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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, (401 reviews)
"Clean room, great breakfast."
United States
Andrea
The price is ₩144,844
₩162,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

2. 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 ₩141,358
₩158,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

3. 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, (1,318 reviews)
"Breakfast fantastic!"
United States
Wayne
The price is ₩108,633
₩121,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, a TV mounted on the wall, and a skylight.

4. Iowa House

Iowa House
3.0 star property
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (899 reviews)
"Loved my stay there. Very clean, cosy, charming, great breakfast, awesome staff, and wonderful location. Highly recommend!"
United States
LAURA
The price is ₩146,655
₩164,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Iowa House
A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

5. 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, (887 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff were friendly and helpful."
United States
Rosalee
The price is ₩119,496
₩133,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

6. 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 ₩128,294
₩143,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Terrace/patio

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (110 reviews)
"Everything about this location was fantastic! Staff was polite, room was clean and modern, amenities were great, and breakfast was well stocked."
United States
todd m
The price is ₩126,470
₩141,646 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Tremont on Main Hotel & Restaurants."

8. 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 ₩193,126
₩216,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Tremont Inn on Main
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Easy access off I80. Room was clean- great free breakfast. Staff friendly and plenty of parking"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ₩132,760
₩148,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Best Western Holiday Manor
A room with a large window offering a view of a green field and a water body. There are two round tables and four chairs.

10. 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 ₩147,513
₩165,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a brick facade.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (843 reviews)
"The stay was nice, beds were comfortable."
United States
rick
The price is ₩132,774
₩148,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

12. Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (449 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
United States
William
The price is ₩112,858
₩126,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn Story City
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

13. 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, (1,050 reviews)
"I have stayed here several times and is always perfect."
United States
Gregory J
The price is ₩111,074
₩124,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (775 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Christopher
The price is ₩112,858
₩126,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a prominent 'Courtyard by Marriott' sign.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (343 reviews)
"We checked in after 10pm, easy and friendly staff"
United States
Darci
The price is ₩124,257
₩139,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (643 reviews)
"The room was great, staff was friendly and the breakfast is always solid! Stayed here several times."
United States
Giovanni
The price is ₩109,974
₩123,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.

17. 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 ₩115,473
₩129,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

18. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (943 reviews)
"Nice staff and beautiful grounds"
United States
Stacia
The price is ₩175,020
₩196,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas, chairs, and tables.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Marshalltown

Hampton Inn & Suites Marshalltown
2.5 star property
Marshalltown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (498 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good breakfast and good coffee all day"
United States
Guy
The price is ₩131,097
₩146,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Marshalltown
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

20. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
2.0 star property
Colfax
7.6 out of 10, Good, (634 reviews)
"Everything was good, made for a very pleasant stay."
United States
Raymond
The price is ₩77,787
₩87,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
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.
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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, (1001)
The price is ₩107,560
₩120,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Central Iowa

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
The price is ₩115,473
₩129,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
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.
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good
"Building in rooms were incredibly outdated and scratched in a little stained but the staff was phenomenal and wonderful humans."
Annatéa 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown