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800 Locust St, Des Moines, Iowa, United States of America, 50309

Des Lux Hotel - A downtown Des Moines hotel with fitness center, spa, and jazz lounge

Located steps from Ruan Center and 801 Grand, this 3-star Des Moines hotel features 51 air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen cable TVs, refrigerators, and minibars. Des Lux Hotel's 6000-square-foot fitness center includes a sauna, while a full-service spa caters to relaxation needs. The Cosmopolitan Lounge serves drinks and jazz music, complemented by a complimentary continental breakfast served weekdays from 5:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Business travelers have access to two meeting rooms, a business center, and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel operates a free roundtrip airport shuttle and provides concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning. Positioned 0.5 miles from the Science Center of Iowa, the property stands within walking distance of the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates.

Des Lux Hotel: Pros

- Comprehensive safety features including carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and security systems - Private bathrooms feature designer toiletries and separate bathtubs and showers - Within 0.5 miles of multiple dining options including Django Restaurant, Centro, and 801 Chophouse - Walking distance to cultural attractions like Des Moines Civic Center and Wells Fargo Museum

Des Lux Hotel: Cons

- 6 miles distance from Des Moines International Airport - Continental breakfast service limited to weekdays only

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400 sq. feet 
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400 sq. feet 
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City Center
Des Moines2000 ft
Airports
Des Moines International (DSM) 5.3 mi
Boone Municipal (BNW) 50.1 mi

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Gift/Newsstand
  • Fireplace
  • Multilingual staff

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Tubing

Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free city shuttle
  • Paid valet parking
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Newspaper service
  • Bell staff/Porter
  • Computer connection

Dining

  • Breakfast
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Free breakfast

Business

  • Business center

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Spa center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

800 Locust St, Des Moines, Iowa, United States of America, 50309
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800 Locust St, Des Moines, Iowa, United States of America, 50309
Nearby
Parks
Pappajohn Sculpture Park
1900 ft
Public Building
Polk County Courthouse
1800 ft
Events
Grand Hall @ The Temple for Performing Arts
900 ft
Museums
Wells Fargo Museum
1200 ft
Night club
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1800 ft
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