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Very good
4.0/5
Based on 291 guest reviews
- Free breakfast
- Fitness / Gym is on-site
- 51 rooms in property
- Hotel has 5 floors
- Hotel has 4 suites
- Check-in: 3:00pm
- Group booking rating of 10.0/10
- 3 conference rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
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Local attractions
PapaJohn Sculpture Garden, Wells Fargo Arena, Civic Center of Greater DSM, Prarie Meadows, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Science Center, Hoyt Sherman Place, Des Moines Botanical Center, Salisbury House & Garden, Veterans Memorial Auditorium(Iowa Event Center), Hy-Vee Hall, Iowa Speedway.
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Property description
Experience luxury, elegance, and romance at the Suites of 800 Locust Hotel & Spa. Located in the heart of downtown, this exquisite hotel is close to shopping, nightlife, and restaurants. The Suites is a landmark destination, offering a European sense of grace and grandeur. It's in perfect harmony with old world charm and modern conveniences, resulting in a sophisticated infusing classical architecture with eclecticism and a touch of the unexpected. Included in each room night is a compimentary made to order omelet, belgian waffle, and continental breakfast.Both meeting rooms consist of the following;fiber optic cable high speed internet, four phone lines, full service AV equipment, pre-wired sound system, and executive refridgerator.
Details / Other expenses
| Check-in: | 3:00pm |
| Check-out: | 11:00am |
| Year of last renovation: | 2001 |
| Floors: | 5 |
| Rooms: | 51 |
| Corridors: | All rooms have interior hallways |
| Non-smoking rooms: | 51 |
| Rooms with disabled access: | 3 |
| Suites: | 4 |
| Room windows: | Windows do open |
| Cleaning frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting rooms: | 3 View spaces |
| Meeting space: | 1717 sq. feet |
| Event space: | Holds 150 people |
| Dist. to food/bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: | 1.0 Miles |
| Dist. to the nearest gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar hours: | 4 PM - 1 AM |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 48 hour cancellation | |
| Nightly parking: | $20 |
| Typical group deposit: | 0 |
| Total taxes: | 0.12% |
| Total misc. fees: | £0.00 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 5.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 7.00% |
| City Tax: | 0.00% |
| Country Tax: | 0.00% |
| VAT: Value Added Tax: | 0.00 VAT % Inclusive |
| GST: General Sales Tax: | 0.00 GST % |
| PST: Provincial Sales Tax: | 0.00 PST % |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 6.00% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 6.00% |
| Other Tax: | 0.00% |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Parking Fee: | 20.00 Per Night |
| Cleaning Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Porterage Fee: | 0.00 Per Item |
| Gym Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Spa Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Shipping and Handling Fee: | 0.00 Per Item |
| Additional Person Fee: | 0.00 Per Person |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Additional Room Fees: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 21.00% |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 0.00% |
| Banquet Labour Fees: | 21.00 Per Hour |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 50.00 Per Function |
| Chef Attendant Fees: | 50.00 Per Function |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 0.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 0.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 20.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 20.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 6.00 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 5.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Urn of Coffee: | 28.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Soft Drinks: | 2.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 3.50 Per Person |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 0.00 Per Function (depends on what level) |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 0.00 Per Person/Per Hour (depends on selection) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Garage
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Mini bar
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Office in room available
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Sauna
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Shows or evening entertainment
- Spa
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- Travellers cheques accepted
- TV room
- Valet Parking
- VCR or VCP
- Voicemail
Airport & shuttle information
Des Moines International Airport is approx. 3 miles away. Taxi fare one way is approx. $15.
Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.Pet friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry but pets are not allowed.Previously known as:
The Suites of 800 Locust Hotel & Spa
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Meeting rooms and event rooms at Des Lux Hotel
Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Des Lux Hotel.
Feel free to use the Des Lux Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Des Moines event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting room name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sq ft) | Event 5'/6  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theatre | Reception | Regist. desk  |
| Meeting Room | 37 x 25 x 16 | 925 | 55/55 | -- | 40 | 36 | 28 | 21 | --/-- | 80 | 100 | 4 |
Close this Meeting RoomRoom type: General Meeting Room Total size: 925 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 37 x 25 x 16 Ft Floor level: Ground level Columns: 1 Windows: 0 Is there natural light? No Are there obstructions? Yes Are there built in screens? Yes Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? Yes Amenities available
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| Board Room | 24 x 14 x 16 | 336 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 16 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close this Board RoomGorgeous Board Room with hand-made Italian Granite Table and Leather Executive Chairs. Original brick from when the building was built in 1909 plus rich Eurpoean colors creates a grand atmosphere for day long meetings, board retreats and out of the box brainstorming sessions. Also great for meetings planned around a working breakfast, lunch or dinner. Room type: General Meeting Room Total size: 336 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 24 x 14 x 16 Ft Floor level: Ground level Power outlets: 3 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Is there natural light? No Are there obstructions? No Are there built in screens? Yes Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? Yes Amenities available
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| Presidential Suite | 24 x 19 x 70 | 456 | 38/-- | 27 | 19 | 11 | 13 | 11 | --/-- | 51 | 46 | -- |
Close this Presidential SuitePatio Atrium that is shared between the two Presidential Suites. Perfect for Hospitality areas, Meet & Great, Cocktail Receptions or Out-of-the-Box Team Building. Room type: Mezzanine Total size: 456 Sq. Miles Dimensions: 24 x 19 x 70 Ft Floor level: 2 Power outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 12 Is there natural light? Yes Are there obstructions? No Are there built in screens? No Is there a built in stage? No Is there built in A/V? No Amenities available
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FAQs about Des Lux Hotel
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Des Lux Hotel have?
There are 51 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Des Lux Hotel?
Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
Can I get a AAA rate at Des Lux Hotel?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Des Lux Hotel?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Des Lux Hotel?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
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