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Top Cheap Central Iowa Hotels

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

1 hour drive from Iowa State University

Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

7.8/10 Good! (699 reviews)

Staff is GREAT! Love to see the same staff from visit to visit.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Cozy Rest Motel

2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA

1 hour drive from Iowa State University

Stay at this motel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

7.6/10 Good! (650 reviews)

This was a no frills place to stay but the room was nice and the front desk guy was friendly. If you are looking for a cheap but nice place to stay, check them out.

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

Red Roof Inn Ames

1418 S Dayton Place Ames IA

5 min drive from Iowa State University

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

6/10 (851 reviews)

2 week stay, enjoyed breakfast nearly every day (waffle maker a big plus!). Nice and quiet during stay and room was clean and good service.

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

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