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Our top choices for Polk City vacation rentals

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Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cabin in Nevada

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"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 ￥9,826
￥19,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Cozy Cottage Near Downtown Walkable to Dining and Boutique Shopping

Cottage in Woodland Heights

Cozy Cottage Near Downtown Walkable to Dining and Boutique Shopping
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Great location with a cozy, clean, pet-friendly cottage. Had everything we needed. Will stay here again."
United States
Jeff C.
The price is ￥13,335
￥35,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Cozy Cottage Near Downtown Walkable to Dining and Boutique Shopping
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Cabin in Nevada

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Very well done use of space, perfect for what we needed "
United States
Dan O.
The price is ￥11,245
￥23,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Terrace/patio
Chic Des Moines 1BR with Amenities & Prime Location

Apartment in Downtown Des Moines

Chic Des Moines 1BR with Amenities & Prime Location
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Awesome !!"
United States
Heather
The price is ￥7,799
￥21,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Chic Des Moines 1BR with Amenities & Prime Location
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Vacation Home in Ames

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Excellent stay! Highly recommended "
United States
Laura C.
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Terrace/patio
Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking

Apartment in Downtown Des Moines

Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"This was a great place, clean, comfortable and location is amazing."
United States
Krystal D.
The price is ￥10,200
￥27,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 Min to Adventureland and Casino - Fenced in yard

Vacation Home in Altoona

5 Min to Adventureland and Casino - Fenced in yard
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"This little house was perfect for our holiday weekend! Quiet neighborhood (even during fireworks) and easily accessible in Altoona. Property manager was easy to communicate with! Thanks for the great place to stay!"
United States
Krista D.
The price is ￥10,402
￥40,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
5 Min to Adventureland and Casino - Fenced in yard
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Sleepover: Impressive Studio and Gym - Des Moines

Apartment in Drake

Sleepover: Impressive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"The place was located right next door to Drake which made doing a campus visit easily walkable and so were restaurants. Found parking on the street nearby and didn’t have to move the car until checkout. "
United States
Thomas
The price is ￥9,686
￥29,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Sleepover: Impressive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Sleepover: Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines

Apartment in Drake

Sleepover: Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Clean and quiet for our stay. "
United States
Jackie
The price is ￥9,686
￥29,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Sleepover: Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Vacation Home in Ames

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Comfy and clean house. Excellent shower "
United States
Lori M.
The price is ￥14,817
￥27,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29, 2026
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Outdoor dining
Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown

Vacation Home in Greater South Side

Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Great location and had everything we needed! "
United States
Cooper R.
The price is ￥14,037
￥37,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Good Vibes 2-Bedroom Apartment in Waukee - Central Location & Modern Comforts

Apartment in Waukee

Good Vibes 2-Bedroom Apartment in Waukee - Central Location & Modern Comforts
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"The location was was close top everything that we needed. We were very impressed with the cleanliness of the condo!"
United States
Bill S.
The price is ￥14,739
￥37,996 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Good Vibes 2-Bedroom Apartment in Waukee - Central Location & Modern Comforts
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Spacious 2BR 2BA 3BD with Gorgeous Skyline View! Direct Skywalk Access too!

Condo in Downtown Des Moines

Spacious 2BR 2BA 3BD with Gorgeous Skyline View! Direct Skywalk Access too!
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"We were in town for the Des Moines marathon, and the location was perfect- a block from start/finish. Clean, garage parking, and key-less access was a plus. Great communication throughout booking and stay."
United States
Carole H.
The price is ￥10,138
￥37,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Spacious 2BR 2BA 3BD with Gorgeous Skyline View! Direct Skywalk Access too!
Private kitchen
Modern Comfort. Perfect location, close to I-80 and sparkling clean!

Vacation Home in Des Moines

Modern Comfort. Perfect location, close to I-80 and sparkling clean!
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (14)
"Good clean and close to fair grounds "
United States
Kyle D.
The price is ￥19,184
￥35,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Modern Comfort. Perfect location, close to I-80 and sparkling clean!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Historic Valley Junction Loft

Apartment in West Des Moines

Historic Valley Junction Loft
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"Great location, clean and comfy place. The location is charming, with a number of shops and restaurants next door. Would definitely stay here again. "
United States
Rebecca S.
The price is ￥14,084
￥23,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Historic Valley Junction Loft
Interior
Quiet Studio on Grand Ave - Heart of Downtown

Apartment in Downtown Des Moines

Quiet Studio on Grand Ave - Heart of Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Property was in a good location, street parking was very easy. Host was incredibly responsive and helpful. "
United States
Cameron W.
The price is ￥7,034
￥148,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Quiet Studio on Grand Ave - Heart of Downtown
Outdoor dining
Modern Oasis: 2-Story Loft, 2bd/2bth Downtown

Apartment in Downtown Des Moines

Modern Oasis: 2-Story Loft, 2bd/2bth Downtown
2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Perfect location and great accommodations "
United States
Stephanie W.
The price is ￥10,918
￥28,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Modern Oasis: 2-Story Loft, 2bd/2bth Downtown
Private kitchen
Brand New 2025 Home in Urbandale/Des Moines – Modern Comfort In Prime Location!

Vacation Home in Urbandale

Brand New 2025 Home in Urbandale/Des Moines – Modern Comfort In Prime Location!
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"This was the perfect spot to stay for a visit to our relatives in Urbandale. It was minutes away from their home which made it super convenient. The home was very clean and cozy. The owner was great with communication and made our stay easy. We will definitely rent here again next time we visit Urbandale!"
United States
Marci A.
Brand New 2025 Home in Urbandale/Des Moines – Modern Comfort In Prime Location!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
The Cozy Cottage - Entire house in Des Moines

Vacation Home in Greater South Side

The Cozy Cottage - Entire house in Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"This place worked for us 3 adults well. The beds were comfy and a quiet neighborhood. Wed stay there again. "
United States
Shelley B.
The price is ￥14,349
￥31,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Cozy Cottage - Entire house in Des Moines
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL!

Vacation Home in Urbandale

NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL!
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"Excellent property with a ton of amenities! Everything we needed was there and easy to find."
United States
Jacob F.
The price is ￥13,897
￥57,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL!
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Top Polk City Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

10/10 Excellent
"Fresh breakfast menu. Comfortable beds. Extremely clean room."
Tonia 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Polk City?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals near top attractions in Polk City, or you can go with a secluded option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Our travelers say Polk City has a good selection of restaurants. Make sure you have time to check out the golf courses and lake views during your trip.

What are some of the best vacation rentals that Polk City has to offer?

LUXURY GETAWAY! ARCADE, POOL TBL, PING PONG, HOT TUB, DECK! ACCESS TO POOLS!: This vacation home rental near Polk City is located next to a golf course and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. It offers a garden, a selection of games, and a hot tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation.

How many vacation rentals are there in Polk City?

Expedia has 4 vacation rentals for your stay in Polk City.

What’s there to see and do in Polk City?

Saylorville Lake and Oak Grove Recreation Area are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. While here, Big Creek State Park and Tournament Club of Iowa are other places worth a visit.

What’s a vacation rental in Polk City like?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can stay in for a few weeks or just a few days in Polk City. Vacation rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll have everything you need. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of safety away from shared hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular choice for small groups.