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Top Cheap Central Iowa Hotels

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

1 hour drive from Iowa State University

Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

8/10 Very Good! (780 reviews)

The bathroom door lock was broken. The front door was difficult to lock. The bathroom did not have hotel shampoo. On a good note, the room was clean and the bed was comfortable.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Red Roof Inn Ames

1418 S Dayton Place Ames IA

5 min drive from Iowa State University

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

Cozy Rest Motel

2316 Southeast 14th Street Des Moines IA

1 hour drive from Iowa State University

Stay at this motel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

7.8/10 Good! (653 reviews)

The room was clean and the staff friendly. It is an old motel but was perfect for a quick stay while on the road as it is inexpensive.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

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