A historic building with a large central archway and a pond in the foreground.

Central Iowa Holiday Rentals

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

In two weeks
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In two months
9 Oct - 11 Oct
In three months
6 Nov - 8 Nov
In four months
4 Dec - 6 Dec

Our top choices for Central Iowa holiday rentals

Interior

1. The Urban Barn! private parking

The Urban Barn! private parking
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"It was a nice clean place!"
United States
Kelly D.
The price is HK$432
HK$970 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
The Urban Barn! private parking
Exterior

2. Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Was a cute spot to stay for the night! "
United States
Jason K.
The price is HK$536
HK$1,022 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Exterior

3. Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Hosts were so sweet and the place was great!"
United States
Pamela W.
The price is HK$566
HK$1,187 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Exterior detail

4. Lincoln Highway Hideaway

Lincoln Highway Hideaway
Nevada
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Plenty of space with nice bedrooms. The couch is really comfortable too. "
United States
Wendi O.
Lincoln Highway Hideaway
Dining

5. 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$624
HK$1,250 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Retreat on Harding
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

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

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Nancie F.
The price is HK$643
HK$1,248 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Interior

7. 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$1,265 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi
Smart TV

8. Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay for our short stop in Ames! Great location and everything was super accessible!"
United States
Jennifer L.
The price is HK$706
HK$1,318 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

9. Snowdrop: Cozy Reno Pets-OK Studio Soak Tub Nr ISU

Snowdrop: Cozy Reno Pets-OK Studio Soak Tub Nr ISU
Ames
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is HK$455
HK$1,094 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Snowdrop: Cozy Reno Pets-OK Studio Soak Tub Nr ISU
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

10. 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, (47 reviews)
"Really nice stay, definitely recommend! "
United States
Tanya N.
The price is HK$636
HK$1,195 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Dining

11. Charming Franklin House: Close to Campus, Sleeps 6

Charming Franklin House: Close to Campus, Sleeps 6
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great little house in a quiet neighborhood near campus. Enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is HK$946
HK$2,211 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Charming Franklin House: Close to Campus, Sleeps 6
Smart TV, books, computer monitors

12. Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Very nicely decorated and comfortable. Lots of extras like creamer, coffee, drinks..."
United States
Kevin
The price is HK$902
HK$1,556 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
TV

13. 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, (29 reviews)
"Everything was so clean, entry was super easy and straightforward. The location was great and we’d absolutely stay here again!"
United States
Sierra F.
The price is HK$962
HK$1,482 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Property grounds

14. 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, (413 reviews)
"The barn and grounds are immaculate. This place is enchanting. Stay here. You will not be disappointed. "
United States
Barbara O.
The price is HK$767
HK$1,349 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

15. Cute tiny home with everything you need!

Cute tiny home with everything you need!
Cedar Falls
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"So cozy and comfy!"
United States
Jenny C.
The price is HK$699
HK$1,644 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Cute tiny home with everything you need!
Exterior

16. 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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Spacious accommodations, clean, and excellent location in a quiet area. Host, Clayton, was very responsive. "
United States
John S.
The price is HK$812
HK$1,261 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
Property grounds

17. Farmhouse Oasis

Farmhouse Oasis
Dallas Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"This was a beautiful rural setting. We enjoyed our stay very much. "
United States
Norman Z.
The price is HK$910
HK$1,565 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Farmhouse Oasis
Interior

18. Cabin Cove on the river

Cabin Cove on the river
Iowa Falls
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Great quiet stay. Very peaceful and homey. "
United States
Keisha
The price is HK$1,099
HK$2,162 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Cabin Cove on the river
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

19. 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, (87 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$1,037
HK$2,136 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
Exterior

20. 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, (66 reviews)
"We had a very nice and relaxing stay. There were many thoughtful amenities that we were greatful for. Beds were comfortable, temperature was easy to regulate, kitchen well equipped."
United States
Sarah W.
The price is HK$1,569
HK$2,003 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
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.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent
"awesome stay"
Nicholas 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Find out more about Central Iowa

Search for holiday rentals in Central Iowa on Expedia! You can easily find your home rentals, villas, holiday apartments in Central Iowa using one of the methods below:

  • View our selection of featured holiday rentals in Central Iowa
  • Use the map to find apartments and other holiday homes in the Central Iowa neighbourhood you prefer
  • Enter your travel dates to view the best deals on holiday rentals in Central Iowa while they last

Look no further and take a look at our great range of rental properties in Central Iowa!

Explore a world of travel with Expedia