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Top Central Iowa hotels

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$169 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$189 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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 ...
"It was a great stay staff and service was amazing."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$144 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$161 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Valet parking, a business center, and a coffee shop are also ...
"Great space!"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3 out of 5
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$111 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$124 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
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. Guests ...
"Always our go to in Des moines"

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3 out of 5
2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$100 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, conference center, ...
"Clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 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
$73 nightly
The price is $82 total per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
$82 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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. ...
"Good"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

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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
$50 nightly
The price is $56 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$56 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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 ...
"Always has a lot going on"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

2.5 out of 5
4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$60 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$67 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of ...
"b nv"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 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 Oct 8 to Oct 9
$71 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
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 ...
"Very. Nice"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

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Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$71 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$79 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
A water park and a restaurant are featured at this smoke-free hotel. There's fun for all ages with a children's pool and a waterslide, and families will appreciate ...
"Was nice hotel little outdated in room curtains are very worn but overall room was clean. Breakfast was good nothing special waffles and cereal along with fruit and granola bars. Was disappointed Sunday when went down to breakfast early Sunday to watch Vikings game in the breakfast area(which is ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

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