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A modern living room with a black sofa, round coffee table, and a green wall with a 'Welcome' sign.

1. Cozy Boho-Chic Downtown 2BD/2BR - Downtown DSM

Cozy Boho-Chic Downtown 2BD/2BR - Downtown DSM
Downtown Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"The owner was very quick in responding when I had any questions. We stayed here and walked to the Casey’s Center for a concert. Parking was easy. Loft was very clean. Check in and check out was very easy. No complaints at all. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Jana
The price is ￥11,508
￥29,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Cozy Boho-Chic Downtown 2BD/2BR - Downtown DSM
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and large windows with city views.

2. Downtown Dream 2br w/ City Views 2 blocks to Court

Downtown Dream 2br w/ City Views 2 blocks to Court
Downtown Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"This is an excellent host to work with, price and cleanliness top notch! Definitely recommend!!"
United States
Christine H.
The price is ￥13,370
￥32,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Downtown Dream 2br w/ City Views 2 blocks to Court
A wooden staircase leading to a kitchen with a 'WELCOME' sign.

3. The Urban Barn! private parking

The Urban Barn! private parking
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Cute little place for a solo traveler."
United States
Jill R.
The price is ￥8,699
￥19,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The Urban Barn! private parking
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a sofa and coffee table.

4. City Oasis 2br w/ Skyline Views

City Oasis 2br w/ Skyline Views
Downtown Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
"Great condo in a fantastic location. We really enjoyed our week long stay!"
United States
Jhie G.
The price is ￥14,216
￥33,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
City Oasis 2br w/ Skyline Views
A modern building with the text "IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY" on the facade.

5. Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Clean and quiet"
United States
Garrett
The price is ￥10,795
￥20,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
A modern building with the text "IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY" on the facade.

6. Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Hosts were so sweet and the place was great!"
United States
Pamela W.
The price is ￥11,404
￥23,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

7. King Bed Smoking

King Bed Smoking
Bedford, IA
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (275 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay overall, great location near local spots we wanted to explore!"
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥5,769
￥6,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
King Bed Smoking
A hot tub with a wooden deck and chairs, surrounded by trees and a lake.

8. Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
Nashua
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (359 reviews)
"we had an excellent stay"
United States
Jennifer N.
The price is ￥30,843
￥55,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a view, and a large window.

9. The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View

The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View
Downtown Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"The apartment was very clean, well decorated, and in a great area. I'll be booking this one again on my next trip to Des Moines."
United States
Timothy
The price is ￥22,966
￥46,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View
A spacious living room with a sofa, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Designer Downtown Condo Suite - Splendid View

Designer Downtown Condo Suite - Splendid View
Downtown Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"When in town for event at The Civic Center, it was completely convenient. Comfortable and we saved money by being able to prepare some meals in the condo. Nice view of downtown, skywalk access was appreciated because it was raining. Great communications, fair price, clean and cozy. We will be back."
United States
Douglas
The price is ￥15,659
￥32,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Designer Downtown Condo Suite - Splendid View
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

11. Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Boone
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Great place to stay at!"
United States
Mary E.
The price is ￥10,676
￥21,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
A room with a bench, a wall-mounted coat rack, and a decorative sign.

12. Ranch styled home, in a quiet neighborhood, totally remodeled in 2020.

Ranch styled home, in a quiet neighborhood, totally remodeled in 2020.
Bellevue
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (128 reviews)
"Attractive home"
United States
Rene' L.
The price is ￥13,381
￥31,993 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ranch styled home, in a quiet neighborhood, totally remodeled in 2020.
A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a deck.

13. Located across the road of West Lake Okoboji. 8 beds. Room for parking trailers

Located across the road of West Lake Okoboji. 8 beds. Room for parking trailers
Okoboji
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Clean, good parking, great communication with host, nice kitchen area, lots of seating"
United States
Kyah T.
The price is ￥14,235
￥19,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Located across the road of West Lake Okoboji. 8 beds. Room for parking trailers
A snow-covered deck with a railing, a lamp post, and leafless trees in the background.

14. Mr. Rogers River View

Mr. Rogers River View
Guttenberg
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Great spot!"
United States
Shawn
The price is ￥17,794
￥27,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Mr. Rogers River View
A room with a red leather sofa, a vintage bathtub, and large windows with curtains.

15. The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.

The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.
Downtown Decorah
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"We have stayed at this property a number of times and as always it was great."
United States
Scott W.
The price is ￥17,082
￥31,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Nest: Beautiful Apartment Style Lodging In The Heart Of Downtown Decorah.
A two-story brick building with a wooden pergola and a front door.

16. 1129#1- Market view studio/steps Millwork district

1129#1- Market view studio/steps Millwork district
Downtown Dubuque
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Clean rooms, comfortable bed, excellent location, communicative host."
United States
Berta Y.
The price is ￥11,072
￥25,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
1129#1- Market view studio/steps Millwork district
A brown building with a porch, a white door, and a window.

17. Cozy1 -bedroom cottage with AC in charming Marquette. 1 blk to public boat ramp

Cozy1 -bedroom cottage with AC in charming Marquette. 1 blk to public boat ramp
Marquette
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
The price is ￥17,794
￥23,474 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Cozy1 -bedroom cottage with AC in charming Marquette. 1 blk to public boat ramp
A spacious living room with a gray couch, a gray rug, and a wooden floor. There are large windows with a view of the outdoors.

18. Cozy Beach Cottage. Great lake views. Lake access! Sleeps 6 efficiently.

Cozy Beach Cottage. Great lake views. Lake access! Sleeps 6 efficiently.
Storm Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay .. great location— nice fire pit - fold out mattresses are very uncomfortable— cozy/clean cottage overall .. will recommend "
United States
Denise M.
The price is ￥21,353
￥27,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Cozy Beach Cottage. Great lake views. Lake access! Sleeps 6 efficiently.
A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a black metal shelf.

19. Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt

Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt
Fort Madison
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Nicholas H.
The price is ￥9,743
￥23,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Stay in this Unique SE Iowa Apt
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a glass dining table, and black chairs.

20. 1157#5-Urban Oasis: Steps from Millwork district

1157#5-Urban Oasis: Steps from Millwork district
Downtown Dubuque
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"This is our 3rd time staying in on of Ken’s properties. Always clean,, plenty of room, and great directions for parking and getting into the rental. The location is perfect and close to everything downtown Dubuque."
United States
Kerrie R.
The price is ￥11,863
￥27,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
1157#5-Urban Oasis: Steps from Millwork district
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent
"Super convenient for our conference."
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