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14 Oct - 15 Oct
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15 Oct - 16 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct
Next weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Central Iowa 2-star hotels

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.
A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.
A building with a sign reading "The Cottages" and a covered outdoor seating area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a jacuzzi.

1. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Johnston
United States
Jacklyn J
HK$767
HK$859 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.
A hallway with vending machines and a clean, tiled floor.
A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a digital display.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a stone accent wall.

2. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lovington
United States
Atong
HK$534
HK$621 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a small seating area, and a bathroom with a mirror and towel rack.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a flat-screen TV.
A reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a wooden panel design, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Felicia
HK$514
HK$575 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.
A hotel corridor with a reception desk, a microwave, two chairs, and a TV screen displaying a promotional message.
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a prominent '6' sign on the building.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, chairs, a TV screen, and a poster on the wall.

4. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines
United States
petro
HK$494
HK$554 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.
A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.

5. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Jayson
HK$727
HK$814 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
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.

6. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Ames
United States
Carol
HK$710
HK$795 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.
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 restaurant with multiple tables and booths, a bar area, and framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
Johnston
United States
Robin
HK$699
HK$783 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.
A Country Inn & Suites hotel with a large parking lot, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit entrance.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by tiled walls and wooden beams.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a television.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Ames
United States
Brandy
HK$590
HK$661 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and two brown sofas.
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.
A modern building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette.

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
Forest City
United States
Tom
HK$735
HK$823 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a sun clock.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed artwork on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a red armchair, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.
A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a flagpole.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
Cedar Falls
United States
dave
HK$652
HK$762 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.
A Sonesta Essential Hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking lot.
A swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, surrounded by chairs and tables.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

11. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
Ames
United States
Bertis
HK$494
HK$553 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Sonesta Essential Ames
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.
A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Thomas
HK$727
HK$814 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and lounge chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson with a two-story structure, a covered front porch, and a parking lot.
A hotel room with a green sofa, a striped armchair, a black leather chair, a small table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
Grinnell
United States
Steven
HK$807
HK$904 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted artwork depicting a sunset.
A breakfast area with tables and chairs, a coffee machine, and a sign prohibiting pets.
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot in front.
A waiting area with a brown sofa, two armchairs, and a blue chair.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
Clive
United States
Stuart
HK$374
HK$418 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a red carpet, and a chair with a patterned cushion.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, white chairs, and a door.
A hotel room with two beds, green walls, wooden headboards, white bedding, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with a dining area featuring wooden tables and chairs, a sofa, and a decorative door with geometric patterns.

15. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Altoona
United States
Scott
HK$463
HK$518 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
The exterior of the Diamond Jo Casino with a prominent illuminated sign, a covered entrance, and a flagpole with the American flag.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.
A hotel room with a round table, two patterned chairs, a floor lamp, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

16. Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel

Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel
Northwood
United States
Zachary
HK$873
HK$977 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel
Pool
Reception
A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weight machine.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a bench, and a wall-mounted mirror.

17. Crossroads Hotel and Event Center

Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
Fort Dodge
United States
Tanya
HK$566
HK$634 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Joe
HK$895
HK$1,002 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.
A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.
A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.
A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.

19. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
Ankeny
United States
Dawn
HK$735
HK$823 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a distinctive arched window.
A gym with various exercise equipment, benches, and weight racks.
A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a sign for the Microtel Inn Whidham. There are chairs and tables arranged for guests.
A hotel lobby with a kitchen area, dining tables, chairs, and a clock on the wall.

20. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake
Clear Lake
United States
Jason
HK$467
HK$523 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"This was one of the better hotels I have stayed lately. The location is safe and quiet, the room is very nice, and the staff was great. The maid even followed me to my car to return a piece of clothing I left in the room. I highly recommend!"
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