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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Jetted tub

Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham

Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham
2.5 star property
Pella
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (828 reviews)
"Room was clean and the location was so quiet!"
United States
ashley
The price is SAR 294
SAR 329 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham
Lobby sitting area

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
2.5 star property
Forest City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (395 reviews)
"We were happy with our stay. It was a newer property, very clean and the beds were very comfortable. Our only negative was that the breakfast was only so-so."
United States
Bryan
The price is SAR 301
SAR 337 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
Bar (on property)

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
3.0 star property
Osceola
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great value, nice rooms"
United States
Jan
The price is SAR 270
SAR 355 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
Property grounds

The Grove Inn And Suites

The Grove Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Eagle Grove
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Spacious clean rooms excellent customer service, great location, good breakfast great value for the money!"
United States
Lori
The price is SAR 411
SAR 460 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
The Grove Inn And Suites
Indoor pool

Best Western Holiday Manor

Best Western Holiday Manor
2.5 star property
Newton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Very helpful staff."
United States
Colleen
The price is SAR 330
SAR 370 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Best Western Holiday Manor
Reception

Travelodge by Wyndham Lamoni

Travelodge by Wyndham Lamoni
2.0 star property
Lamoni
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (367 reviews)
"We were very comfortable there to sleep. But the breakfast was not good. I didn't even like the coffee. Basically it was a decent place to sleep."
United States
Robin
The price is SAR 297
SAR 333 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Travelodge by Wyndham Lamoni
Indoor pool

Baymont by Wyndham Pella

Baymont by Wyndham Pella
2.5 star property
Pella
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great hotel & staff!"
United States
Joseph
The price is SAR 268
SAR 300 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Baymont by Wyndham Pella
Lobby

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place with a pet to stop on a road trip. Lovely outdoor look and easy check in and breakfast"
United States
Cole
The price is SAR 312
SAR 350 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
Johnston
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (676 reviews)
"Super great hotel with awesome amenities. We were blown on away at how clean and nice the front desk man was. We will be back to stay here next time we are passing thru."
United States
Jacquelyn
The price is SAR 331
SAR 371 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Restaurant

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa
2.5 star property
Ottumwa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (309 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!"
United States
Matyra
The price is SAR 409
SAR 458 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa
Exterior

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
2.5 star property
Winterset
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (771 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, quiet stay."
United States
Susan
The price is SAR 495
SAR 554 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
Gift shop

Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
2.5 star property
Norwalk
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and the accommodations were very pleasant."
United States
Candice
The price is SAR 274
SAR 307 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (415 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and well maintained."
United States
Mary Jo
The price is SAR 276
SAR 309 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Comfort Inn Story City
Indoor pool

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
2.5 star property
Cedar Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice hotel, breakfast area is nice and and rooms are spacious and clean"
United States
Mary
The price is SAR 320
SAR 374 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
Suite, 1 King Bed with Whirlpool, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Knoxville

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Knoxville
2.5 star property
Knoxville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (527 reviews)
"Very friendly and quiet"
United States
Larry
The price is SAR 351
SAR 394 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Knoxville
Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
3.0 star property
Clear Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Easy check-in and check-out. Breakfast was good."
United States
George
The price is SAR 380
SAR 425 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
Front of property

The Black Hawk Hotel

The Black Hawk Hotel
3.5 star property
Cedar Falls
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (882 reviews)
"I loved this historical hotel, the staff very friendly and helpful."
United States
Theresa
The price is SAR 554
SAR 621 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
The Black Hawk Hotel
Indoor pool

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, (1,363 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and the staff were amazing"
United States
Susan
The price is SAR 337
SAR 377 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Exterior

Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
3.0 star property
Cedar Falls
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (589 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Francisco
The price is SAR 375
SAR 420 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
Exterior

Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge

Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge
2.5 star property
Fort Dodge
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (479 reviews)
"Very clean loved the breakfast."
United States
Becky
The price is SAR 332
SAR 372 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Sleep Inn & Suites Fort Dodge
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful, comfortable and clean hotel, from the lobby to guest rooms! Great amenities including a full hot delicious breakfast! Wonderful staff that is accommodating to whatever the guests needs may be, as we have enjoyed staying at this location several times over the last few years. You won't be disappointed"
Trena 4-night trip
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Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton