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1. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State UniversityAmes
Katrina
SAR 350
SAR 392 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IAClive
Chloe
SAR 310
SAR 347 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West CliveClive
Breanna
SAR 310
SAR 348 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IAAnkeny
Ralph
SAR 305
SAR 341 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
5. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines AirportGreater South Side
Milagros
SAR 255
SAR 286 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
6. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines WestWest Des Moines
William
SAR 368
SAR 413 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
SAR 639
SAR 715 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
SAR 284
SAR 318 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
SAR 474
SAR 531 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,307 reviews)
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
207 Crocker Street Des Moines IA
SAR 348
SAR 390 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
11211 Hickman Rd Urbandale IA
SAR 490
SAR 548 total
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (740 reviews)
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
10/10 Excellent
"Great stay, nice place, great staff"
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
8/10 Good
"Everything was fine. Pool was very cold and unappealing. Staff was pleasant and quick."
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
8/10 Good
"Bed was firm as were the pillows."
Frequently asked questions
What are the best 3-star hotels in Central Iowa?
Based on comments shared by our customers, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is among the best 3-star hotels in Des Moines, Central Iowa. It offers a swimming pool and a wet bar, and is around 0.16 kilometers east of the center. Guests also highly recommend Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel, approximately 0.32 kilometers northeast of downtown. Pool sun loungers and a barbecue grill help make it a leading city stay.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Central Iowa?
Find the ideal combination of affordability, quality and comfort at a 3-star hotel in Central Iowa with Expedia's handy filters. Enter your dates of travel and then tailor your search based on the rate you wish to pay per night.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Central Iowa?
The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Central Iowa is the standard of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more budget-friendly and include the amenities and services required to ensure your comfort, such as breakfast, a gym and WiFi. You can look forward to a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket décor, deluxe toiletries and extra touches like spa and wellness centers.