Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Des Lux Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Des Lux Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Des Lux Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 10.00 per day. Valet parking costs USD 25 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Des Lux Hotel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Des Lux Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at Des Lux Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Des Lux Hotel and nearby?

Des Lux Hotel has a sauna and a steam room.

What's the area around Des Lux Hotel like?

Des Lux Hotel is in Downtown Des Moines, a short 14-minute walk from Casey's Center and 9 minutes' walk from Iowa Events Center. Travellers say that the local area is good for shopping and very central.

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Des Lux Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and outstanding with a wide variety of options. (111 reviews)
  • The property offers excellent dining options with many restaurants within walking distance and staff providing great recommendations. (22 reviews)
  • The spa services, hot tub, sauna, and steam room were highly praised for being excellent and a fantastic way to relax. (19 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel.
Joy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cool hotel to stay at!
Jill E, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The friendly staff, fun decor, and quiet comfortable rooms made the Des Lux Hotel a great place to stay. Add in the great location, convenient parking, and fun little bar off the lobby, and we know this will be our hotel of choice any time we're in Des Moines.
Adam, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, nice location, breakfast was decent, decorated steam punk for halloween
Luke, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was top notch!
Derek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stay staff and service was amazing.
Brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about this hotel was wonderful! Very clean, excellent breakfast room, and choices, massage available on site, a very nice hot tub. We would definitely stay here again!
Dawn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel! Staff was great, hotel was clean, cool and in a great location.
Taylor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was freshly cooked, and a wide variety of choices was available
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Hotel

The hotel was amazing inside! Loved the way it was decorated. The room was perfect, so comfortable and quiet. The breakfast was outstanding!!
Heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is so beautiful. It feels so lux and fancy cut very approachable and welcoming. The rooms are plush and cozy (and clean.) The staff is friendly and professional and rhe amenities are very nice.
Kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here 10/14 to attend the Paul McCartney concert. We loved the hotel. Very clean and everyone was so nice. This will be our choice hotel for any future trips to Des Moines.
Yvonne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place I've ever stayed at!
Randall, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was amazing. Amenities was amazing. Décor was beautiful. This hotel is a 10/10
Bernadine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel! We stayed there a few years ago and wanted to come back. The lobby is so well done. It’s a great location. Will be back again
Jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and beautiful hotel!
Lori, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel
Mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place very cool hotel!
Kade, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great atmosphere and good breakfast.
Robin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is always my go to... large, luxurious rooms, great bedding, bar, and outstanding breakfast included!
Melanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great place
Ralph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was amazing we loved the bar and breakfast.
Jon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay with very friendly staff. Breakfast was fantastic, much more than a continental breakfast with very attentive staff. Will definitely be back.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Lovely hotel, good selection for breakfast. Loved our room! Service was perfect.
Maya, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful historic hotel that is nicely refurbished with an artistic and well-decorated flair.
James, 1-night trip