Best Central Iowa Hotels in 2026 from HK$437 - Fully Refundable Options

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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.

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

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

1. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Ames

Mandy

HK$742

HK$831 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

2. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Rachelle

HK$807

HK$904 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A modern lobby with seating areas, a large TV screen, and a staircase.

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.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Ames

Michelle

HK$722

HK$808 total

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

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

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.

4. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ames

Katsuya

HK$769

HK$862 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

5. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Johnston

Maureen

HK$641

HK$718 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

6. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Ames

Douglas

HK$600

HK$672 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

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

7. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Melissa

HK$660

HK$739 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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.

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

8. Comfort Inn Story City

Story City

keith

HK$732

HK$820 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Boone

Kim

HK$784

HK$878 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue armchairs, and a bar area.

10. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Altoona

Michael

HK$706

HK$791 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

11. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills

Robert

HK$700

HK$784 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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.

12. Best Western Holiday Manor

Newton

Kendra

HK$776

HK$870 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 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 hotel lobby with a sofa, two armchairs, a small table, and a laptop on a desk.

A reception desk with illuminated panels, a wooden reception desk, and a wall-mounted clock.

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

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

Marshalltown

Jeffrey

HK$808

HK$905 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.

A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.

14. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Greater South Side

Jayson

HK$756

HK$847 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

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

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

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

15. Qube Hotel

Polk City

Frank

HK$635

HK$751 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a lifeguard on duty sign, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant with wooden chairs and tables, a coffee machine, and a chalkboard menu.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, a staircase, and a balcony.

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Iowa Falls

Iowa Falls

Sarah

HK$1,022

HK$1,144 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a sun clock.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sectional sofa, a red armchair, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed artwork on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Cedar Falls

dave

HK$669

HK$780 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A couple walking through an outdoor area with a modern building in the background.

A modern building with large windows and a well-maintained lawn with outdoor furniture.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a long sofa, and several colorful chairs.

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

18. Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

Cedar Falls

Trina

HK$894

HK$1,001 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

19. Wildwood Lodge

Clive

Kristian

HK$784

HK$878 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

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

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

Ankeny

Jessica

HK$662

HK$742 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 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 living room with a blue sofa, orange and green vases, and yellow chairs.

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.

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

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

A modern dining area with a white table, a woven placemat, and a neon sign.

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 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 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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Stay near popular Central Iowa attractions

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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"In the process of some painting updates."

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Room exactly as described wonderful atmosphere"

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was wonderful will definitely be back"

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly & helpful staff. Large room. Shuttle to airport & breakfast starting @ 4:30a"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for one night and it was amazing. The room was clean and the staff were so respectful and helpful!"

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is our favorite when visiting Ames. The location is ideal. The staff is friendly and always been helpful. The rooms are modern and clean. The restaurant and bar are very convenient if you don't want to leave the property to seek out food/drinks. We have not used the amenities such as weight room, pool, etc. so I can't speak to that."

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

8/10 Good

"location. street parking"

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The staff does not dress professionally, but don't let that fool you. They do a great job."

More cheap stays in Central Iowa

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

HK$391

HK$437 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

4940 NE 14th Street Des Moines IA

HK$439

HK$492 total

10 Oct - 11 Oct

includes taxes & fees

5.8/10 (443 reviews)

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA

HK$518

HK$580 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA

HK$533

HK$621 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA

HK$641

HK$718 total

21 Oct - 22 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (826 reviews)

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA

HK$766

HK$858 total

8 Oct - 9 Oct

includes taxes & fees

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Our top choices for Central Iowa hotels

1. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

4. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

5. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

6. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

7. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

8. Comfort Inn Story City

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

10. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

11. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

12. Best Western Holiday Manor

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

14. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

15. Qube Hotel

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Iowa Falls

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

18. Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

19. Wildwood Lodge

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

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

Iowa State Fairgrounds

Jordan Creek Town Center

Iowa Events Center

Jack Trice Stadium

Casey's Center

Knoxville Raceway

Des Moines Civic Center

UNI-Dome

Learn more about Central Iowa

Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

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

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Des Lux Hotel

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

More cheap stays in Central Iowa

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

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