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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3.0 star property
Urbandale
5.6 out of 10, (665)
"Always fun to stay here , nice place it is a little old but still nice and fun for kids , main pool was nice and warm ! "
United States
Emily
The price is HK$535
HK$600 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

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, (1193)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Eileen
The price is HK$567
HK$636 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Great place to stay and the employees were super nice and helpful"
United States
Amy
The price is HK$695
HK$779 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Lakeside Hotel Casino

Lakeside Hotel Casino
3.0 star property
Osceola
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"We had a great time "
United States
Todd
The price is HK$493
HK$661 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Lakeside Hotel Casino

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"The hotel was very clean and close to shopping and restaurants."
United States
Janelle
The price is HK$770
HK$863 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1026)
"Beautiful and clean hotel with very friendly staff."
United States
Scott
The price is HK$1,157
HK$1,296 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Des Lux Hotel

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The hot tub was great and the beds were comfortable. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is HK$716
HK$802 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
3.5 star property
West Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Spotless room courteous personnel "
United States
Daniele
The price is HK$721
HK$807 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is HK$786
HK$880 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Everything was great"
United States
Diana
The price is HK$1,046
HK$1,207 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"The location was great."
United States
Sherri
The price is HK$778
HK$871 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
3.5 star property
Urbandale
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Always great at our favorite West Des Moines hotel! "
United States
Roland
The price is HK$1,015
HK$1,136 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1044)
"Great breakfast "
United States
Dustin
The price is HK$726
HK$814 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
Clive
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1209)
"Room was clean, all the staff was really friendly, & the continental breakfast was great!"
United States
Cady
The price is HK$725
HK$813 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Wildwood Lodge

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is HK$609
HK$683 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (957)
"Great location, clean, easy check in and check out. "
United States
Emily
The price is HK$1,050
HK$1,177 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
Altoona
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (944)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
LaDonna
The price is HK$627
HK$702 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1531)
"Place was really clean.. No complaints. Staff was nice upon check-in"
United States
scott
The price is HK$693
HK$776 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
3.0 star property
Clive
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Was a great stay and great price. "
United States
Roger
The price is HK$608
HK$682 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
3.0 star property
Clive
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Kirsten
The price is HK$507
HK$567 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
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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.
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