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A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A lobby with blue armchairs, a wooden table, and a brick wall.

A lobby with a fireplace, green and blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a wall-mounted lamp.

1. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Mary

AU$155

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

A lobby with a large banner of Iowa State University Central Campus, seating area with sofas and tables, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hallway with a red carpet leading to a restaurant named "The Iowa Stater Restaurant."

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

2. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ames

Myleah

AU$142

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a large artwork on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden cabinetry, a self-service beverage station, and a staircase leading to another level.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining space, and a large window providing natural light.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

Ames

Judith

AU$158

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel reception area with a counter, framed pictures, and a vending machine.

A snack display area with shelves stocked with various treats.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a stone facade, a large illuminated sign, and a number 2100 displayed above the entrance.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Ames

Michelle

AU$154

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a television.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by tiled walls and wooden beams.

A Country Inn & Suites hotel with a large parking lot, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit entrance.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Ames

Melanie E

AU$133

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel corridor with a Coca-Cola vending machine and a water dispenser.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by seating areas and windows.

A buffet setup with various food items and a 'RISE & SHINE' sign on the wall.

6. Comfort Inn Story City

Story City

Connie

AU$144

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a mirror.

A swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, surrounded by chairs and tables.

7. Sonesta Essential Ames

Ames

Jeanne

AU$109

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a rack of dumbbells.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

8. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Ames

Craig

AU$154

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and a view through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a television, and a microwave.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a wooden staircase, and a blue mat with "American Inn" text.

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Ames

Jonathan

AU$147

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Stacey

AU$138

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Ames

Lynette

AU$120

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Ankeny

Dave

AU$136

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a parking lot.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, two armchairs, a small table, and a laptop on a desk.

A refrigerated display case with various beverages and a digital clock.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, multiple parking spaces, and a clear sky.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

Marshalltown

Bob

AU$177

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a view into the interior of a restaurant.

A dining table with decorative items, including a Buddha statue, candle, and vases.

A spacious room with a large table in the center, surrounded by chairs. The room has large windows with multiple views of the outdoors.

14. Qube Hotel

Polk City

clayton

AU$125

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

A Best Western Holiday Manor hotel with a large parking lot and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, seating areas, and a staircase.

15. Best Western Holiday Manor

Newton

Madonna

AU$155

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern conference room with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

16. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Johnston

Annette

AU$141

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and two brown sofas.

A modern building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.

17. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Forest City

Joan

AU$138

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a painting above the bed.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, large windows, and an exit sign.

A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a body of water and a grassy landscape.

18. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Newton

Shannon

AU$148

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

The exterior of the Diamond Jo Casino with a prominent illuminated sign, a covered entrance, and a flagpole with the American flag.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.

A modern interior with a staircase, fireplace, sofa, and chairs.

A hotel room with a round table, two patterned chairs, a floor lamp, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

19. Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel

Northwood

Zachary

AU$186

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, a cash register, and bar stools.

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a building with multiple floors and windows.

A lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, a TV, red sofas, and two lamps.

A coffee shop interior with a menu board, a bakery display case, and a counter with a cash register.

20. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Osceola

Sandra

AU$132

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Holiday Rentals in Central Iowa

Aparthotel

A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dark wood cabinets, a built-in TV, and stainless steel appliances.

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, large windows with blinds, and a potted plant on the table.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines

"The apartment was perfect for what we needed. Very reasonable price with excellent value. ."

Apartment

A house with a red double door, a stone pillar, and a window with a decorative design.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a dish rack.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a chair.

A dining area with a table set for four, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

2 Mi to Main St: Newton Guest House

Newton

Cottage

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There are windows and a door leading to another room.

A covered porch with a white chair, a small table, and a chair with a checkered pattern.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug. There is a window with blinds, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

Drake

Cottage

A compact, multi-level living space with a loft bedroom, kitchen, and seating area.

A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, a kitchenette in the background, and a sloped ceiling with recessed lighting.

A compact living space with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A small, single-story building with a metal roof and a front porch.

Quaint Montezuma Cabin Near Lake Ponderosa!

Montezuma

"Great stay. Nice roomy place to stay. Stayed nice and cool during hot summer. Had a small issue and Kelly fixed it right away. Definitely will stay here again. "

Cottage

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table and bar stools.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a coffee maker, a sink, and a dining table with benches.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Charming Iowa Abode Near Knoxville Raceway!

Knoxville

"There are no pet friendly hotels in Knoxville so we were very happy to find this pretty house for our stay when back for a family funeral. Pros: ample parking, good location, very clean, large space, nice kitchen, large yard, DISH TV, pet friendly, rapid response from owner, sleeps multiple people Cons: sleeps multiple people but only 1 key provided, couches don’t face TV, 2 BRs have no doors so there is privacy only for people in upstairs BR, outlet in basement bath not working "

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Stay near popular Central Iowa attractions

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Jordan Creek Town Center

9.2/10 (1,624 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Iowa State Fairgrounds

8.8/10 (945 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Iowa Events Center

8.8/10 (573 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Principal Park

8.6/10 (133 reviews)

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Iowa State Capitol Building

9.0/10 (354 reviews)

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

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Casey's Center

8.8/10 (976 reviews)

Catch an event at Casey's Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Knoxville Raceway

9.2/10 (103 reviews)

Catch an event at Knoxville Raceway during your trip to Knoxville. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

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Jack Trice Stadium

9.4/10 (327 reviews)

Catch an event at Jack Trice Stadium during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Delve into rural America in the heart of Iowa, where rolling farmland, the state capital and a wealth of cultural attractions await.

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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Central Iowa

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk girl was amazing!!!"

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Super cute property"

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay. There was a Panera Bread nearby."

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"Would definitely stay there again."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The room was spacious and clean. Staff very helpful and friendly. Free breakfast. Amazing views. Would highly recommend"

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely and cozy place to stay"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The entire hotel was amazing. Our room was immaculate and comfortable. Huge bathroom. Loved the fireplace. The decorations were unique and stylish. Even our time in the hot tub was good. One of the better hotels I've stayed at in years. The breakfast is what a usual hotel breakfast was, before everybody else went cheap."

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was amazing. A breakfast that you could actually fill up on. Very spacious rooms. Added bonus to the pool was that they had pool toys and float toys as well. Hot tub was small and not very hot but other than that it was a great stay"

More cheap accommodation in Central Iowa

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

AU$78

10 Sept - 11 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA

AU$110

10 Sept - 11 Sept

includes taxes & fees

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA

AU$141

6 Sept - 7 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (793 reviews)

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA

AU$153

6 Sept - 7 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,887 reviews)

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2500 University Blvd. Ames IA

AU$154

6 Sept - 7 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

Best Western Holiday Manor

208 W 4th St North Newton IA

AU$155

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

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Our top choices for Central Iowa hotels

1. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

2. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

6. Comfort Inn Story City

7. Sonesta Essential Ames

8. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

11. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

14. Qube Hotel

15. Best Western Holiday Manor

16. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

17. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

18. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

19. Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel

20. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Holiday Rentals in Central Iowa

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

2 Mi to Main St: Newton Guest House

Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

Quaint Montezuma Cabin Near Lake Ponderosa!

Charming Iowa Abode Near Knoxville Raceway!

Stay near popular Central Iowa attractions

Jordan Creek Town Center

Iowa State Fairgrounds

Iowa Events Center

Principal Park

Iowa State Capitol Building

Casey's Center

Knoxville Raceway

Jack Trice Stadium

Learn more about Central Iowa

Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Central Iowa

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Des Lux Hotel

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

More cheap accommodation in Central Iowa

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Holiday Manor

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