Central Iowa Vacations from $247

Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings

  • Plan, book, travel with confidence

  • payments icon

    Better together

    Save up to $1,045 when you book a flight and hotel together*
    lob hotels icon

    Find the right fit

    With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package
    lob packages icon

    Rest easy

    Plan, book, and manage your trip all in one place

Your Central Iowa Vacation

Embrace new adventures with a Central Iowa vacation package. Culture and festivals will make the highlight reel of your getaway. Kick off your trip to Central Iowa with some time exploring Des Moines visiting popular attractions like Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Ames is another top city that draws crowds from near and far. Jack Trice Stadium and Hilton Coliseum are two of the top places to see here. Whether you're planning to travel on a shoestring or in the lap of luxury, Expedia are here to help you tailor-make your next Central Iowa vacation.

The Latest Central Iowa vacation packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Super 8 by Wyndham Fairfield
Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham
AmericInn by Wyndham Fairfield
Coratel Inn by Jasper Iowa Fairfield
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Knoxville
Don't see what you're looking for?
See all available trips from Columbus to Central Iowa
View all trips

Where to stay in Central Iowa

Find the best Central Iowa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Iowa

Discover the most popular places to visit in Central Iowa

Central Iowa Hotel Deals

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$138 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$154 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Total includes taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,028 reviews)
"The only disappointment was regarding the Speakeasy. The hotel website did not clarify that seating was very limited to not available at all. The was no open bar and only a handful of tables that required advance reservations. We had planned our trip and told our guests that the Speakeasy was our ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$66 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$74 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Total includes taxes and fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,541 reviews)
"The only thing that we would have liked the air conditioner would have cooled better. I know it was a hot day but didst work very good."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundable
$110 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$123 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Total includes taxes and fees
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Everything was clean and staff weree very kind!!!"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
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.

Find the Best Central Iowa Vacation Packages

Central Iowa Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
U.S dollars
Closest Airport
Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)

More vacations you might like

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.