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Top Central Iowa 2 Star hotels

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$51 nightly
The price is $57 total per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
$57 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities are also on ...
7.8/10 Good! (702 reviews)
Staff is GREAT! Love to see the same staff from visit to visit.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
$71 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and free airport shuttle. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,679 reviews)
Had a great stay and was impressed with the staff and the hotel. Will stay again!

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$87 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$98 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Clean, good breakfast, enjoyed our stay!

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

2 out of 5
11414 Forest Ave Clive IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$65 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
$73 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was clean, staff was very good and nice!!

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 out of 5
120 Sw Water St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$87 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$98 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Guests will appreciate free perks like on-the-go breakfast and WiFi in public areas. Self parking, a 24-hour business ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
Good location, fine room, good breakfast. Highly recommended if you're coming to downtown Des Moines.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2 out of 5
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
$71 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Only thing I'd say needed to be done is I've noticed not every room has an ice bucket & don't understand the 3 pillow thing either.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

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AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$62 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31
$70 total
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free full breakfast, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle. Traveling on business? Take advantage ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
The ability to shuttle to the airport and leave my car in a safe spot was great

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

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Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$83 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$93 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, conference center, and conference ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,790 reviews)
Room was clean but smoke alarm was hanging from the ceiling so check your rooms for maintenance. Staff was very friendly and helpful at desk. Housekeeping did knock and try to enter our room before I could answer the door at 10am, an hour before checkout, so educate them to let us answer. It takes ...

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

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Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$103 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$116 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a gym and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free perks include continental breakfast, free self parking, and a roundtrip airport shuttle. You'll appreciate ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
We were caught in the Thanksgiving snow storm and our flights were canceled for two days. Hampton Inn is super close to the DesMoines airport and has a shuttle so we chose this hotel. All of staff are extremely kind and accommodating and it feels like a family owned hotel. They made our inconvenient ...

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$84 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
$94 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle. Families will appreciate the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,158 reviews)
Staff was good

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

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2 Star Hotels Central Iowa

Looking to break out of your routine for some much needed rest and relaxation? Or maybe you’ve already decided it’s time for a trip and are trying to find affordable hotels in Central Iowa that won’t bust your travel budget?

Central Iowa 2 star hotels will give you everything you need to enjoy the city like a local, saving a ton of money so you can hit all the hot spots in town.

Have a delicious breakfast at your hotel to fuel up for your day of sightseeing, then enjoy amenities like fresh towels and linens, as well as a nice hot shower to unwind after a busy day of experiencing everything the city has to offer.

As you explore a new locale, or one you love to visit over and over, you can rest easy knowing you’re staying in a great hotel that lets you discover Central Iowa and welcomes you back to a clean, comfortable room at night.

Browse Travelocity’s wide selection of 2 star hotels in Central Iowa and find one that’s perfectly priced and places you next to all the best activities and sights. The town is your oyster, and we can help you seek out its secrets while sticking to your budget.

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