3 Star Hotels in Central Iowa, Iowa

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out
    calendar shield illustration

    Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation
    deals illustration

    Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in
    bed illustration

    Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Central Iowa 3 Star Hotels

Top Central Iowa 3 Star Hotels

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1127)
"Great place to stay."
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1017)
"Very nice place "
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Des Lux Hotel
Property entrance

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1023)
"Best place I've ever stayed at!"
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Des Lux Hotel
Lakeside Hotel Casino
Restaurant

Lakeside Hotel Casino

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1014)
"The hotel was located at a point on our drive that fit our needs perfectly. Excellent front desk assistant."
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Lakeside Hotel Casino
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Free daily buffet breakfast

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1032)
"Short stay, but nice!"
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Indoor pool

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1587)
"Great room and a nice breakfast. "
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Indoor pool

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (606)
"The pool is great, and the staff is always friendly. The rooms are clean and nice too. I thinks its a great hotel for the price! The pool will definitely keep us coming back!"
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Exterior

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

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1021)
"Great place to stay"
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
View from property

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (940)
"Room was great, staff checking me in was very friendly. "
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty)

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1022)
"Great breakfast after a great stay"
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"First time at Hyatt Place and it was great. Front desk was great and room was fine. "
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1016)
"Nice hotel and clean room "
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1077)
"Outstanding staff, food and location!"
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Food options were good in the hotel restaurant, nice pool, comfy beds"
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
Indoor pool, open 6 AM to 11 PM, pool loungers

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"We enjoyed our stay the staff was courteous "
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Free buffet breakfast

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

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Nice hotel convenient location "
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Front of property

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (900)
"Had an Amazing Stay at My Place Hotel A+++"
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
The Black Hawk Hotel
Front of property

The Black Hawk Hotel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (741)
"Beautiful property and spacious rooms. Loved the history and ambience of this property. "
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Black Hawk Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Lobby

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1018)
"Awsome place. Will stay there again "
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Lobby sitting area

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (746)
"Very nice place"
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Explore similar 4-star hotels

Many 4-star hotels have the same amenities as 3-star hotels. See all 4-star hotels in Central Iowa.
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The price is €137 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
€137
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,037 reviews)
Still don't see what you're looking for?
See all properties in Central Iowa.
You can also use these popular filters to refine your search.
PoolSpaHot tubBreakfast includedWaterpark
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Learn more about Central Iowa

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

See all hotels in Central Iowa
Iowa State University showing heritage architecture and a lake or waterhole

Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean. Excellent stay. Easy access to University, Reiman Gardens and interstate. "
Heather 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Central Iowa?
If you're travelling to Des Moines for a Central Iowa getaway, you'll find some cosy and convenient 3-star hotels. Many Expedia travellers opt for Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown. Around 0.16 kilometres east of the downtown area, it features hypo-allergenic bedding and a wet bar. Another highly recommended choice is Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel. Settle in here and make use of a barbecue grill and a swimming pool, and be around 0.32 kilometres northeast of the centre.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Central Iowa?
Experience the perfect trifecta of comfort, affordability and quality at a 3-star hotel in Central Iowa with our filters. Enter your dates of travel and then tailor your search based on the amount you want to pay per night.

  • Search for the lowest price per night right now from €102

What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Central Iowa?
Stay at a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to tidy and comfortable rooms and amenities such as free WiFi, gym equipment and coffee and tea facilities. These lodgings may also offer an on-site bar and restaurant. Elevate your Central Iowa trip by locking in a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness area, round-the-clock room service and premium toiletries, you'll enjoy a heightened level of relaxation and comfort.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Explore a world of travel with Expedia