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Our top choices for Central Iowa vacation rentals

A wooden staircase leading to a kitchen with a 'WELCOME' sign.

1. The Urban Barn! private parking

The Urban Barn! private parking
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Cute little place for a solo traveler."
United States
Jill R.
$120 nightly
The price is $124
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
The Urban Barn! private parking
A modern building with the text "IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY" on the facade.

2. Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Was a cute spot to stay for the night! "
United States
Jason K.
$128 nightly
The price is $130
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
A modern building with the text "IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY" on the facade.

3. Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Hosts were so sweet and the place was great!"
United States
Pamela W.
$147 nightly
The price is $151
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
A room with a round table and two chairs, a window with blinds, and a vase with flowers on the table.

4. The Retreat on Harding

The Retreat on Harding
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 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
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
The Retreat on Harding
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

5. 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, (50 reviews)
"Really nice stay, definitely recommend! "
United States
Tanya N.
$123 nightly
The price is $137
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a decorative mirror. There are white paneled walls and a ceiling light fixture.

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

3BR Getaway, Sleeps 6 | 2-3 Miles to ISU
Ames
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Great stay at an economic price!"
United States
Cory M.
$296 nightly
The price is $332
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
3BR Getaway, Sleeps 6 | 2-3 Miles to ISU
A spacious living room with hardwood floors, a chandelier, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.

7. Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Clean and cozy. Close to downtown. Check-in a breeze. We’d love to stay again when able to get back to Boone. Highly recommend."
United States
Teresa K.
$178 nightly
The price is $199
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
A compact kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a living room with a couch and a coffee table.

8. Sherman Hill Hide-a-way

Sherman Hill Hide-a-way
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Good stay."
United States
Nick & Heather W.
$153 nightly
The price is $171
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Sherman Hill Hide-a-way
A single-story house with a front yard, a mailbox, and a tree.

9. Farmhouse Oasis

Farmhouse Oasis
Dallas Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The property was great and would stay again and recommend to family and friends if ciming into town."
United States
Michael D.
$163 nightly
The price is $171
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Farmhouse Oasis
A garden with a stream, rocks, and flowers.

10. Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.

Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
NEW VIRGINIA
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (414 reviews)
"This place was so incredibly cute. We loved our little getaway for our first anniversary and we had everything we needed and more. Thank you for providing such a great place, we’ll definitely be back!!"
United States
Genevieve P.
$163 nightly
The price is $171
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
A compact kitchen with a wooden table, two stools, a refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven.

11. Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.

Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.
Decatur City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Very clean, comfortable, and accommodating host. We will be staying here again in the future for sure!"
United States
Mark O.
$170 nightly
The price is $179
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.
A hot tub with a wooden deck and chairs, surrounded by trees and a lake.

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

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
Nashua
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (354 reviews)
"we had an excellent stay"
United States
Jennifer N.
$316 nightly
The price is $331
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
A residential house with a well-maintained lawn, a stone pathway, and a variety of trees and shrubs.

13. 1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
West Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay and very accommodating host."
United States
Amy K.
$144 nightly
The price is $161
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a small shed.

14. 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, (69 reviews)
"We had a very nice and relaxing stay. There were many thoughtful amenities that we were greatful for. Beds were comfortable, temperature was easy to regulate, kitchen well equipped."
United States
Sarah W.
$222 nightly
The price is $248
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, wooden countertop, and a window with white curtains.

15. Cabin Cove on the river

Cabin Cove on the river
Iowa Falls
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Great quiet stay. Very peaceful and homey. "
United States
Keisha
$254 nightly
The price is $284
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Cabin Cove on the river
A bedroom with a bed, a window, a plant, and a door leading to another room.

16. The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central

The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central
Pella
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Adorable historic house! Would definitely stay again!"
United States
Anonymous traveler
$230 nightly
The price is $258
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Rock House • Historic Stone Cottage • Walk to Central
A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

17. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (126 reviews)
"The apartment was perfect for what we needed. Very reasonable price with excellent value. ."
United States
Mary
$137 nightly
The price is $153
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
A residential neighborhood with a house featuring a stone foundation, a sloped roof, and a front yard with a tree and a small garden.

18. Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious. Good location to downtown. Very comfortable home. Would recommend and would stay again!!"
United States
Melissa W.
$217 nightly
The price is $243
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
A reception desk with a wooden counter, a vase with red roses, and various framed items on the wall.

19. Full Bed Non-Smoking

Full Bed Non-Smoking
Eagle Grove, IA
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Cozy atmosphere and friendly staff."
United States
Anonymous traveler
$50 nightly
The price is $55
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Full Bed Non-Smoking
A modern apartment with a kitchen, living area, and a dining space.

20. 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, (37 reviews)
"The place was a perfect location and space for our needs. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Bonnie H.
$282 nightly
The price is $315
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
New Spacious 4-bedroom house in charming Ankeny with WiFi, AC-Prime Location
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"The two at the check in counter were very friendly and welcominig. They made sure to let us know if there was anything we needed to let them know."
Bradley 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

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