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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

2.5 star property
Hotel in Des Moines with free breakfast and a 24-hour business center

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Indoor pool, sun loungers
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Located in the heart of Lovington, Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road offers a continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour business center. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, an indoor pool, and lobby coffee. Visitors consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA, 50322

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Drake University - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Living History Farms - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Hotel near Drake University
Consider a stay at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road and take advantage of free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, coffee/tea in the lobby, and 1 meeting room
  • A computer station, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 116 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 250.00 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Quality Des Moines
Quality Inn Des Moines
Quality Inn Suites
Quality Inn Suites Des Moines Merle Hay Road
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road Hotel
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Does Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road located?

Located in Lovington, this hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Merle Hay Mall and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. Buccaneer Arena and Iowa Gold Star Military Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet place great for a peaceful get away and amazing pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a enjoyable stay our room was very spacous and clean would diffently stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quick check in, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I nice motel. I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall stay was very nice. Only issue was the carpet in the room needed a shampoo badly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff. Would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean spacious room. very nice staff and easy check in. Good breakfast options for a small motel style hotel. Safe area with easy to get to convenience options and food. We reserved the place that day and got a great rate and easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location right off the highway. The gym was very small with minimal ventilation. Good value for price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Facility was an odd mix of modular construction with reasonable accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was good and staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENT

Liked: Amenities
Great shower
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price of the motel the beds and towels and linens were extremely nice and soft. Room was very clean floor looked brand new hallways were clean. Pool was cold but nice size. Breakfast was normal affair waffles eggs biscuits and gravy. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room. Updated bathroom. Cozy bed linens. Awesome air conditioner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice basic comfort and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yoel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s was so comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the pool partys
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

I love it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Don

At 10:15 when we tried to check in we were told that there was no WiFi or Television. It would have been nice to be notified earlier in the day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. Was nice and quiet checking in and checking out was simple and easy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They continue to make improvements in the property by painting inside and outside. Breakfast was wholesome and unless you are very picky was more than adequate on their selections.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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