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Recommended hotels in Central Iowa

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

1. 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, (1,397 reviews)
"This is an awesome hotel."
United States
Todd
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

2. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
United States
Mary
$99 nightly
The price is $110
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
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

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Staff was nice, room was quiet."
United States
Craig
$99 nightly
The price is $111
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

4. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,014 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Douglas
$77 nightly
The price is $86
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total with taxes and fees
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel itself was very clean and our room was also clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good and the location was perfect for our needs."
United States
Stacey
$88 nightly
The price is $99
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

6. Qube Hotel

Qube Hotel
2.5 star property
Polk City
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (778 reviews)
"Hands down the best hotel we stay in all year."
United States
clayton
$76 nightly
The price is $84
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Qube Hotel
A spacious lobby with patterned armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk in the background.

7. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
2.5 star property
Boone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (454 reviews)
"We had a great stay."
United States
Kim
$95 nightly
The price is $106
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
A lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a wall-mounted TV.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
2.5 star property
Marshalltown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (386 reviews)
"Great stay for a great price! Bonus was breakfast was free! Unlike the Holiday Inn in Marquette, MI. Great stay in Marshalltown hotel!"
United States
Bob
$100 nightly
The price is $112
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,077 reviews)
"Check in was a breeze and staff was extremely helpful"
United States
Dave
$78 nightly
The price is $88
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

10. Best Western Holiday Manor

Best Western Holiday Manor
2.5 star property
Newton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Had a very nice stay."
United States
Madonna
$93 nightly
The price is $105
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Holiday Manor
A hotel lobby with a tiled floor, a reception desk, a green wall, and a door leading to a pool area.

11. Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
2.0 star property
Ankeny
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (849 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable, the staff were friendly and the breakfast was great."
United States
Deborah
$66 nightly
The price is $73
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total with taxes and fees
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and two brown sofas.

12. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
2.5 star property
Forest City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (415 reviews)
"We enjoyed the breakfast, snacks and ability to walk to several eating establishments."
United States
Joan
$88 nightly
The price is $99
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a chair.

13. Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham

Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham
2.5 star property
Pella
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (874 reviews)
"Great hotel - comfortable, clean and friendly!"
United States
Lisa
$77 nightly
The price is $86
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham
A bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, a cash register, and bar stools.

14. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
3.0 star property
Osceola
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,020 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. The hotel was easy access to the Casino and restaurant."
United States
Sandra
$84 nightly
The price is $95
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
A brick building with a sign reading "WISSOTA CHOPSTICK BAR".

15. Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa
2.5 star property
Ottumwa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"Good location, nice restaurant and bar."
United States
Timothy
$87 nightly
The price is $97
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, under a wooden ceiling with large windows.

16. Baymont by Wyndham Pella

Baymont by Wyndham Pella
2.5 star property
Pella
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Nice place and even nicer people(staff) - warm, welcoming and friendly. I would definitely stay again."
United States
Lawrence
$67 nightly
The price is $75
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Baymont by Wyndham Pella
A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

17. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
2.5 star property
Newton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (886 reviews)
"Very happy with our stay. Very clean hotel."
United States
Shannon
$90 nightly
The price is $101
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, large columns, and a brick facade.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (820 reviews)
"It was a nice, clean room. Great place to stay."
United States
Jodi
$105 nightly
The price is $118
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a landscaped area with shrubs and gravel.

19. The Grove Inn And Suites

The Grove Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Eagle Grove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Spacious clean rooms excellent customer service, great location, good breakfast great value for the money!"
United States
Lori
$88 nightly
The price is $99
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
The Grove Inn And Suites
A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

20. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
3.0 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (623 reviews)
"Check in was easy with extra pleasant staff"
United States
Amy
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was absolutely great. Breakfast was plentiful in choice. The only downside of my visit was the hot tub being out of service; I wish I would have known it was during booking. The vibe was calm and friendly. The building felt open and welcoming. I would recommend this place."
Chad 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Wildwood Lodge

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