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Our top choices for Central Iowa vacation rentals

A cozy cabin-style room with a wooden ceiling, a red refrigerator, a kitchen area with a window, and a 'SLEEP' sign on the wall.

1. The Urban Barn! private parking

The Urban Barn! private parking
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Cute little place for a solo traveler."
United States
Jill R.
$120 nightly
The price is $124
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Urban Barn! private parking
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, a white stove, and a microwave.

2. Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Nancie F.
$150 nightly
The price is $168
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
An outdoor hot tub area with seating and string lights.

3. Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Hosts were so sweet and the place was great!"
United States
Pamela W.
$147 nightly
The price is $151
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
An outdoor hot tub area with seating and string lights.

4. Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Clean and quiet"
United States
Garrett
$128 nightly
The price is $130
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
A room with a round table and two chairs, a window with blinds, and a vase with flowers on the table.

5. The Retreat on Harding

The Retreat on Harding
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Hosts were very responsive in providing info, apartment was vey clean and had everything I needed"
United States
Derek S.
$155 nightly
The price is $159
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
The Retreat on Harding
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. There are framed pictures on the wall, a lamp, and a plant.

6. Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"This house was in the perfect location!! It was adorable and cozy!! We loved staying here."
United States
Kara V.
$149 nightly
The price is $167
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a decorative mirror. There are white paneled walls and a ceiling light fixture.

7. 3BR Getaway, Sleeps 6 | 2-3 Miles to ISU

3BR Getaway, Sleeps 6 | 2-3 Miles to ISU
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Great stay at an economic price!"
United States
Cory M.
$226 nightly
The price is $253
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
3BR Getaway, Sleeps 6 | 2-3 Miles to ISU
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

8. Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Boone
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Great place to stay at!"
United States
Mary E.
$123 nightly
The price is $137
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

9. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"The apartment was perfect for what we needed. Very reasonable price with excellent value. ."
United States
Mary
$117 nightly
The price is $131
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a small shed.

10. 1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
Boone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (78 reviews)
"Very peaceful and relaxing!"
United States
Matthew M.
$222 nightly
The price is $248
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
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11. Emerald Haven

Emerald Haven
Downtown Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (23 reviews)
"Clean studio in a convenient location. But don’t park in the apartment lot. I got towed within one hour! Had to wait until the next morning to get my car out of the tow lot and pay 200."
United States
Michael W.
$115 nightly
The price is $125
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Emerald Haven
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

12. Spacious 5-bedroom house with AC and WiFi in fantastic NE Ankeny

Spacious 5-bedroom house with AC and WiFi in fantastic NE Ankeny
Ankeny
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Kevin L.
$326 nightly
The price is $365
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Spacious 5-bedroom house with AC and WiFi in fantastic NE Ankeny
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a stone backsplash, and a dining area with white furniture.

13. Huge Home, Gym, Game Room, Spa, BBQ, Near I-35

Huge Home, Gym, Game Room, Spa, BBQ, Near I-35
Ankeny
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The pool and the game room were the perfect amenities we were looking for. Will absolutely be back soon!!"
United States
Beth A.
$411 nightly
The price is $464
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Huge Home, Gym, Game Room, Spa, BBQ, Near I-35
A modern apartment with a kitchen, living area, and a dining space.

14. New Spacious 4-bedroom house in charming Ankeny with WiFi, AC-Prime Location

New Spacious 4-bedroom house in charming Ankeny with WiFi, AC-Prime Location
Ankeny
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Location worked out perfect for us. The house was clean and the hosts were very responsive."
United States
Steve D.
$297 nightly
The price is $332
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
New Spacious 4-bedroom house in charming Ankeny with WiFi, AC-Prime Location
A modern living space with a kitchen, a blue sofa with a 'welcome' pillow, and a decorative fan.

15. Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Awesome place and host! Highly recommend"
United States
Melissa H.
$140 nightly
The price is $157
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and large windows with city views.

16. Downtown Dream 2br w/ City Views 2 blocks to Court

Downtown Dream 2br w/ City Views 2 blocks to Court
Downtown Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"This is an excellent host to work with, price and cleanliness top notch! Definitely recommend!!"
United States
Christine H.
$200 nightly
The price is $211
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Downtown Dream 2br w/ City Views 2 blocks to Court
A wooden-paneled kitchen with a dining table, chairs, and a refrigerator.

17. Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
Nashua
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"we had an excellent stay"
United States
Jennifer N.
$316 nightly
The price is $331
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
A single-story house with a front yard, a mailbox, and a tree.

18. Farmhouse Oasis

Farmhouse Oasis
Dallas Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"The property was great and would stay again and recommend to family and friends if ciming into town."
United States
Michael D.
$166 nightly
The price is $174
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Farmhouse Oasis
A modern living room with a black sofa, round coffee table, and a green wall with a 'Welcome' sign.

19. Cozy Boho-Chic Downtown 2BD/2BR - Downtown DSM

Cozy Boho-Chic Downtown 2BD/2BR - Downtown DSM
Downtown Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"The owner was very quick in responding when I had any questions. We stayed here and walked to the Casey’s Center for a concert. Parking was easy. Loft was very clean. Check in and check out was very easy. No complaints at all. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Jana
$205 nightly
The price is $217
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Boho-Chic Downtown 2BD/2BR - Downtown DSM
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

20. Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood

Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood
Beaverdale
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Nancy B.
Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood
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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

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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