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A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (672 reviews)
"Clean room and nearby dining. Parking was large enough for trailer."
United States
George
The price is ļæ„14,683
ļæ„16,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

2. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay"
United States
David
The price is ļæ„12,710
ļæ„14,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

3. Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (449 reviews)
"The facility was clean and the Staff very welcoming. Breakfast selection was very good."
United States
Tim
The price is ļæ„13,336
ļæ„14,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn Story City
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

4. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,431 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff"
United States
Kristin
The price is ļæ„13,670
ļæ„15,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable bed, comfortable fold out sofa bed, friendly staff"
United States
Kristina
The price is ļæ„12,797
ļæ„14,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

6. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Good place to spend the night. The pool and hot tube were clean and warmer than most other hotels we have stayed at. Breakfast was good. No issues."
United States
Sanjeeva
The price is ļæ„11,707
ļæ„13,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
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7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay. No pool, but that's ok."
United States
Kathleen
The price is ļæ„10,642
ļæ„11,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (746 reviews)
"Breakfast was great"
United States
Kim
The price is ļæ„14,954
ļæ„16,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,052 reviews)
"I have stayed here several times and is always perfect."
United States
Gregory J
The price is ļæ„12,865
ļæ„14,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a brick facade.

10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (844 reviews)
"The stay was nice, beds were comfortable."
United States
rick
The price is ļæ„14,739
ļæ„16,508 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
A modern living room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

11. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, value, breakfast"
United States
Bertis
The price is ļæ„9,968
ļæ„11,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sonesta Essential Ames
An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

12. Best Western Holiday Manor

Best Western Holiday Manor
2.5 star property
Newton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Easy access off I80. Room was clean- great free breakfast. Staff friendly and plenty of parking"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ļæ„15,688
ļæ„17,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Holiday Manor
A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff were friendly and helpful."
United States
Rosalee
The price is ļæ„14,121
ļæ„15,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

14. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"Great location. Clean room, lobby and breakfast area. Justin at the front desk is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!"
United States
Brandi
The price is ļæ„12,696
ļæ„14,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, stone pillars, and a sign for Cobblestone Inn & Suites.

15. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
2.5 star property
Boone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (482 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
William
The price is ļæ„15,062
ļæ„16,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

16. My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
Altoona
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean & beds are comfortable! Will definitely stay again if in the area"
United States
becky
The price is ļæ„11,981
ļæ„13,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
A modern building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

17. AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola

AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola
3.0 star property
Osceola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (679 reviews)
"Very nice, quaint hotel with friendly staff!"
United States
William
The price is ļæ„15,896
ļæ„17,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola
An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a grassy area with trees.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great staff at a great location for bikers!"
United States
Gayle
The price is ļæ„14,010
ļæ„15,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

19. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,320 reviews)
"Breakfast fantastic!"
United States
Wayne
The price is ļæ„12,837
ļæ„14,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

20. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
Ankeny
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"New hotel and everything worked great!"
United States
Kristi
The price is ļæ„12,837
ļæ„14,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
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Vacation Rentals in Central Iowa

Aparthotel
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Cute little area, close to downtown. Parking is close - do not risk parking on the road!"
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
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Hotels recommended for families in Central Iowa

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002)
The price is ļæ„12,710
ļæ„14,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
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Jordan Creek Town Center

9.2/10 (1,624 reviews)
You can enjoy retail therapy at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Nothing"
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
The price is ļæ„9,350 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
ļæ„9,350
ļæ„10,947 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees

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