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A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (636 reviews)
"Nice spacious room and a good breakfast."
United States
Dana
The price is ₩142,021
₩159,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

2. 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, (1,008 reviews)
"Great breakfast"
United States
Elma
The price is ₩120,669
₩135,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Room

3. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Douglas
The price is ₩87,948
₩98,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

4. Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (436 reviews)
"Nice clean room with comfortable beds. Good breakfast."
United States
Patricia
The price is ₩116,624
₩130,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Comfort Inn Story City
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

5. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Place was clean & lobby inviting. Breakfast was very good. Pool water was a little cool for."
United States
Carol
The price is ₩121,569
₩136,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

6. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, value, breakfast"
United States
Bertis
The price is ₩83,959
₩94,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Sonesta Essential Ames
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

7. 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, (1,404 reviews)
"The location is amazing, right by the stadium"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ₩130,944
₩146,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, easy to check in, yummy breakfast, and right next to a gas station"
United States
Melissa
The price is ₩112,323
₩125,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
A spacious lobby with patterned armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk in the background.

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
2.5 star property
Boone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (469 reviews)
"We had a great stay."
United States
Kim
The price is ₩132,145
₩148,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items, a bakery section, and a sign indicating the need for a pan.

10. 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, (396 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean an staff was very helpful & courteous"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ₩147,813
₩165,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
Exterior

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (740 reviews)
"Very clean and updated, friendly staff, great breakfast options, easy location off the highway"
United States
Christy
The price is ₩148,416
₩166,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

12. 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, (1,046 reviews)
"Clean hotel, friendly staff"
United States
Todd
The price is ₩112,391
₩125,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden ceiling beams, and multiple windows.

13. AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake

AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
3.0 star property
Clear Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good breakfast"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ₩102,126
₩114,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

14. Qube Hotel

Qube Hotel
2.5 star property
Polk City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (821 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
Jaime
The price is ₩108,118
₩127,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Qube Hotel
A bathroom with a black sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a shower curtain.

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (770 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Christopher
The price is ₩113,077
₩126,647 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.

16. 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, (854 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay!!!"
United States
Robin
The price is ₩118,944
₩133,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

17. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
3.0 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (639 reviews)
"Great place to stay….all very comfortable and close to lots of dining options"
United States
michael
The price is ₩130,250
₩145,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
A bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, a cash register, and bar stools.

18. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
3.0 star property
Osceola
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Comfortable overnight stay as we’re passing through, staff was very friendly and informative. Room was clean, restaurant/food was good and also enjoyed the casino!"
United States
Alexsia
The price is ₩96,092
₩126,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

19. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
2.5 star property
Newton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (911 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, good overall experience!"
United States
Ann
The price is ₩152,688
₩171,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

20. 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, (370 reviews)
"was a great location for all of our needs. felt very safe in the area would definitely stay there again"
United States
gary
The price is ₩127,656
₩142,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
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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 5 hours ago
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

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