A historic building with a large central archway and a pond in the foreground.

Find Family Hotels in Central Iowa, IA

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Central Iowa Family Hotels

Our top choices for Central Iowa family-friendly hotels

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a coffee station.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
2.5 star property
Marshalltown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (402 reviews)
"Comfortable bed, great breakfast, clean room and friendly staff. I would stay here again"
United States
Keri
The price is ₩135,658
₩151,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (672 reviews)
"The general manager at the front desk was super nice and helpful. Property was very clean and well maintained."
United States
Tasha
The price is ₩135,122
₩151,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

3. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay"
United States
David
The price is ₩113,026
₩126,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

4. 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, (1,437 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff"
United States
Kristin
The price is ₩119,025
₩133,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,049 reviews)
"Nice place! Would stay again!"
United States
Paula
The price is ₩111,240
₩124,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

6. Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (452 reviews)
"The facility was clean and the Staff very welcoming. Breakfast selection was very good."
United States
Tim
The price is ₩113,026
₩126,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Inn Story City
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (746 reviews)
"Breakfast was great"
United States
Kim
The price is ₩126,659
₩141,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, and a nightstand with a lamp.

8. Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (164 reviews)
"Awesome staff and great rooms"
United States
Michaella
The price is ₩119,399
₩133,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Spark by Hilton Ames
An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

9. Best Western Holiday Manor

Best Western Holiday Manor
2.5 star property
Newton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Easy access off I80. Room was clean- great free breakfast. Staff friendly and plenty of parking"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ₩132,237
₩148,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Best Western Holiday Manor
A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (889 reviews)
"Very clean room and friendly staff."
United States
Anahy
The price is ₩119,025
₩133,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

11. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
Ankeny
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"New hotel and everything worked great!"
United States
Kristi
The price is ₩113,548
₩127,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.

12. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
"The rooms were super nice and clean and the beds were very comfortable."
United States
Maddox
The price is ₩115,645
₩129,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

13. 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)
"Nice place to stay in Ames."
United States
William
The price is ₩99,218
₩111,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a prominent 'Courtyard by Marriott' sign.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (345 reviews)
"Our front desk person was absolutely amazing"
United States
Krista
The price is ₩123,767
₩138,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

15. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,313 reviews)
"Breakfast fantastic!"
United States
Wayne
The price is ₩108,204
₩121,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

16. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
2.5 star property
Newton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (918 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, good overall experience!"
United States
Ann
The price is ₩146,931
₩164,562 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (644 reviews)
"The room was great, staff was friendly and the breakfast is always solid! Stayed here several times."
United States
Giovanni
The price is ₩110,138
₩123,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (657 reviews)
"Great location for restaurants and things in the area."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ₩147,048
₩164,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a warm interior lighting.

19. Tremont Inn on Main

Tremont Inn on Main
3.5 star property
Marshalltown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"Vintage hotel"
United States
Dennis
The price is ₩192,364
₩215,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Tremont Inn on Main
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

20. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Patti was very helpful at the front desk and the breakfast was great"
United States
Marisol
The price is ₩157,631
₩176,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Central Iowa

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Central Iowa

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
The price is ₩113,026
₩126,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
View all properties

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Central Iowa

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
The price is ₩113,026
₩126,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was so friendly! And we really enjoyed the restaurant on site. The hotel is close proximity to Iowa State University. Clean and well maintained. Will stay here the next time we visit our son at ISU!"
Stacie 4-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University