The Best Central Iowa, IA Hostels from $59

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Recommended hotels in Central Iowa

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

1. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

David

$84 nightly

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

Ames

Tasha

$93 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

3. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Ames

William

$74 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

4. Comfort Inn Story City

Story City

Tim

$84 nightly

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Total with taxes and fees

5. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Ames

Kathleen

$66 nightly

Nov 26 - Nov 27

Total with taxes and fees

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

6. Sonesta Essential Ames

Ames

Bertis

$63 nightly

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

7. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ames

Kristin

$82 nightly

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Kristina

$81 nightly

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

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

Ankeny

Paula

$83 nightly

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Total with taxes and fees

An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

10. Best Western Holiday Manor

Newton

Jennifer

$99 nightly

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit surrounded by square stools.

11. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Boone

William

$99 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Altoona

Kim

$94 nightly

Dec 9 - Dec 10

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

13. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Ankeny

Kristi

$85 nightly

Dec 11 - Dec 12

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

14. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Ankeny

Jessica

$80 nightly

Dec 6 - Dec 7

Total with taxes and fees

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden ceiling beams, and multiple windows.

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

Clear Lake

Ginger

$77 nightly

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Total with taxes and fees

A bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, a cash register, and bar stools.

16. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Osceola

James

$84 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

17. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newton IA

Newton

Justice

$53 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Johnston

Anahy

$89 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

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.

19. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

Clear Lake

Kathy

$60 nightly

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large chandelier.

20. Prairie Meadows Hotel

Altoona

Douglas

$148 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

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Top reviews in Central Iowa

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

Ames

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

This is one of the nicest hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Absolutely beautiful historic building with a grand scale and fully updated modern rooms. The design and comfort is impeccable. Large room and bathroom, but not so large that it isn’t cozy. Perfect in my opinion. The onsite dining options are fantastic for world class breakfast lunch and dinner at very reasonable prices. And the coffee is amazing. There were a couple of quirks in the room—the sound of trickling water whenever the ac turned...

David Morrow