The Best Cheap Hotels in Central Iowa, IA from SAR 264 in 2026 | Expedia

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16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for Central Iowa cheap hotels

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Breakfast area

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Lobby sitting area

1. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Ames

United States

Douglas

SAR 249

SAR 279 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue armchairs, and a bar area.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

2. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Altoona

United States

Terri

SAR 311

SAR 348 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with a wooden wall, glass sliding doors, and seating areas including a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a round table set for four, a white sofa, and a large potted plant.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, a bench press, and a rack of dumbbells.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and round coffee table.

3. Chic Downtown Studio with Gym Access & Rooftop Lounge

Downtown Des Moines

United States

PEDRO

SAR 218

SAR 579 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, chairs, a TV screen, and a poster on the wall.

A hotel corridor with a reception desk, a microwave, two chairs, and a TV screen displaying a promotional message.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a prominent '6' sign on the building.

4. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

West Des Moines

United States

petro

SAR 236

SAR 265 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A corner room with two blue chairs, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a small table.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a statue, a potted plant, and a wall clock.

5. Blue Haven Motel

Osceola

United States

Douglas

SAR 218

SAR 244 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.

A brick building with a covered entrance and a car parked in front.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a flat-screen TV.

6. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

United States

Felicia

SAR 246

SAR 275 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a grill area.

A bedroom with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, a painting above the bed, and a wardrobe.

A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and a rack of dumbbells.

Living area

7. Sleepover | Exclusive Studio and Gym - Des Moines

Drake

United States

Gary

SAR 227

SAR 683 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

8. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills

United States

Robert

SAR 324

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"wonderful hotel but they could upgrade their toilets as they are kid size, they belong in a preschool setting. Tall people will have a hard time with those."

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel. Great workout area and loved the sauna, steam room and hot tub. I used them all! Breakfast was Excellant. Staff was great. Will definitely be back!"

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

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

10/10 Excellent

"Spotless room and lobby"

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, as expected. Pool & hottub were nice. Breakfast was pleasant, staff were respectful and helpful. Would stay again!"

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room helpful staff"

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good

"Stains in toilet"

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good

"The hot tub wasn’t working but over all was a good stay"

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great here. Staff were nice and friendly and gave a great dinner recommendation. Enjoyed my stay."