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1. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State UniversityAmes
Katsuya
SAR 349
SAR 391 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IAClive
Chloe
SAR 321
SAR 359 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West CliveClive
Breanna
SAR 320
SAR 359 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IAAnkeny
Jessica
SAR 317
SAR 355 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
5. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines AirportGreater South Side
Milagros
SAR 255
SAR 286 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
6. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines WestWest Des Moines
Marjorie
SAR 363
SAR 407 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
SAR 538
SAR 602 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
SAR 254
SAR 284 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 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! (1,332 reviews)
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
207 Crocker Street Des Moines IA
SAR 348
SAR 390 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (516 reviews)
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
11211 Hickman Rd Urbandale IA
SAR 490
SAR 549 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (744 reviews)
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay for the price"
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
10/10 Excellent
"Clean and quiet"
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
10/10 Excellent
"It is in a great location with a restaurant on site. Meghan at the front desk and Tim in the restaurant were both wonderful!"
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
8/10 Good
"Average! Nothing special but get the job done with clean comfy rooms."
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?
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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.