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Name: Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
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Top Central Iowa 2 Star hotels

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA

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$70 nightly

$78 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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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. ...

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA

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$109 nightly

$122 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

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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! (1,868 reviews)

"Staff was amazing. Breakfast was grand! The value for the cottage suite was awesome. A must stay and a hidden gem."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

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$50 nightly

$56 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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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! (1,003 reviews)

"Our room was okay. The air conditioner was loud when it came on ,it sounded like a Mac truck starting up. But was very good blowing cold air. The walls were dirty needed a good scrubbing . Bathroom was nice . Very quiet place. No ice ever in their machine ."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

Best Western Holiday Manor

208 W 4th St North Newton IA

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$99 nightly

$111 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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This hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)

"The hotel staff were really nice but the pool smelled awful and there was wet toilet paper on the ground around in the pool area. I thought the room was nice and clean until my son looked under the bed and found a bunch of trash. This property should really do better with their cleaning."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA

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$109 nightly

$122 total

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Enjoy the hot tub and free perks like continental breakfast and free self parking. WiFi in public areas ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (729 reviews)

"I don’t ever leave reviews unless it’s really bad. Hospitality was not good at all. I stayed three days and breakfast was bad. No one ever refilled coffee and every morning breakfast, there was something that they ran out of. Front desk attitude was just not good even when we asked if something could ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2500 University Blvd. Ames IA

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$99 nightly

$111 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub and ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)

"I have stayed at this hotel multiple times and come back because of the location - there is ample parking and a great gas station/convenience store next door. It’s not the most updated or luxurious hotel, but it was decent and clean. This visit however I noticed that the property was dirty, my room ..."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

11414 Forest Ave Clive IA

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$68 nightly

$76 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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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 ...

7.8/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)

"They been pushing on day i was about to checkout and i did check out on Wednesday instead of Thursday so is there any way i can get credit for 1 night ?"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

2701 Adventureland Dr Altoona IA

Fully refundable

$63 nightly

$71 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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 ...

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA

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$64 nightly

$71 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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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 ...

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

300 34th Avenue NW Altoona IA

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$73 nightly

$82 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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 ...

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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.