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Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior
2 Mi to Main St: Newton Guest House

Apartment in Newton

2 Mi to Main St: Newton Guest House
3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
$240 nightly
The price is $269
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
2 Mi to Main St: Newton Guest House
Exterior
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cabin in Nevada

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"The cabin was very clean and cozy. Close to Ames which was our reason for our visit. When we return next year, we will definitely see if this cabin is available for our stay. "
United States
Paul D.
$123 nightly
The price is $125
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Terrace/patio
Farmhouse Oasis

Vacation Home in Dallas Center

Farmhouse Oasis
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"We loved the nearby Amish grocery store."
United States
Teresa
$148 nightly
The price is $156
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Farmhouse Oasis
Outdoor spa tub
Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!

Cabin in Nashua

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (326)
"Wonderful place for a weekend getaway. "
United States
Tisha J.
$268 nightly
The price is $281
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit

Vacation Home in Pella

The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"We loved the rock house! It was a great place to stay for our anniversary!"
United States
Jon and Carrie T.
$213 nightly
The price is $225
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
Children's area
Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping

Apartment in Bloomfield

Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"Great place to stay, unique carriage house is a fun place. The granola was outstanding! Erica is a great host. Thank you!"
United States
Scott
$120 nightly
The price is $134
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping
Exterior
In-Town Moose Haus Lodge

Vacation Home in Clear Lake

In-Town Moose Haus Lodge
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"Perfect location to visit our Iowa extended family. This is our 2nd time renting the property. "
United States
Rilla R.
$201 nightly
The price is $225
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
In-Town Moose Haus Lodge
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Relaxing, Peaceful 1-bedroom Pet- Friendly Apartment

Apartment in Mason City

Relaxing, Peaceful 1-bedroom Pet- Friendly Apartment
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Great Stay, always"
United States
Stephen J.
$103 nightly
The price is $115
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Relaxing, Peaceful 1-bedroom Pet- Friendly Apartment
TV
2-bedroom apartment close to uptown Creston with WiFi and off street parking.

Apartment in Creston

2-bedroom apartment close to uptown Creston with WiFi and off street parking.
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Quite nice little place to stay"
United States
Mark P.
$169 nightly
The price is $189
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
2-bedroom apartment close to uptown Creston with WiFi and off street parking.
TV, video games, DVD player, books
BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance

Cabin in Malcom

BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30)
"It was a great cabin with everything we needed. "
United States
Michelle F.
$199 nightly
The price is $216
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Vacation Home in Ames

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Excellent stay! Highly recommended "
United States
Laura C.
$157 nightly
The price is $176
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

Apartment in Boone

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"It was a nice clean place and would recommend if someone was in the area visiting or working."
United States
Lynn
$123 nightly
The price is $137
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Smart TV, computer monitors
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Vacation Home in Boone

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Great place, super convenient to everything you would want in Boone. I would absolutely stay here again."
United States
CHRISTIAN H.
$175 nightly
The price is $196
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Sleepover: Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines

Apartment in Drake

Sleepover: Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Clean and quiet for our stay. "
United States
Jackie
$155 nightly
The price is $173
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Sleepover: Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Cabin in Nevada

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Very well done use of space, perfect for what we needed "
United States
Dan O.
$147 nightly
The price is $151
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Good Vibes 2-Bedroom Apartment in Waukee - Central Location & Modern Comforts

Apartment in Waukee

Good Vibes 2-Bedroom Apartment in Waukee - Central Location & Modern Comforts
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"The location was was close top everything that we needed. We were very impressed with the cleanliness of the condo!"
United States
Bill S.
$221 nightly
The price is $247
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Good Vibes 2-Bedroom Apartment in Waukee - Central Location & Modern Comforts
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Historic Valley Junction Loft

Apartment in West Des Moines

Historic Valley Junction Loft
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"Great location, clean and comfy place. The location is charming, with a number of shops and restaurants next door. Would definitely stay here again. "
United States
Rebecca S.
$124 nightly
The price is $139
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Historic Valley Junction Loft
Terrace/patio
Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking

Apartment in Downtown Des Moines

Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"This was a great place, clean, comfortable and location is amazing."
United States
Krystal D.
$155 nightly
The price is $174
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking
House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior
4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

Cottage in Polk City

4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home
3.0 star property
4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City

Cabin in Eldora

Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Great stay, great host."
United States
Ann J.
$153 nightly
The price is $171
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Woodland Cabin in the City
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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
"As always an excellent choice. Our room was gorgeous. Breakfast was fantastic. Christmas get away was better because of this hotel. "
Kayleen 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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