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

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

A swimming pool with a 4' 12" depth, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

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

1. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Rachelle

€91

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

A snack display area with shelves stocked with various treats.

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

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

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Ames

Dana

€98

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

3. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Ames

Douglas

€66

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, red chairs, a coffee table, two lamps, framed pictures on the wall, and a patterned rug.

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

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

4. Comfort Inn Story City

Story City

keith

€88

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

5. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Ames

Carol

€90

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 modern hotel room with a central seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

6. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ames

Jeffrey

€98

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

7. Sonesta Essential Ames

Ames

Bertis

€63

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a wall-mounted sign.

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.

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

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Melissa

€84

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious lobby with patterned armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk in the background.

A hotel bathroom with a large white bathtub, a sink, and a mirror. There is a brown leather sofa and a table in the adjacent living area.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a carpeted floor.

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables, a fire pit, and air conditioning units.

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Boone

Kim

€99

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A golf course with multiple ponds and a winding path.

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 hotel reception desk with a sign reading "QUBE HOTEL," a framed certificate, a digital screen, and a plant.

10. Qube Hotel

Polk City

Sheri

€85

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items, a bakery section, and a sign indicating the need for a pan.

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.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

Marshalltown

Jeffrey

€110

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

Ankeny

Todd

€84

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden ceiling beams, and multiple windows.

A kitchen with a chalkboard wall art, two wall-mounted lights, a microwave, a toaster, and a water dispenser.

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

A gym with weightlifting equipment, benches, and a red wall in the background.

13. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

Clear Lake

Jeffrey

€79

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A restaurant with multiple tables and booths, a bar area, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

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.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Johnston

Robin

€89

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a pool ladder, and a tiled floor.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, a large welcome sign, and a self-service kiosk.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Altoona

Christy

€111

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bright ceiling light fixture.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

Christopher

€88

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of the outside.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

17. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Ankeny

Kendra

€97

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

A white pergola with a view of a lake and trees.

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.

18. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Osceola

Ryan

€84

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a sign above the entrance, and a covered walkway.

A buffet setup with a bowl of oranges and a container of fruit.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a brown sofa, a small armchair, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A bar area with a stone wall, a TV mounted on the wall, and a refrigerator.

19. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

Winterset

Joseph

€117

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception desk with a wooden backdrop, a framed map, and a 'home' sign.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and toilet. There is a microwave on the left and a towel rack above the sink.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, a sink, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a ceiling fan, and two wall-mounted lights.

20. Evergreen Inn

Osceola

Md Masudur

€57

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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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 living room with a blue sofa, orange and green vases, and yellow chairs.

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

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

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

2 Mi to Main St: Newton Guest House

Newton

Holiday Home

A backyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, a fire pit, and a covered patio area.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden tray, and a kitchen area with bar stools.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and stainless steel appliances.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

The Palms Mirage House 3 Bedroom Home

Southwestern Hills

"The house is lovely for a weekend of meditation or connecting with nature, but I wouldn't recommend it for very outgoing families, as the local community is very sensitive about music. I actually felt stressed by the surrounding environment; in my view, renting a house implies having more freedom to have fun, but that wasn't the case here. Next time, I’d choose a hotel instead—I’d have a better time and save money, too."

Cottage

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

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

A dining area with a round table, black chairs, and a vase with yellow flowers.

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

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

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

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

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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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 lively festivals 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 lively festivals and great live music.

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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 lively festivals and great live music.

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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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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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UNI-Dome

8.8/10 (176 reviews)

Catch an event at UNI-Dome during your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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Des Moines Civic Center

8.8/10 (374 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Des Moines Civic Center during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and well kept. Convenient location."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Decor and bar were great- don’t forget your swimsuit - nice hot tub!"

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice.. great time"

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely front desk ladies. Room 101 was a suite and first impression was that it was very clean and the carpet was pristine. The room felt like a premium lodge/cabin and very homey with the heater on for us. Comfy bed. Soft sheets. Good pillows. Breakfast was light and good quality."

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Great locations if attending a concert at Casey’s Center"

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"I always appreciate rooms with ac/heat that have the option for “constant fan”"

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Good place to stay near the airport"

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"My check in was the smoothest, greatest check in ever. Stephan was was so kind and made every accommodation I requested. I week stay here again."

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good

"The hot tub wasn’t working but over all was a good stay"

More cheap stays in Central Iowa

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

€63

13 Oct - 14 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA

€65

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA

€71

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2500 University Blvd. Ames IA

€90

2 Nov - 3 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA

€94

24 Oct - 25 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA

€98

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,920 reviews)

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Our top choices for Central Iowa hotels

1. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

3. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

4. Comfort Inn Story City

5. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

6. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

7. Sonesta Essential Ames

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

10. Qube Hotel

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

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

13. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

17. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

18. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

19. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

20. Evergreen Inn

Holiday Rentals in Central Iowa

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

2 Mi to Main St: Newton Guest House

The Palms Mirage House 3 Bedroom Home

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

Casey's Center

Jack Trice Stadium

Knoxville Raceway

UNI-Dome

Des Moines Civic Center

Learn more about Central Iowa

Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Des Lux Hotel

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Wildwood Lodge

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

More cheap stays in Central Iowa

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

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