Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel descritpion

Located in the heart of Des Moines, this Iowa hotel boasts a 6000 square foot fitness centre and a spa. Free WiFi access is available, and the State Capitol building is 6 minutes’ drive away.
Cable TV and a minibar are provided in every room at The Suites of 800 Locust. Featuring a bath, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Extras include a desk.
A hot breakfast is served daily at this hotel. Made-to-order eggs, waffles, fresh fruit, and more are offered. The Cosmopolitan Lounge is on site and features a full bar and jazz music.
A hot tub and airport shuttle are provided at 800 Locust Suites. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, luggage storage and dry cleaning.
The hotel is 1,950 feet from Science Center of Iowa, 2,650 feet from Hy-Vee Hall and 2,650 feet from Iowa Events Center. Des Moines International Airport is 3.7 miles away.

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Facilities of Des Lux Hotel

Pets ：Pets are not allowed.

Activities ：Sauna | Fitness Center | Spa | Massage | Hot Tub

Food & Drink ：Bar | Breakfast in the Room | Snack Bar

Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking ：Public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 20 per day.

General ：Newspapers | Safe | Non-smoking Rooms | Facilities for Disabled Guests | Heating

Reviews for Des Lux Hotel

Review 1：Other half of staff very disrespectful and rude. Cost of food and beverages ridiculous. One of the sinks in my bathroom, the drain pipe and trap were completely disconnected. Told front desk. Nothing done.

Review 2：Pretty decent place. Beds were not bad. Some of staff was friendly.

Review 3：We wish there was less traffic outside, and not be able to hear the "boy racers" at night on Locust.

Review 4：The staff was really helpful, lovely and imaginative décor and breakfast super good, esp Joe the chef. Reception very kind and accommodating. Super bed.

Review 5：Parking. Either across the street or valet-both at your own expense.

Review 6：Staff was very accommodating and the room was wonderful. Bed was very comfortable and things were very clean.

Review 7：I was taking to the concert but the van couldn't pick me up , because it was to late. wished they told me before hand.

Review 8：everything was great a nice stay to just get away

Review 9：the street noise was a tad loud when trying to go bed. not too bad though.

Review 10：The rooms were absolutely gorgeous! Fire place, high ceilings with a ceiling fan! I felt like I was in someones room at home versus a hotel!

Review 11：Breakfast was average at best but was complementary so can't complain.

Review 12：The King bed was amazing. Free shuttle for guests. Spa and steam room were great addition.

Review 13：I was craving chips and did not find a vending machine but I could get them at the front desk,but not a good selection.

Review 14：Loved it here!! The staff was excellent,the room was perfect,bed was amazingly soft and breakfast delicious! !! My sister and I walked around downtown taking great architectural pictures and many inside the hotel including ones with the butler.

Review 15：There was a mix-up with our reservation and we were given keys to two rooms that were already occupied. Then placed in a room that was obviously for overflow for the night. Correct room given the next day.

Review 16：Room was very nice once we were put in the correct one.

Review 17：I had one lady at the front desk make a smart comment but I just went with it instead of causing a scene. Whathe we were doing there was none of her business and she didn't need to ask personal questions. I understand if she was trying to have a conversation but when they ask questions that she doesn't need to ask nor does she need to have her own opinion then that's just rude. I loved the rest of the staff and they did good on the room just that one particular person I did not like and it made me uncomfortable to stay there because of her.

Review 18：It was classy and the room felt like home.

Review 19：Nothing

Review 20：My room was very large and well appointed. 55" tv that went straight to channels and did not try to sale me anything. Very comfortable bed and pillows. All staff were very polite and helpful. I only stayed at this hotel because the one I stayed at the night before was full, but next time I am in town, this hotel will be my first choice. The breakfast was wonderful with made to order omelettes. The lobby was very nice as well.

Review 21：For the Luxury suite we stayed in, fireplace, whirlpool, I was shocked to see lightbulbs burnt out at the vanity, the counter it's self was broken and pushed into an open shelf under the sink, and the shower head was broke, so one had to huddle near the front where the nozzle hung! Its the small things like that that make it not worth the value. We pay extra to stay in nice suites, expecting them to be maintained.f

Review 22：Loved the building, décor and all. Close to all the down town places we planned on going to.

Review 23：The bartender in the lounge was the only staff member that was not friendly or courteous. We spoke to the front desk about it, and they said they had heard that from other guests, but they were happy we had brought it to their attention and they were going to work on that issue.

Review 24：All was great! Beautiful rooms, great staff, great location. Lovely stay, and would do it again!

Review 25：For as much as it cost it was just little petty things. Like not all the tv channels where full hd. No way to rent movies. Like I said nothing bad just little things that would be nice

Review 26：It would have been nice to know where to park beforehand. The room was a little chilly without the fireplace burning

Review 27：The room was spacious and I love the fireplace. The breakfast was absolutely delicious.

Review 28：The night life in the surrounding area was loud until around 2 a.m. not the hotel's fault but the racing traffic and obnoxious people outside kept me up for hours.

Review 29：The historic hotel was pretty and nicely remodeled. The work out facility and spa were very nice as well.

