Explore 74 Luxury Hotels in Central Iowa

Name: Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Price range: $63 total
Rating: 7.4

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Best Luxury Hotels in Central Iowa

Des Lux Hotel

800 Locust St Des Moines IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$169 nightly

$189 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Total with taxes and fees

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

9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,041 reviews)

The hotel amenities and staff were excellent! From 10:00 PM to 3 AM. There was nonstop street racing that was so loud I thought they were in my room. I did not sleep at all! When I mentioned it to the front desk at check out they said “yeah it happens all the time. You should’ve called the police”. ...

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Covered Bridge Inn

1312 Cedar Bridge Rd. Winterset IA

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$79 nightly

$88 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Total with taxes and fees

This motel features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free continental breakfast each morning. A terrace, a picnic area, and a computer ...

9/10 Wonderful! (777 reviews)

Very clean, in all areas. Friendly staff. I would recommend this place.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

1390 Nw 118th St Clive IA

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$77 nightly

$86 total

Mar 25 - Mar 26

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free buffet breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the business ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)

Easy check in

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

7213 Nordic Dr Cedar Falls IA

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$102 nightly

$114 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (600 reviews)

Everything was clean and all, staff were nice. Only thing was the bed wasn’t as comfortable as I thought it was.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

1236 Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines IA

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$79 nightly

$89 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Total with taxes and fees

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

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)

Everything thing went great, just the way it should be.

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

101 E Locust St Des Moines IA

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$114 nightly

$128 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and free full breakfast each morning. Valet parking, a 24-hour business ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Great welcoming checkin staff! Hotel could use some updating but kept clean!

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Marshalltown

115 Iowa Ave W Marshalltown IA

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$65 nightly

$72 total

Apr 1 - Apr 2

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 ...

7.6/10 Good! (670 reviews)

Did not use business facilities. Location is great.

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA

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$57 nightly

$63 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

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! (1,004 reviews)

The hot tub in the room was awesome

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

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Central Iowa Luxury Hotels

Do you want to stay at an elegant 5 star hotel for your next getaway? Do you want to be pampered like royalty? When you're ready, the Central Iowa luxury hotels are the plush oasis you’ve been looking for.

Choose from the best luxury hotels in Central Iowa to make your stay as comfortable and memorable as possible. Deluxe amenities await you upon check-in—perks like a heated pool, luxurious spa, and 24-hour reception service will cater to your every need, no matter the hour. If you’re tired from the day’s activities and don’t feel like wandering around to look for a meal, sit down to dinner at one of the high-end restaurants on property or contact room service for a sophisticated dining experience in the comfort of your own suite. Getting to and from the airport will be an easy task as well because most of these fancy hotels offer a free shuttle service for easy transportation.

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Central Iowa hotels essential information

Accommodation	1,608 hotels
Lowest Price	$63
Highest Price	$189
Popular hotels	Des Lux Hotel, Sonesta Essential Des Moines, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive, Covered Bridge Inn, Baymont by Wyndham Marshalltown, Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls, SpringHill Suites Des Moines West, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Popular Luxury Stays in Central Iowa

Recent Central Iowa Hotel Reviews By Fellow Wanderers

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

5 out of 5

Posted 8 hours ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Great experience for the money. "

A verified traveler stayed at Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2 out of 5

Posted 1 day ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Pool room heater was broken. Water temps were a bit chilly but the room it's self was freezing. Very noisy property-.kids running up and down the halls all night. Staff was rude and property was run down . . "

A verified traveler stayed at Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Des Lux Hotel

1 out of 5

Posted 1 day ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"The hotel amenities and staff were excellent! From 10:00 PM to 3 AM. There was nonstop street racing that was so loud I thought they were in my room. I did not sleep at all! When I mentioned it to the front desk at check out they said “yeah it happens all the time. You should’ve called the police”. Really!? Love the hotel will never stay there again."

A verified traveler stayed at Des Lux Hotel

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

3 out of 5

Posted 1 day ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"When we got to our room the toilet would not stop running, told the front desk put us in a different room. The first room had two queen beds and a fold out couch, the second room only had two queen beds. When I told the front desk because I didn’t want to be charged for a bigger room when we couldn’t stay in that one she said that they don’t have rooms like that. The pool was kinda gross!! Not updated "

A verified traveler stayed at Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West