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11 Sep - 12 Sep
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Our top choices for Central Iowa 3-star hotels

1. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Ames
United States
Katrina
SAR 350
SAR 392 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Clive
United States
Chloe
SAR 310
SAR 347 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Clive
United States
Breanna
SAR 310
SAR 348 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Ankeny
United States
Ralph
SAR 305
SAR 341 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Milagros
SAR 255
SAR 286 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

6. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
West Des Moines
United States
William
SAR 368
SAR 413 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

7. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Angela
SAR 639
SAR 715 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Des Lux Hotel

8. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Ames
United States
Jonathan
SAR 284
SAR 318 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

9. SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
West Des Moines
United States
Lani
SAR 368
SAR 413 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

10. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
clayton
SAR 507
SAR 568 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

11. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
Clive
United States
Paul
SAR 327
SAR 366 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Wildwood Lodge

12. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Candy
SAR 490
SAR 548 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

13. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
West Des Moines
United States
Justin
SAR 375
SAR 421 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

14. Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Urbandale
United States
Nick
SAR 268
SAR 300 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
Johnston
United States
Kerryann
SAR 223
SAR 250 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

16. My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Altoona
United States
Craig
SAR 351
SAR 394 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

17. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
West Des Moines
United States
Gary
SAR 379
SAR 425 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

18. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Debbie
SAR 544
SAR 610 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Drake
United States
Ashley
SAR 410
SAR 459 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

20. Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
West Des Moines
United States
Teresa
SAR 379
SAR 425 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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)
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

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
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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)
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay, nice place, great staff"
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

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."
Kami 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good
"Bed was firm as were the pillows."
Karen 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

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.