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Our top choices for Central Iowa holiday homes

Smart TV

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Everything was great about our stay! Great location close to campus and downtown. Very clean rental and great communication from host."
United States
Doug D.
The price is HK$863
HK$1,493 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Interior

Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi

Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi
Collins
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Great little place and quiet. Clean and everything in working order"
United States
Doug D.
The price is HK$812
HK$1,264 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi
Interior

Cozy 2-bedroom house in peaceful Colo with AC

Cozy 2-bedroom house in peaceful Colo with AC
Colo
The price is HK$1,012
HK$2,133 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Cozy 2-bedroom house in peaceful Colo with AC
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

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

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"The best house"
United States
Benjamin
The price is HK$863
HK$1,493 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Terrace/patio

Walk to ISU and Stadium with Fire Pit, Fenced Yard

Walk to ISU and Stadium with Fire Pit, Fenced Yard
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Great place to stay when visiting ISU. So close to all the action. "
United States
Melissa A.
The price is HK$1,396
HK$1,739 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Walk to ISU and Stadium with Fire Pit, Fenced Yard
Smart TV, books, computer monitors

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Very nicely decorated and comfortable. Lots of extras like creamer, coffee, drinks..."
United States
Kevin
The price is HK$902
HK$1,564 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 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$1,392 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
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A Private Boho-Modern Stay Minutes to Downtown w/ KING Bed and Hidden Nook!

A Private Boho-Modern Stay Minutes to Downtown w/ KING Bed and Hidden Nook!
Indianola Hills
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
United States
Dan A.
The price is HK$823
HK$1,748 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
A Private Boho-Modern Stay Minutes to Downtown w/ KING Bed and Hidden Nook!
Exterior

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
Boone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Would stay there again and highly recommend."
United States
Jill D.
The price is HK$1,568
HK$2,011 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
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, (411 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
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

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, (85 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$1,036
HK$2,074 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
Exterior

•Vibrant 4 bedroom house 2 king beds in Ankeny•

•Vibrant 4 bedroom house 2 king beds in Ankeny•
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"This was a very nice stay. The beds were very comfortable and the space was super clean. There was enough space for us, and it is in a very quiet and peaceful neighborhood."
United States
Annette V.
The price is HK$992
HK$2,209 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
•Vibrant 4 bedroom house 2 king beds in Ankeny•
Smart TV

Journey Cabin II

Journey Cabin II
Rathbun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Owner was great to work with, place is as described, plenty of parking, Friendly neighbors. Easily accessible"
United States
Shauna S.
The price is HK$988
HK$1,886 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Journey Cabin II
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

Retro themed 2-bedroom house in Boone The Retro Rambler is pet friendly!

Retro themed 2-bedroom house in Boone The Retro Rambler is pet friendly!
Boone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Clean, cute, quiet, comfortable furniture and bed. Very pet friendly. Host is very accommodating. "
United States
Beatrix B.
The price is HK$1,020
HK$1,889 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Retro themed 2-bedroom house in Boone The Retro Rambler is pet friendly!
Smart TV, offices

Chic 2BR Duplex Free Parking near Hospitals

Chic 2BR Duplex Free Parking near Hospitals
Des Moines
6.6 out of 10, (8 reviews)
"Very clean and inviting. Right across the street from a great bar/pizzaria. Very secure. Communication was great."
United States
David H.
The price is HK$543
HK$1,913 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Chic 2BR Duplex Free Parking near Hospitals
Interior

Spacious 4BR Home • WiFi • Family-Friendly • Waukee

Spacious 4BR Home • WiFi • Family-Friendly • Waukee
Waukee
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"This is a great house in a great location. We had a group of 8 adults that stayed here and it accommodated us very well! I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Lisa J.
The price is HK$1,223
HK$3,066 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Spacious 4BR Home • WiFi • Family-Friendly • Waukee
Exterior

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"What a great place to stay! "
United States
Annie P.
The price is HK$918
HK$2,152 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Exactly as listed and perfect for our stay. "
United States
Anna H.
The price is HK$932
HK$1,439 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

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, (19 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
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

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$776
HK$1,730 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Cute tiny home with everything you need!
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"1st time staying at hotel. But one of the friendliest staff ever came across regardless of the many activities that they had going on. Felt like a priority every time asked questions. The restaurant service had excellent service and excellent food. Next stay in Des Moines will definitely be there!!!"
Christopher 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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Central Iowa Vacation Homes information

Number of reviews
777
Accommodation
513 Vacation Homes
Lowest Price
HK$1,264
Highest Price
HK$3,066

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