Review 30：Furniture looked like it was from goodwill. There were none of the standard offerings in the room that you would expect in a 4-star hotel (no bathrobe, cheap towels). The lampshade was disgusting as were the walls in the bathroom. Housekeeping was poor leaving our dirty dishes in our room and not replacing them. While the advertised shuttle service the hotel was so understaffed when we were there that there was no one to run the shuttle. We won't be going back.

Review 31：Omelet bar on the mornings that they staffed it (they had no back up). The hotel was quiet because no one was there. The room was dark so good to sleep in.

Review 32：Room was too large - could be a semi-suite, but there was no desk and no armchairs. The layout is rather odd and it just felt like wasted spaced. The wifi was very slow and I ended up having to use the wifi connection on my phone. The TV in the bar/restaurant was cranked up much of the time, which kind of wrecked the cozy, warm atmosphere of the lobby. Almost all of the faucets in the room leaked, leaving large puddles of water on the counters.

Review 33：The bed was super comfortable and the bathroom counter was big enough to spread out all my makeup; the gas fireplace was a nice little touch, especially since it was about 10 degrees outside.

Review 34：My only complaint was the fitness room. Some of the equipment needed to be updated and serviced - for example the upright stationary bike didn't work. Also, both dry and steam saunas were dirty with grit and some mold on the floors, and I was unable to elevate the temperature, so didn't use them. When I was ready to go into the whirlpool, I stepped into ice cold water! Thus ended my relaxing soak. Other than this, the morning coffee was weak and luke warm.

Review 35：The staff at the front desk was wonderful and very accommodating for my husband and my 25th anniversary. In fact, they upgraded us from the King Delux room to one of the Gateway Suites with no added charge as there was room availability. Our suite featured beautiful wood floors, granite bar area, fireplace, and whirlpool tub. While my husband and I renewed our wedding vows in front of the fireplace of the intimate lobby, the staff was upstairs preparing a lovely table with white table cloth and setting for 4 in our suite. The room was beautiful and very comfortable. The hotel is located in the heart of downtown Des Moines with excellent access to shops, restaurants and theatre. I will always have very fond memories!

Review 36：There was some traffic noise.

Review 37：The lobby had a fireplace and was decorated for Christmas. We had great specialty drinks in the bar. The room was spacious. The breakfast was free and included made to order omelettes and waffles. We enjoyed our stay.

Review 38：The shower had a really weak stream. It was the only problem we had with the room. It got us clean, but it was not great.

Review 39：Location, staff, and breakfast were great. The room was spacious for a single-bed room.

Review 40：The heat in my room was nonexistent on a below freezing night. The hotel bar was suppose to close at 2:00am actually closes whenever the the bar tender feels it is slow.

Review 41：The rooms where very clean almost new.

Review 42：The controls for the spa did not work, it was angry bubbles or no bubbles.

Review 43：Went there on our wedding night, great place but no secure parking for guests.

Review 44：Cars racing around downtown late at night. It is out of your control, but why don't the police take care of it?

Review 45：The location is great and parking was free over the weekend.

Review 46：nothing to dislike

Review 47：The rooms are beautiful and the bath and shower are excellent. The location is the heart of downtown. The guy who makes omelettes in the morning is the best.

Review 48：I didn't like that the suite didn't have a jetted tub

Review 49：Room was comfortable and very nice

Review 50：The thermostat in room 401 didn't work

Review 51：Almost everything

Review 52：I did not get the room i reserved per pics on your web site.

Review 53：The staff is friendly. The room was clean

Review 54：Parking

Review 55：Des Lux was very clean and comfortable. They served an excellent complimentary breakfast!

Review 56：The room was very nice. Very helpful staff.

Review 57：Noisy street traffic

Review 58：Loved the staff! Loved the room! Loved breakfast! Loved the massage! Loved the hotel shuttle!

Review 59：Interesting and unusual boutique hotel in good central location

Review 60：There is some street noise.

Review 61：Beautiful rooms.

Review 62：Large room, central location, cleanliness.

Review 63：Small rooms

Review 64：Friendly staff and great room service!

Review 65：Comfy beds, easy access, huge room with fireplace a plus!

Review 66：I didn't like how the snacks were expensive

Review 67：I love the bathrooms and the his and hers sink

Review 68：All good except didn't like parking arrangements.

Review 69：Folks that work there are super. Rooms were great.

Review 70：Nice, comfortable hotel with friendly staff, enjoyed the breakfast.

Review 71：No complaints.

Review 72：The room exceeded my expectations! The hotel was so quiet we felt like we were the only guests.

Review 73：Very friendly staff, complimentary upgrade, complimentary cool to order breakfast.

Review 74：Ice machine did not work on my floor suite was $300 dollars so that was not good.

Review 75：Very good staff members always helpful.

Review 76：Parking.

Review 77：The room was spacious and very comfortable. The bar area was active and the breakfast was good.

Review 78：Breakfast offerings other than omelette were weak.

Review 79：Size of room, shuttle service, exercise facility and location

Review 80：Clean, crisp white sheets, over duvet. Clean. Love the lounge

Review 81：Good location in downtown. Room was quiet and comfortable. Very good breakfast!

Review 82：See above

Review 83：The homemade omleat in the morning...other then that we were disappointed for the money we spent.

The Fine Print

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