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About the Hotel

575 South Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, Iowa, United States
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Close to Jordan Creek Town Center
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The 3-star smoke-free Element West Des Moines Hotel is located in a shopping area and offers a heated pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Featuring a shared lounge and a convenience shop, the residential hotel is around a 15-minute drive from the Clive Aquatic Center.

Location

This West Des Moines hotel has a prime setting within a 2-km distance of the shopping mall "Jordan Creek Town Center". Omaha is 183 km from the environmentally friendly Element West Des Moines Hotel, while the Valley View Park is nearly a 10-minute ride away.

For those travelling from afar, Des Moines International airport is 21 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

There are 110 allergy-free rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and pay-per-view channels as well as coffee/tea making equipment for self-catering. The Element West Des Moines offers carpeted flooring and elegant furniture for a pleasant stay.

Eat & Drink

The American-style restaurant in the accommodation offers dishes for breakfast. The restaurant serves American cuisine. Guests can dine at Applebee's, serving American dishes, or at Starbucks, located only 1 km away.

Leisure & Business

Spa therapy, a shared lounge, and barbecue grills are provided for a truly enjoyable stay. The Element includes a meeting room equipped with a desk and a xerox.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Living History Farms for a unique pioneer experience.
  • Savor the iconic pork tenderloin sandwich at Jethro's BBQ.
  • Explore the sculptures at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.
  • Take a stroll at Gray's Lake Park for stunning sunset views.
  • Check out the Valley Junction District for charming shops and eateries.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard King Guest room 1 King
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Studio King Studio 1 King Sofa bed
2 persons
420 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Coffee machine
Heating
Studio Double Queen Guest room 2 Queen
2 persons
420 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Coffee machine
Heating
One Bedroom Suite 1 Bedroom Suite 1 King Sofa bed
2 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling

Guest Parking

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Saltwater pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

575 South Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, Iowa, United States
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575 South Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Nearby
West Des Moines Calvary Baptist Church
1900 ft
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WineStyles Tasting
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Nicks
1600 ft
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Getting around
City Centre
West Des Moines28 min  ·  1.4 mi
Airports
Des Moines International Airport (DSM)23 min  ·  9.3 mi
Boone Municipal (BNW)98 min  ·  40.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a continental breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
110
Check-in
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Check-out
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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