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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, (1,382 reviews)
"The Gateway is always a welcoming, comfortable stay."
United States
Mary Kay
$92 nightly
The price is $103
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
United States
Mary
$100 nightly
The price is $112
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (622 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Michelle
$98 nightly
The price is $110
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

4. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was nice, room was quiet."
United States
Craig
$90 nightly
The price is $101
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
2.5 star property
Ames
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay at this location. The staff was friendly, the room was kept well and the pool and hot tub were both great amenities for my kids."
United States
Melanie E
$80 nightly
The price is $89
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
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

Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
William
$65 nightly
The price is $72
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Essential Ames
A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

7. 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, (1,002 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 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

8. Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (431 reviews)
"Very clean room with comfortable beds. The included breakfast was very good."
United States
Connie
$93 nightly
The price is $104
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn Story City

9. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Douglas
$77 nightly
The price is $86
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items, a bakery section, and a sign indicating the need for a pan.

10. 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
$121 nightly
The price is $136
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

11. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
2.5 star property
Newton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (893 reviews)
"Very happy with our stay. Very clean hotel."
United States
Shannon
$103 nightly
The price is $115
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

12. Best Western Holiday Manor

Best Western Holiday Manor
2.5 star property
Newton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean centrally located and staff was amazing! LOVED THE breakfast!!! Very fun stop"
United States
Kendra
$99 nightly
The price is $111
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Holiday Manor
A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

13. Qube Hotel

Qube Hotel
2.5 star property
Polk City
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (791 reviews)
"Great staff and the whole building was very clean and quiet"
United States
Frank
$75 nightly
The price is $83
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Qube Hotel
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (734 reviews)
"Very clean and updated, friendly staff, great breakfast options, easy location off the highway"
United States
Christy
$107 nightly
The price is $119
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

15. 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, (1,057 reviews)
"Check in was a breeze and staff was extremely helpful"
United States
Dave
$87 nightly
The price is $97
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.

16. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
Johnston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (799 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. Good breakfast buffet."
United States
Annette
$91 nightly
The price is $102
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and two brown sofas.

17. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
2.5 star property
Forest City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (422 reviews)
"We enjoyed the breakfast, snacks and ability to walk to several eating establishments."
United States
Joan
$76 nightly
The price is $85
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden beams, and a blue umbrella.

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Webster City

AmericInn by Wyndham Webster City
3.0 star property
Webster City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (475 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and cool. Parking was well lit and accessible. The breakfast looked good but we didn't try the food due to dietary restrictions. Overall, a nice place to stay."
United States
Rebeka
$99 nightly
The price is $111
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Webster City
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower area, and a chair.

19. 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, (886 reviews)
"Great hotel - comfortable, clean and friendly!"
United States
Lisa
$81 nightly
The price is $90
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham
A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

20. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
Ankeny
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362 reviews)
"was a great location for all of our needs. felt very safe in the area would definitely stay there again"
United States
gary
$103 nightly
The price is $115
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

10/10 Excellent
"Always have a great stay here"
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

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Central Iowa Inns information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
1 Inns
Lowest Price
$72
Highest Price
$136

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