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Our top choices for Central Iowa holiday rentals

Dining

The Retreat on Harding

The Retreat on Harding
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Hosts were very responsive in providing info, apartment was vey clean and had everything I needed"
United States
Derek S.
The price is HK$623
HK$1,249 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
The Retreat on Harding
Smart TV

Sherman Hill Hide-a-way

Sherman Hill Hide-a-way
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Good stay."
United States
Nick & Heather W.
The price is HK$400
HK$1,388 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Sherman Hill Hide-a-way
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Very comfy place to stay"
United States
Mattson J.
The price is HK$659
HK$1,265 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Exterior

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Was a cute spot to stay for the night! "
United States
Jason K.
The price is HK$535
HK$1,021 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Dining

Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping

Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping
Bloomfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"We truly enjoyed staying at the Steckel Carriage House during our trip to Bloomfield! The hosts were incredibly kind and made sure we had everything we could need! Thank you for making our trip a great one! "
United States
Kerry M.
The price is HK$784
HK$1,054 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping
Property grounds

Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.

Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
NEW VIRGINIA
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"This place was so incredibly cute. We loved our little getaway for our first anniversary and we had everything we needed and more. Thank you for providing such a great place, we’ll definitely be back!!"
United States
Genevieve P.
The price is HK$767
HK$1,340 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Cute tiny home with everything you need!

Cute tiny home with everything you need!
Cedar Falls
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"So cozy and comfy!"
United States
Jenny C.
The price is HK$699
HK$1,643 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Cute tiny home with everything you need!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Boone
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Clean fun place to stay"
United States
Alex T.
The price is HK$529
HK$1,076 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Exterior

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"This was a great location at a reasonable price. It definitely met our needs and hopefully we will stay here often over the next 5/6 years!!"
United States
Cory M.
The price is HK$565
HK$1,186 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Smart TV

Journey Cabin II

Journey Cabin II
Rathbun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"It was perfect for our ice fishing trip. No complaints at all. "
United States
Dave D.
The price is HK$896
HK$1,765 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Journey Cabin II
Interior

The Urban Barn! private parking

The Urban Barn! private parking
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Perfect little cozy cabin! The one-bedroom space was clean and comfortable, and the hosts were great. We really enjoyed our stay."
United States
Barbara N.
The price is HK$431
HK$970 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
The Urban Barn! private parking
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house
Jefferson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Lindsey W.
The price is HK$882
HK$1,814 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house
Outdoor dining

The Little Red House

The Little Red House
Fairfield
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Beautiful house and very clean!!!"
United States
Kelli J.
The price is HK$769
HK$1,642 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
The Little Red House
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit

The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
Pella
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! Such a cute little house with all of the amenities!"
United States
Matthew and Jennifer S.
The price is HK$1,073
HK$2,177 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
Smart TV, books, computer monitors

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Very nicely decorated and comfortable. Lots of extras like creamer, coffee, drinks..."
United States
Kevin
The price is HK$902
HK$1,563 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Interior

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #2

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #2
Melrose
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
Jerry E.
The price is HK$1,176
HK$1,886 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #2
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.

Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.
Decatur City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"This place is perfect for our short fishing trip. Very clean, great location. Would stay again."
United States
MIKE L.
The price is HK$918
HK$1,458 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.
Exterior

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
West Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"The location was absolutely perfect being on the very edge of Des Moines. It was quiet, no city distractions and very private. The space was very clean and Clayton was very friendly and personable. We definitely would stay again!"
United States
Melissa C.
The price is HK$812
HK$1,393 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
Terrace/patio

The Artist's Secret Garden

The Artist's Secret Garden
Fairfield
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Owner and host are always great to work with. Very clean and a lovely place to stay. "
United Kingdom
Selena H.
The price is HK$784
HK$1,054 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Artist's Secret Garden
Smart TV

Historic Valley Junction Loft

Historic Valley Junction Loft
West Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"The property was in a great location and worked well for our overnight stay!"
United States
Melissa R.
The price is HK$766
HK$1,253 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Historic Valley Junction Loft
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Nice stay. Staff was helpful and working hard. They were thoughtful about our room placement and everything was clean."
Cassie 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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