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Recommended hotels in Central Iowa

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1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (625 reviews)
"Great breakfast and great location"
United States
Gary
The price is P6,684
P7,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
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2. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"Very good breakfast and everyone was friendly"
United States
Joe
The price is P6,020
P6,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Indoor pool

3. 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, (1,375 reviews)
"great location and friendly staff"
United States
Paul
The price is P5,980
P6,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
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4. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Always a great stay."
United States
Mary
The price is P5,847
P6,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
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5. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice pool and hot tub area."
United States
George
The price is P6,166
P6,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
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6. Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (425 reviews)
"Very clean room with comfortable beds. The included breakfast was very good."
United States
Connie
The price is P5,463
P6,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Comfort Inn Story City
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7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,013 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is P4,663
P5,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
WiFi (free)

8. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
Johnston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (724 reviews)
"Very nice room and stay for myself and family."
United States
Alaina
The price is P6,528
P7,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
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9. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay. Lots of area for playing games and hanging out in the lobby. Breakfast was excellent as well. Staff were super friendly."
United States
Tanya
The price is P5,388
P6,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
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10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (811 reviews)
"Clean room, nice pool and good breakfast"
United States
Amy
The price is P6,705
P7,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
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11. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (915 reviews)
"It was very clean, nice updated rooms and perfect for a family!!!"
United States
Robert
The price is P8,046
P9,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Terrace/patio

12. Qube Hotel

Qube Hotel
2.5 star property
Polk City
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (761 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful, area was nice and private"
United States
Kimberly
The price is P4,937
P5,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Qube Hotel
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13. Best Western Holiday Manor

Best Western Holiday Manor
2.5 star property
Newton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Very helpful staff."
United States
Colleen
The price is P6,034
P6,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Best Western Holiday Manor
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14. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
2.5 star property
Winterset
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (786 reviews)
"Very clean and staff were great! Would definitely stay again!"
United States
WILLIAM
The price is P8,393
P9,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
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15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location. Nice place to stay."
United States
Michael
The price is P6,448
P7,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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16. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,414 reviews)
"Clean, good location, the staff were super friendly and helpful. Will stay there again!"
United States
Sarah
The price is P5,431
P6,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
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17. The Grove Inn And Suites

The Grove Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Eagle Grove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Spacious clean rooms excellent customer service, great location, good breakfast great value for the money!"
United States
Lori
The price is P5,570
P6,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
The Grove Inn And Suites
Outdoor wedding area

18. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
3.0 star property
Osceola
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,017 reviews)
"Nice, clean and great hotel staff."
United States
AMY
The price is P4,388
P5,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
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19. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,203 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, good breakfast"
United States
Michael
The price is P5,760
P6,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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20. 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, (381 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
The price is P7,132
P7,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"The location was perfect and the room was spacious and clean"
Stacey 1-night trip
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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Central Iowa Cottages information

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Accommodation
41 Cottages
Lowest Price
P5,223
Highest Price
P9,400

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