Top 10 Hotels in Central Iowa, IA from ￥8,928 - Competitive Prices

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A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

1. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills

Michael

￥14,967

￥16,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a large artwork on the wall.

An outdoor seating area with stone walls, a fire pit, and modern furniture.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining space, and a large window providing natural light.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

Ames

Judith

￥16,193

￥18,135 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.

3. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Greater South Side

Jan

￥17,200

￥19,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.

A brick building with a covered entrance and a car parked in front.

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

John

￥10,950

￥12,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and two brown sofas.

A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette.

5. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Forest City

Joan

￥14,152

￥15,851 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weight machine.

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a bench, and a wall-mounted mirror.

6. Crossroads Hotel and Event Center

Fort Dodge

Stacie

￥9,675

￥10,836 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a wooden desk, and a dining area.

A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Clive

￥13,199

￥14,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A swimming pool with a 4' 12" depth, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A lobby with blue armchairs, a wooden table, and a brick wall.

8. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Mary

￥14,895

￥16,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern living room with a stone wall fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a bar area with a television, and a large painting.

A breakfast bar with a refrigerator, a display case, and a toaster.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a nightstand.

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites – Fort Dodge

Fort Dodge

Carolyn

￥12,647

￥15,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, a cash register, and bar stools.

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a building with multiple floors and windows.

A coffee shop interior with a menu board, a bakery display case, and a counter with a cash register.

A lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, a TV, red sofas, and two lamps.

10. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Osceola

Sandra

￥11,525

￥15,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

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

Ankeny

Dave

￥12,538

￥14,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

12. Wildwood Lodge

Clive

Paul

￥18,430

￥20,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

13. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Ames

Craig

￥15,810

￥17,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A building entrance with a stone facade and a covered walkway.

A restaurant with multiple tables and booths, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a decorative wall mural.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with a floral mural.

A hotel lobby with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small table with a remote, and two sofas with a wooden table and chairs in the foreground.

14. Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge

Fort Dodge

Kody

￥12,111

￥13,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern conference room with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

15. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Johnston

Annette

￥14,449

￥16,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

A lobby with a large banner of Iowa State University Central Campus, seating area with sofas and tables, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hallway with a red carpet leading to a restaurant named "The Iowa Stater Restaurant."

A modern hotel room with a central seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

16. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ames

Myleah

￥14,703

￥16,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn Express.

A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

17. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

JAVIER

￥10,206

￥11,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, seating areas, and a staircase.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

18. Best Western Holiday Manor

Newton

Madonna

￥15,847

￥17,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, under a wooden ceiling with large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a sofa, and a chair.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by tiled flooring and a 'No Running' sign.

19. Baymont by Wyndham Pella

Pella

Lawrence

￥11,160

￥12,499 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

A swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, surrounded by chairs and tables.

A Sonesta Essential Hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

20. Sonesta Essential Ames

Ames

Jeanne

￥11,158

￥12,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Vacation Rentals in Central Iowa

Aparthotel

A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, orange and green vases, and yellow chairs.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dark wood cabinets, a built-in TV, and stainless steel appliances.

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, large windows with blinds, and a potted plant on the table.

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines

"The apartment was perfect for what we needed. Very reasonable price with excellent value. ."

Apartment

A house with a red double door, a stone pillar, and a window with a decorative design.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a dish rack.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a chair.

2 Mi to Main St: Newton Guest House

Newton

Cottage

A kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee maker, and a bowl of fruit on the counter.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug. There is a window with blinds, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There are windows and a door leading to another room.

Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

Drake

Cottage

A compact, multi-level living space with a loft bedroom, kitchen, and seating area.

A compact living space with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, a kitchenette in the background, and a sloped ceiling with recessed lighting.

A dining area with a round table, black chairs, and a vase with yellow flowers.

Quaint Montezuma Cabin Near Lake Ponderosa!

Montezuma

"Great stay. Nice roomy place to stay. Stayed nice and cool during hot summer. Had a small issue and Kelly fixed it right away. Definitely will stay here again. "

Cottage

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and bar stools.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, an oven, and a dining area with two stools.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a coffee maker, a sink, and a dining table with benches.

Charming Iowa Abode Near Knoxville Raceway!

Knoxville

"There are no pet friendly hotels in Knoxville so we were very happy to find this pretty house for our stay when back for a family funeral. Pros: ample parking, good location, very clean, large space, nice kitchen, large yard, DISH TV, pet friendly, rapid response from owner, sleeps multiple people Cons: sleeps multiple people but only 1 key provided, couches don’t face TV, 2 BRs have no doors so there is privacy only for people in upstairs BR, outlet in basement bath not working "

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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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Iowa State Fairgrounds

8.8/10 (945 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Iowa Events Center

8.8/10 (573 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Principal Park

8.6/10 (133 reviews)

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.

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Iowa State Capitol Building

9.0/10 (354 reviews)

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

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Casey's Center

8.8/10 (976 reviews)

Catch an event at Casey's Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Knoxville Raceway

9.2/10 (103 reviews)

Catch an event at Knoxville Raceway during your trip to Knoxville. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

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Jack Trice Stadium

9.4/10 (327 reviews)

Catch an event at Jack Trice Stadium during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful old hotel was very quiet. Bed was super comfortable, loved the historic lighting, shower, attention to detail."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The entire hotel was amazing. Our room was immaculate and comfortable. Huge bathroom. Loved the fireplace. The decorations were unique and stylish. Even our time in the hot tub was good. One of the better hotels I've stayed at in years. The breakfast is what a usual hotel breakfast was, before everybody else went cheap."

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good

"The daytime staff were very friendly and helpful. The desk clerk on third shift seemed upset that I interrupted her nap. On previous visits my room was in good condition. Not so on this trip. One of the mattresses was so bowed that if you slept on that side,you would roll out of bed. Also, several of our electrical outlets did not work."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and I loved the sink and mirror separate from the toilet and shower. Good AC. I do wish there were more choices to watch on the television. Very nice breakfast! Very kind staff"

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was great selection of food, good coffee."

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great location nice staff"

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The break fast and snack were good"

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly at check in and out"

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Staff was helpful with recommendations and accommodations. Rooms were clean and well tidy. Pool could use a little more tlc."

More cheap stays in Central Iowa

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

￥7,971

￥8,928 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (1,030 reviews)

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA

￥10,950

￥12,264 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,821 reviews)

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA

￥14,449

￥16,183 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (792 reviews)

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA

￥15,638

￥17,515 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,886 reviews)

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2500 University Blvd. Ames IA

￥15,810

￥17,707 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

Best Western Holiday Manor

208 W 4th St North Newton IA

￥15,847

￥17,750 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

includes taxes & fees

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Our top choices for Central Iowa hotels

1. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

3. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

5. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

6. Crossroads Hotel and Event Center

7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

8. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites – Fort Dodge

10. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

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

12. Wildwood Lodge

13. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

14. Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge

15. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

16. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

17. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

18. Best Western Holiday Manor

19. Baymont by Wyndham Pella

20. Sonesta Essential Ames

Vacation Rentals in Central Iowa

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

2 Mi to Main St: Newton Guest House

Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

Quaint Montezuma Cabin Near Lake Ponderosa!

Charming Iowa Abode Near Knoxville Raceway!

Stay near popular Central Iowa attractions

Jordan Creek Town Center

Iowa State Fairgrounds

Iowa Events Center

Principal Park

Iowa State Capitol Building

Casey's Center

Knoxville Raceway

Jack Trice Stadium

Learn more about Central Iowa

Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Des Lux Hotel

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Wildwood Lodge

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

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Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Holiday Manor

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