Family Hotels in Iowa from $60

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Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
Clive
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,237 reviews)
$79 nightly
The price is $89
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Wildwood Lodge

Cabin on the Big Sioux River with a 100 acre wood.

Cabin on the Big Sioux River with a 100 acre wood.
Larchwood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (387 reviews)
Cabin on the Big Sioux River with a 100 acre wood.

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3.0 star property
Urbandale
5.6 out of 10, (744 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Make a splash at this action-packed family resort with a water park, indoor pools, and game room just minutes from Des Moines attractions.
$77 nightly
The price is $87
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Western Inn

Western Inn
2.5 star property
Council Bluffs
6.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Indoor pool adventures near Henry Doorly Zoo offer family-friendly fun with complimentary breakfast and convenient location.
$54 nightly
The price is $60
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Total with taxes and fees
Western Inn

Wasserbahn Waterpark Smock Hotel & Resort

Wasserbahn Waterpark Smock Hotel & Resort
2.5 star property
Williamsburg
6.8 out of 10, (819 reviews)
Wasserbahn Waterpark Smock Hotel & Resort

Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center

Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center
2.5 star property
Dubuque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family-friendly indoor fun with a pool, hot tub, and arcade games creates an adventure for everyone while staff make it special.
$95 nightly
The price is $107
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA
2.5 star property
Council Bluffs
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family-friendly escape with indoor pool and hot tub perfect for energizing days at Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.
$93 nightly
The price is $104
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,186 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Splash into family adventure with kid-friendly games, complimentary breakfast, and airport shuttle service at this Des Moines hotel.
$86 nightly
The price is $96
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA
2.5 star property
Waterloo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$84 nightly
The price is $94
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
$79 nightly
The price is $89
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
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What types of Iowa hotels are available for families?

You can find a variety of family hotels in Iowa, from quaint, smaller hotels to lively, larger properties that are perfect for you and your kids. Choose a classic motel or small bed and breakfast for more privacy and calm, or one of the all-inclusive family resorts in Iowa to take the meal planning stress out of your vacation. Just use our family-friendly filter to browse Expedia's properties selected especially for families. You might even find some hotels with a waterpark in Iowa.

How do I choose a family-friendly hotel in Iowa?

The best family accommodation in Iowa is the one that meets your needs, so take advantage of Expedia's family-friendly filter to help you make your choice. Pick the amenities that your kids will love like pools, or practical extras like breakfast included, so you only see results with those features near Iowa. Our guest reviews can also help you find more amenities that families enjoyed during their stays including laundry, extra beds, and game rooms. When searching for Iowa family resorts, look for stays advertised as for all ages and avoid those for adults only.

How much do Iowa family hotels cost?

Prices will vary depending on the type of room and stay you choose but Expedia offers great deals of Iowa family-friendly hotels from $60 in 2026. Looking for an even better deal? Iowa hotels may also offer discounts for longer stays, so make sure you put in all your dates to get the accurate rate for your entire stay and not just a single night's rate. Some properties may charge extra for breakfast and additional beds, so check each hotel's conditions before you book.

How do I find the best deals on family hotels in Iowa?

Take advantage of our filters and sort-by feature to find the lowest prices on even luxury family hotels in Iowa. You can search by 4- or 5-star properties and average guest ratings so that you can rest assured you're getting a great cost-benefit ratio on the best family resorts in Iowa. It's also important to think about what you need for your stay in order to find the best deal for you and your family. If you want to save on the time and energy involved in organizing meals, search for family-friendly all-inclusive resorts in Iowa, and remember that the one rate includes all meals, drinks, and sometimes even additional activities so you can simplify your budget.

Why should I choose Expedia to book a Iowa family-friendly hotel?

With Expedia, everything you need for your vacation at the best family accommodation in Iowa is in one place. In addition to your stay, you can book flights and your car rental, as well as activities your kids will love like adventure parks, museums, and outdoor excursions—all with one Expedia account. You can also use the Expedia app to keep all your confirmations in one place right on your phone. And if you book your stay at the same time as your car or your flights, you can bundle them together into an all-inclusive family vacation in Iowa package and unlock even more savings.

What is the cancellation policy on booking Iowa family resorts?

Plans for your family vacation can change, so we've made it easy to use our fully refundable filter to only show properties and rates with free cancellation. Many of our partners have fully refundable rates, but you should always check the fine print when you book Iowa family-friendly resorts. Most fully refundable policies will still have a date after which part of the rate will be charged, so make sure you know the deadline for the rate you've booked in case you need to cancel.

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