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Our top choices for Central Iowa vacation rentals

Exterior

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"The cabin was very clean and cozy. Close to Ames which was our reason for our visit. When we return next year, we will definitely see if this cabin is available for our stay. "
United States
Paul D.
The price is ￥10,900
￥20,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Smart TV

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay for our short stop in Ames! Great location and everything was super accessible!"
United States
Jennifer L.
The price is ￥12,298
￥24,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Exterior

Cozy pond house nestled in nature waiting for you to enjoy

Cozy pond house nestled in nature waiting for you to enjoy
Osceola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very clean and really nice place. The host is professional and kind. I would definitely stay again."
United States
Mike
The price is ￥16,745
￥26,792 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
Cozy pond house nestled in nature waiting for you to enjoy
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Sherman Hill Hide-a-way

Sherman Hill Hide-a-way
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Good stay."
United States
Nick & Heather W.
The price is ￥7,748
￥26,388 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Sherman Hill Hide-a-way
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit

The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
Pella
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"This was our fourth stay. We love the Rock House. It is a unique and historical cottage in an adorable Dutch town. "
United States
Wendy
The price is ￥22,426
￥44,078 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Cute tiny home with everything you need!

Cute tiny home with everything you need!
Cedar Falls
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"So cozy and comfy!"
United States
Jenny C.
The price is ￥13,511
￥32,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Cute tiny home with everything you need!
Property grounds

Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.

Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
NEW VIRGINIA
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (408 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful "
United States
Don and Kris M.
The price is ￥15,612
￥27,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA

The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA
Indianola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"This house has everything you can need along with amazing hosts! The house is cozy and comfortable with plenty of space to spread out and relax. Lori does a great job communicating with you and is so friendly! We will be staying again!"
United States
Krissy M.
The price is ￥21,561
￥30,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA
Outdoor spa tub

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
Nashua
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (337 reviews)
"A wonderful little hideaway for a weekends getaway in any season! "
United States
Shelby M.
The price is ￥25,154
￥49,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
Dining

Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping

Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping
Bloomfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"My second time staying at the Steckel carriage house and will look to stay there again when I am back in the Bloomfield area. Highly recommend to any family or couple visiting in the area!"
United States
Matt B.
The price is ￥15,971
￥21,465 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house
Jefferson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Lindsey W.
The price is ￥17,967
￥36,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house
Interior

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
Melrose
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Perfect for a quick stay while on a fishing trip. "
United States
Ryan D.
The price is ￥23,922
￥37,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
Smart TV, books, computer monitors

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great place, super convenient to everything you would want in Boone. I would absolutely stay here again."
United States
CHRISTIAN H.
The price is ￥18,367
￥31,661 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Outdoor dining

The Little Red House

The Little Red House
Fairfield
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"The house was clean spacious and comfortable "
United States
nathan b.
The price is ￥15,652
￥33,801 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 25 - Apr 26
The Little Red House
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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, (34 reviews)
"It was a nice clean place and would recommend if someone was in the area visiting or working."
United States
Lynn
The price is ￥10,765
￥21,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Exterior

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
West Des Moines
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"The location was absolutely perfect being on the very edge of Des Moines. It was quiet, no city distractions and very private. The space was very clean and Clayton was very friendly and personable. We definitely would stay again!"
United States
Melissa C.
The price is ￥16,530
￥28,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Ames
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"We only stayed for 1 night late in and out early the next morning, so the stay was a nice place to rest! The owners were very communicative which was appreciated."
United States
Doris S.
The price is ￥11,499
￥23,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
TV, video games, DVD player, books

BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance

BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance
Malcom
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"The hosts were very responsive to requests. It was a great experience. "
United States
Corinne K.
The price is ￥18,367
￥33,731 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance
Exterior

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
Boone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"Excellent location for a weekend stay of a family reunion at Ledges and golf at Honey Creek. We appreciated all the amenities. Will definitely be staying again. "
United States
Mark P.
The price is ￥25,873
￥32,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

8/10 Good
"The breakfast menu could have offered a variety of hot food. They just has eggs and ham."
Joyce 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

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