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A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

1. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

David

Rp1.762.614 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

Ames

George

Rp2.055.837 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

3. Comfort Inn Story City

Story City

William

Rp1.711.166 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

Ames

Sanjeeva

Rp1.502.126 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

5. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Ames

Kathleen

Rp1.382.761 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

6. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ames

Kristin

Rp1.811.071 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

7. Sonesta Essential Ames

Ames

Bertis

Rp1.278.420 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Kristina

Rp1.641.214 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious lobby with patterned armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk in the background.

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Boone

William

Rp2.012.139 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Ankeny

Gregory J

Rp1.649.953 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a brick facade.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Altoona

rick

Rp2.013.137 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Altoona

Kim

Rp2.000.935 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

13. Best Western Holiday Manor

Newton

Jennifer

Rp2.011.937 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

Christopher

Rp1.610.510 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola

Osceola

William

Rp2.039.572 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

16. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Ankeny

Brandi

Rp1.720.318 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a building with multiple floors and windows.

17. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Osceola

James

Rp1.715.414 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

18. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newton IA

Newton

Justice

Rp1.157.489 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Johnston

Shajia

Rp1.811.071 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

20. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Altoona

Wayne

Rp1.646.296 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and staff were friendly and helpful."

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

8/10 Good

"The rooms were clean and comfortable. The area is awesome. Walking distance to multiple dining spots and the casino. The breakfast is about as good as it gets as far as options and quality. The elevator and 2 of the ice machines were broke. This is a new hotel so not sure why they were all broken."

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

8/10 Good

"We booked a King room and were initially given a double. We spoke with the front desk and it was fixed. Our room had some missing lightbulbs and the bed was softer than we like. The hotel was super cute. We loved the decor. The trash cans were all overflowing at breakfast and no one was emptying them. There were also random empty cups above doorways that other guests left for whatever reason but weren’t cleaned up. Overall, we would still rate our stay a 4.5/5. It was honestly minor things."

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport! Everyone was so nice, respectful, and helpful. Our room was spacious and clean, and housekeeping did a great job throughout our stay. The location was convenient, close to the airport, with an airport shuttle available a great bonus! Thank you to the staff for making us feel welcome. We would happily stay here again!"

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Accommodation	1 Hostels
Lowest Price	Rp1.157.489
Highest Price	Rp2.055.837

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Recommended hotels in Central Iowa

1. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

3. Comfort Inn Story City

4. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

5. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

6. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

7. Sonesta Essential Ames

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

13. Best Western Holiday Manor

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola

16. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

17. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

18. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newton IA

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

20. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Wildwood Lodge

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Des Lux Hotel

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Recommended hotels in Central Iowa

1. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

3. Comfort Inn Story City

4. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

5. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

6. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

7. Sonesta Essential Ames

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

13. Best Western Holiday Manor

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Osceola

16. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

17. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

18. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newton IA

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

20. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

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