Hotels in Central Iowa

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Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Lamoni
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Lamoni
2.5 star property
Lamoni
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (546 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Modern hotel with convenient amenities in Lamoni, near city park and golf course.
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Lamoni
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
2.5 star property
West Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Modern hotel near Jordan Creek Town Center with free breakfast and indoor pool.
The price is CNY670
CNY750 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Reception
Travelodge by Wyndham Lamoni
Travelodge by Wyndham Lamoni
2.0 star property
Lamoni
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (339 reviews)
The price is CNY559
CNY665 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Travelodge by Wyndham Lamoni
Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,173 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Convenient Des Moines hotel with complimentary airport transfers and breakfast.
The price is CNY590
CNY661 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby
Evergreen Inn
Evergreen Inn
2.5 star property
Osceola
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (699 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Quaint motel near Osceola train station with free parking and helpful staff service.
The price is CNY380
CNY426 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Evergreen Inn
Exterior
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge
2.5 star property
Fort Dodge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (429 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Relaxed Iowa getaway with pool close to local attractions and friendly staff.
The price is CNY453
CNY507 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge
Exterior
AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola
AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola
2.5 star property
Osceola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
The price is CNY704
CNY789 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola
Gift shop
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
2.5 star property
Norwalk
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
The price is CNY589
CNY659 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
Reception
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Greater South Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Wake up to quiet mornings and free airport shuttles, just minutes from Des Moines.
The price is CNY787
CNY881 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Indoor pool
Best Western Holiday Manor
Best Western Holiday Manor
2.5 star property
Newton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Enjoy serene comfort in Newton with easy access to local attractions and businesses.
The price is CNY645
CNY723 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Best Western Holiday Manor
Lobby
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (694 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Splash into comfort at this Altoona hotel with indoor pool and Adventureland nearby.
The price is CNY672
CNY752 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Indoor pool
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
Ankeny
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (315 reviews)
The price is CNY683
CNY765 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
Casino
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
3.0 star property
Jefferson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (421 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Luck and leisure await at this Iowa casino hotel with indoor pool and free breakfast.
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
Exterior
Lakeside Inn
Lakeside Inn
3.0 star property
Clear Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (712 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Discover Clear Lake comfort at a hotel where helpful staff awaits your arrival.
The price is CNY491
CNY550 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Lakeside Inn
Restaurant
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa
2.5 star property
Ottumwa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (272 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Recharge in Ottumwa with convenient train access and a refreshing indoor pool.
The price is CNY822
CNY920 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Convenient base with pools near Jordan Creek Town Center and free perks.
The price is CNY690
CNY773 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
2.5 star property
Clear Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stay comfortably near Clear Lake attractions with free breakfast and indoor pool.
The price is CNY557
CNY624 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
Exterior
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80
2.5 star property
Grinnell
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (501 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Convenient I-80 hotel with pool and hot tub near Arbor Lake awaits.
The price is CNY553
CNY619 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Comfort Inn & Suites Grinnell near I-80
Exterior
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
3.0 star property
Cedar Falls
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (540 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Enjoy Cedar Falls performing arts and aquatic center in this welcoming hotel.
The price is CNY690
CNY773 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Greater South Side
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,750 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Serene airport retreat with quiet rooms offers easy access to downtown Des Moines.
The price is CNY454
CNY508 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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Lakeside Inn

Lakeside Inn

Lakeside Inn
3.0 star property
Clear Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (712 reviews)
We have 5 left at
The price is CNY491
per night
CNY550 total
includes taxes & fees
Lakeside Inn
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Lakeside Inn

Lakeside Inn

Lakeside Inn
3.0 star property
Clear Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (712 reviews)
We have 5 left at
The price is CNY491
per night
CNY550 total
includes taxes & fees
Lakeside Inn
Showing deals for:Mar 27 - Mar 29
Indoor pool
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,267 reviews)
CNY226 off
The price is CNY1,019
per night
CNY2,282 total
includes taxes & fees
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

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Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge

Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge

Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge
2.5 star property
Fort Dodge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (429)
The price is CNY453
CNY507 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge
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.
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Jordan Creek Town Center

4.5/5 (922 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Jordan Creek Town Center when in West Des Moines. Splash some more cash at Jordan West and Bridgewood Plaza.
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Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area

Iowa State Fairgrounds

4.3/5 (512 reviews)
Iowa State Fairgrounds is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from central Des Moines, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Iowa State Fairgrounds, you'll love Des Moines Civic Center and Science Center of Iowa, both located nearby.
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Learn more about Central Iowa

Central Iowa is applauded for its festivals and live music with such cultural attractions as Brunnier Art Museum and Stephens Auditorium. This family-friendly city has something for everyone including its sports, restaurants, and sights like Haunting at Farrar and Grimes Farm and Conservation Center.

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Des Moines Botanical Center showing modern architecture

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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was perfect. Staff was great. Restaurant was very good. "
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

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