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Recommended hotels in Central Iowa

A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (635 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Michelle
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
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, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a clean hotel with a nice breakfast in the morning."
United States
Rachelle
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

3. Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (435 reviews)
"Room was clean and the staff was very friendly and informative. I would stay again if I’m in the area."
United States
keith
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Comfort Inn Story City
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Good breakfast"
United States
Mandy
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

5. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, value, breakfast"
United States
Bertis
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sonesta Essential Ames
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6. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Douglas
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, easy to check in, yummy breakfast, and right next to a gas station"
United States
Melissa
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

8. 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, (1,389 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jeff
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items, a bakery section, and a sign indicating the need for a pan.

9. 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, (395 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean an staff was very helpful & courteous"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted lights.

10. Atlantic Inn Marshalltown Iowa

Atlantic Inn Marshalltown Iowa
2.5 star property
Marshalltown
7.4 out of 10, Good, (15 reviews)
"Nice and clean rooms."
United States
Umang
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Atlantic Inn Marshalltown Iowa
A spacious lobby with patterned armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk in the background.

11. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
2.5 star property
Boone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (465 reviews)
"We had a great stay."
United States
Kim
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

12. 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, (1,050 reviews)
"Clean hotel, friendly staff"
United States
Todd
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (767 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden ceiling beams, and multiple windows.

14. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
3.0 star property
Clear Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here last time in area, knew it was great place to stay at"
United States
Kenneth
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

15. Qube Hotel

Qube Hotel
2.5 star property
Polk City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (814 reviews)
"Very clean and a peaceful setting."
United States
Sheri
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Qube Hotel
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a central seating area with a sofa and coffee table. There are two lamps on either side of the seating, a small table with a vase, and a potted plant.

16. The Historic Park Inn Hotel

The Historic Park Inn Hotel
2.0 star property
Mason City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"It’s a treat to stay at this restored Frank Lloyd Wright hotel. The community of Mason City show justified pride in saving and maintaining this gem. Sit in the lobby, enjoy drinks and a pool game in the lounge and soak in the atmosphere. Mason City has a number of additional attractions worth a visit."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Historic Park Inn Hotel
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a dining area.

17. Sleep Inn & Suites Charles City

Sleep Inn & Suites Charles City
2.5 star property
Charles City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast"
United States
Glennys
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sleep Inn & Suites Charles City
A bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, a cash register, and bar stools.

18. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
3.0 star property
Osceola
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Better places to stay down the road"
United States
Ryan
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
A coffee station with two espresso machines and a display of coffee cups and pods.

19. 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, (831 reviews)
"The stay was nice, beds were comfortable."
United States
rick
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a distinctive arched window.

20. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake
2.5 star property
Clear Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel is clean, staff is helpful and friendly. Room was clean, bed was comfortable."
United States
Jason
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake
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Lowest Price
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