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Top Romantic Central Iowa Hotels

Des Lux Hotel

800 Locust St Des Moines IA

1 hour drive from Iowa State University

Book a stay at this romantic hotel, featuring spa services and a hot tub. Couples will appreciate the lobby fireplace, romance packages, and bar.

9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,039 reviews)

Couples like: onsite spa services, happy hour, hot tub, romance packages available

Travelers say...

Beautiful rooms with a ton of character. Fireplace was a nice touch.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!

Nashua IA

2 hours drive from Iowa State University

A hot tub, a waterfront location, and more await visiting couples at this romantic cabin.

9.8/10 Exceptional! (332 reviews)

Clean Kitchen was great for cooking in. Plenty of towels Host was responsive.Nice pillowsSmelled good

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Americas Best Value Inn Story City

1520 Broad Street Story City IA

28 min drive from Iowa State University

Soaking tubs, onsite dining, and more await visiting couples at this romantic hotel.

7.2/10 Good! (288 reviews)

Spotless

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

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