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Jun 25 - Jun 26
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Jun 27 - Jun 29
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Top Central Iowa 3 Stars Hotels

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Very friendly staff!"
The price is P6,910
P7,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Living area

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Clean, friendly, updated rooms and quiet. Good location and dining."
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Wildwood Lodge
Terrace/patio

Wildwood Lodge

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1220)
"Great place to stay"
Wildwood Lodge
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Front of property

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (820)
"Nice place"
The price is P4,749
P5,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Lobby

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Great price and a great room... very clean."
The price is P4,886
P5,473 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Indoor pool

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1577)
"Great place to stay"
The price is P6,378
P7,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
Indoor pool, open 6 AM to 11 PM, sun loungers

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great place to stay"
The price is P5,794
P6,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Hotel was clean and staff was very friendly. "
The price is P5,887
P6,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
Exterior

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"The West Des Moines Sheraton was an excellent hotel. The room was very clean, well kept, everything worked, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. "
The price is P5,772
P6,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Indoor pool

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (475)
"Book this hotel for the pool, it was great! Location of the hotel was good. "
The price is P4,148
P4,646 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Best Western Holiday Lodge
In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Best Western Holiday Lodge

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (540)
"Excellent place to stay. Hotel was full but very quiet."
The price is P5,607
P6,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Best Western Holiday Lodge
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Free daily buffet breakfast

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great hotel, great location!"
The price is P5,314
P5,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (869)
"Excellent stay"
The price is P6,267
P7,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Lakeside Hotel Casino
Restaurant

Lakeside Hotel Casino

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"It was a fun close to home stay"
The price is P5,143
P6,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Lakeside Hotel Casino
Des Lux Hotel
Property entrance

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1016)
"Amazing location! We loved everything about the hotel!"
Des Lux Hotel
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"A great time spent with the family for a quick overnight. "
The price is P6,801
P7,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU
Lobby

Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"It was very clean, staff were super friendly. Just wish they had a better breakfast sele tio "
The price is P4,835
P5,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Free buffet breakfast

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great stay!"
The price is P5,482
P6,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Exterior

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Nice accommodations "
The price is P5,052
P5,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Lobby sitting area

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (697)
"Nice looking place well kept up great staff and quiet location and nice place to rest."
The price is P4,096
P4,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The price is P6,952 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P6,952
P7,786 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Central Iowa?
If you're headed to Des Moines for your Central Iowa vacation, you'll find some comfortable and convenient 3-star hotels. Many Expedia travelers opt for Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown. Around 0.16 kilometers east of the downtown area, it features a swimming pool and a wet bar. Another recommended pick is Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel. Book a room here and use a swimming pool and pool sun loungers, and be around 0.16 kilometers northeast of the center.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Central Iowa?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Central Iowa?
The most obvious difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Central Iowa is the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. 3-star hotels are usually lower priced and come with the services and conveniences required to be comfy, such as a gym, breakfast and WiFi. You can look forward to a little more at a 4-star hotel --- think upmarket interiors, premium bathroom products and extras like on-site spas.