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Sonesta Essential Opens in Des Moines, Iowa
Apr 25, 2024 1 min reead
Sonesta Expands Newest Hotel Brand with First Location in Iowa
NEWTON, MA, [April 25, 2024] – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of Sonesta Essential Des Moines. The 150-room, upper-midscale property is located at 4755 Merle Hay Road in Des Moines, IA. The hotel is near the Iowa State Capitol, Des Moines International Airport, Drake University and Iowa State Fairgrounds, providing easy access to hiking and biking trails and the famed Downtown Farmer’s Market.
“The opening of Sonesta Essential Des Moines continues the momentum of our newest brand,” said Keith Pierce, Sonesta’s EVP and President Franchise & Development. “At Sonesta, relationships are at the core of our growth strategy as we expand our footprint and grow the Sonesta Essential brand through both new and repeat owners.”
Sonesta Essential provides guests with only the essentials for their stays. Sonesta Essential features elevated bedding as part of the brand’s unique sleep program, high-speed complimentary WiFi, complimentary hot breakfast, premium all-day coffee, and a fitness center.
Guests of Sonesta Essential Des Moines can earn or redeem points as members of the award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program.
ABOUT SONESTA
About Sonesta International Hotels
Sonesta is the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. according to Smith Travel Research (STR) with approximately 1,100 properties totaling 100,000 guest rooms across 13 brands in eight countries. Sonesta owns, manages and/or franchises under The Royal Sonesta; The James, Classico Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises; MOD Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Select; Sonesta Essential, Sonesta ES Suites, Sonesta Simply Suites, Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta; Signature Inn by Sonesta; Americas Best Value Inn by Sonesta and Canadas Best Value Inn by Sonesta. Redefining hospitality through its award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program, Sonesta offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem points for unparalleled value and personalized experiences. Sonesta Travel Pass members receive the best rates, earn immediate points towards free nights, and accelerated status progression based on stays. For more information about Sonesta, visit Sonesta.com to make a reservation or franchise.sonesta.com to explore joining our portfolio.
