Book Hotels in Central Iowa, IA

Cabins, apartments, houseboats! We offer comfortable & private vacation rentals

Save an extra 10% or more on select hotels with Member Discounts

Access exclusive hotel deals, only with the Travelocity app

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
In two weeks

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Star rating
Payment type
Payment type
Property type
Property type
Neighborhood
Neighborhood
Traveler experience
Traveler experience
Popular locations
Popular locations
Meal plans available
Meal plans available
Amenities
Amenities
Accessibility
Accessibility

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 Mar 2 to Mar 3
$189 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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 ...
Staff great, room was excellent. Always enjoyable stay

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Opens in a new windowDes Lux Hotel
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 Mar 8 to Mar 9
$161 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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 room, restaurants, and staff.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Opens in a new windowHotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

3 out of 5
5505 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$100 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$112 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
Very nice hotel. Clean, great staff and convenient location. Will definitely stay again!

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Opens in a new windowDrury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
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
$98 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$109 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. Guests ...
Spotless room, courteous staff, good breakfast selection, appreciative of the fitness center

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Opens in a new windowHome2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

3 out of 5
295 South 64th st West Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$93 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$104 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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 ...
Room was clean staff very nice and breakfast was good!

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Opens in a new windowHyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
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
$92 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$103 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
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 ...
Room and entire hotel was very clean. Staff very friendly.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Opens in a new windowFairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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
$86 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$97 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
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, fun staff, nice pool

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Opens in a new windowGateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
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
$96 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
$108 total
Mar 14 - Mar 15
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 ...
Started my visit by having to get a new suite due to the fireplace being out. Moved to a new suite and was woken up at 9:30am by maintenance telling me they need to come in my room and look at my plumbing. My partner and I both not clothed declined entry. In order to avoid an even more awkward and ...

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Opens in a new windowStoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

2 out of 5
7625 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$80 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
$89 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Total with taxes and fees
A 24-hour gym, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. A terrace, a snack bar/deli, and a grocery/convenience ...
Clean room . Very spacious and accommodating

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Opens in a new windowSonesta Simply Suites Des Moines
Don't see what you're looking for?
See all available properties in Central Iowa
View all properties
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Cheap Central Iowa hotels

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Recent Central Iowa hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity