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Our top choices for Central Iowa cabin rentals

A modern building with the text "IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY" on the facade.

1. Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Hosts were so sweet and the place was great!"
United States
Pamela W.
The price is SAR 271
SAR 568 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
A modern building with the text "IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY" on the facade.

2. Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Clean and quiet"
United States
Garrett
The price is SAR 256
SAR 489 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
A compact kitchen with a red refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a brick backsplash.

3. Lamplight Luxe Lamplight Luxe Lamplight Luxe

Lamplight Luxe Lamplight Luxe Lamplight Luxe
Nevada
The price is SAR 279
SAR 511 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Lamplight Luxe Lamplight Luxe Lamplight Luxe
A modern building with large windows, a visible interior with a Christmas tree, and a snowy outdoor setting.

4. Elm and Hearth: Where wellness comes naturally

Elm and Hearth: Where wellness comes naturally
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"So relaxing and perfect place to disconnect and just enjoy the sounds of nature all around you. Beautiful views walking up in the morning to trees surrounding you."
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is SAR 1,285
SAR 2,106 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Elm and Hearth: Where wellness comes naturally
A hot tub with a wooden deck and chairs, surrounded by trees and a lake.

5. Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
Nashua
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (359 reviews)
"we had an excellent stay"
United States
Jennifer N.
Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
A small, single-story building with a porch, a covered outdoor seating area, and a gravel driveway.

6. Bone's Backwater Retreat - "Where Rest and Relax are on Repeat!" 1 bd Cabin

Bone's Backwater Retreat - "Where Rest and Relax are on Repeat!" 1 bd Cabin
Charles City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"The property was wonderful and so relaxing. Host was very responsive and helpful. Highly recommended."
United States
Nathan H.
The price is SAR 406
SAR 753 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Bone's Backwater Retreat - "Where Rest and Relax are on Repeat!" 1 bd Cabin
A house by a lake with a covered porch and a satellite dish.

7. Cozy pond house nestled in nature waiting for you to enjoy

Cozy pond house nestled in nature waiting for you to enjoy
Osceola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Very clean and really nice place. The host is professional and kind. I would definitely stay again."
United States
Mike
The price is SAR 451
SAR 714 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Cozy pond house nestled in nature waiting for you to enjoy
A rustic building with a stone foundation and a wooden roof, featuring a bench and hanging flower baskets.

8. Cabin Cove on the river

Cabin Cove on the river
Iowa Falls
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Just needed a few nights to stay for work & it was perfect."
United States
Nicole W.
The price is SAR 545
SAR 1,043 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Cabin Cove on the river
A wooden building with a red roof, a wooden porch, and a sign that reads "Sunset Hills Bison Ranch and Lodging."

9. BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance

BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance
Malcom
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Great place to stay if you want a very calm and relaxing place to rest."
United States
Andrew S.
BISON Ranch~Cabin~Heat~A/C~Huge Views~ Bison within walking distance
A serene lake with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

10. Relaxing River Escape | Pet-Friendly Cozy Cabins | Near Yellow Banks Park

Relaxing River Escape | Pet-Friendly Cozy Cabins | Near Yellow Banks Park
Hartford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great little home with plenty to do outside. "
United States
Danielle L.
The price is SAR 796
SAR 1,154 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Relaxing River Escape | Pet-Friendly Cozy Cabins | Near Yellow Banks Park
A single-story wooden house with a porch, a small window, and a mailbox.

11. Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #3

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #3
Melrose
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Exactly what we were looking for, nice view of the lake."
United States
Zach S.
The price is SAR 563
SAR 899 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #3
A rustic outdoor setting with a fire pit, a covered grill, and a house with a porch.

12. Enjoy nature in this 1-bedroom cabin with AC/Heat in rural Knoxville, Iowa.

Enjoy nature in this 1-bedroom cabin with AC/Heat in rural Knoxville, Iowa.
Knoxville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"This cabin is breathtaking. The views are a perfect nature stay without having to be “ too far away “ . There’s a beautiful trail that you can walk while there . Words and pictures don’t do this place justice . The host was so sweet . They really took their time with putting this place together . A bonus is that we even had some of the best sour dough bread of our life prepared by the host .For my family : we wanted to find somewhere to stay that wasn’t too far from home , but wasn’t just your...
United States
Virginia H.
The price is SAR 563
SAR 678 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Enjoy nature in this 1-bedroom cabin with AC/Heat in rural Knoxville, Iowa.
A wooden door leading to a porch with a view of a grassy landscape and a body of water.

13. Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #1

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #1
Melrose
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Cute cabin exactly as advertised. We would definitely stay again!"
United States
Cassey H.
The price is SAR 563
SAR 891 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #1
A serene lake with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

14. Pet-Friendly River Escape | A-Frame Cabin w/ Kitchen | Close to Trails

Pet-Friendly River Escape | A-Frame Cabin w/ Kitchen | Close to Trails
Hartford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"All was wonderful! We had a great time! The RV park/campground was relaxing, well maintained, had friendly staff, and all the amenities. We would return and definitely recommend renting one of these A-frame cabins. The cabin had all the necessities and more! "
United States
Tiffany H.
The price is SAR 796
SAR 1,154 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Pet-Friendly River Escape | A-Frame Cabin w/ Kitchen | Close to Trails
A wooden door leading to a porch with a view of a grassy landscape and a body of water.

15. Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #2

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #2
Melrose
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay."
United States
Missy U.
The price is SAR 563
SAR 899 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #2
A wooden door leading to a porch with a view of a grassy landscape and a body of water.

16. Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #4

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #4
Melrose
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Cabin rented for parents to stay to celebrate fathers birthday at Rathbun."
United States
Tara D.
The price is SAR 563
SAR 899 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #4
A wooden door leading to a porch with a view of a grassy landscape and a body of water.

17. Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #6

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #6
Melrose
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Was down near lake Rathbun for a wedding, the cabin was very well maintained, clean, and cozy. Thank you!"
United States
Rylan R.
The price is SAR 563
SAR 899 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #6
A serene lake with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

18. Riverside RV Park Cabin Retreat | Peaceful | Pet-Friendly | Trails

Riverside RV Park Cabin Retreat | Peaceful | Pet-Friendly | Trails
Hartford
The price is SAR 796
SAR 1,119 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Riverside RV Park Cabin Retreat | Peaceful | Pet-Friendly | Trails
A log cabin with a wooden deck and a metal roof.

19. Relax on the River and Enjoy Southeast Iowa's Beauty

Relax on the River and Enjoy Southeast Iowa's Beauty
Keosauqua
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (192 reviews)
"Clean, cozy, and had everything we needed for a little cabin get away with our family! The area had a lot of great things to do and we enjoyed the state park so close by. "
United States
Morgan H.
The price is SAR 432
SAR 670 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Relax on the River and Enjoy Southeast Iowa's Beauty
A gravel path leading through a landscaped garden with a wooden deck on the left and a street lamp in the center.

20. Secluded 3-bedroom Cabin style home with Pond and Wildlife, mins of New Hampton

Secluded 3-bedroom Cabin style home with Pond and Wildlife, mins of New Hampton
New Hampton
The price is SAR 751
SAR 903 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Secluded 3-bedroom Cabin style home with Pond and Wildlife, mins of New Hampton
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good
"Clean room Good staff - professional and courteous Breakfast was very good with a spotless eating area Parking was not required this trip. I would recommend it’s convenience to the downtown area."
Paul 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown