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Our top choices for Central Iowa 2-star hotels

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

1. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,933 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Jacklyn J
The price is AED 320
AED 358 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

2. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Good place to spend the night. The pool and hot tube were clean and warmer than most other hotels we have stayed at. Breakfast was good. No issues."
United States
Sanjeeva
The price is AED 271
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Greater South Side
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,833 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Abdifatah
The price is AED 250
AED 280 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

4. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2.0 star property
Lovington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Our room was clean and quiet. Easy access off the interstate."
Canada
Joan
The price is AED 217
AED 254 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window.

5. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2.0 star property
West Des Moines
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,116 reviews)
"Great and safer area to stay."
United States
petro
The price is AED 229
AED 256 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff were friendly and helpful."
United States
Rosalee
The price is AED 327
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

7. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Greater South Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Tom
The price is AED 331
AED 371 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"One of the nicest comfort inns I’ve stayed at it was very quiet for being in a busy spot of town"
United States
Ana
The price is AED 340
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette.

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
2.5 star property
Forest City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Clean, slept great, quite location."
United States
Deanna
The price is AED 375
AED 420 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
Pool

10. Crossroads Hotel and Event Center

Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
2.5 star property
Fort Dodge
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (636 reviews)
"I loved it here. Cant wait to come back"
United States
Tanya
The price is AED 265
AED 297 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

11. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,189 reviews)
"Great place to stay with a family!"
United States
Breanna
The price is AED 322
AED 360 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central courtyard with a flower bed, and a well-maintained lawn.

12. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
2.0 star property
Marquisville
5.8 out of 10, (463 reviews)
"It’s a clean comfortable room for a low price."
United States
Edward
The price is AED 225
AED 252 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
A dog lying on a bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Staff was very friendly. And the room was very clean and comfy."
United States
CaSandra
The price is AED 389
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A restaurant with a stone wall, multiple tables, chairs, a counter, and a television.

14. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Greater South Side
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Our room was clean, quiet, and staff was awesome. The price was very reasonable."
United States
Jennifer
The price is AED 234
AED 262 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and lounge chairs.

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
2.5 star property
Grinnell
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (994 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Steven
The price is AED 377
AED 422 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

16. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, value, breakfast"
United States
Bertis
The price is AED 231
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sonesta Essential Ames
A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

17. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean! Would stay here again!!"
United States
Karen
The price is AED 336
AED 376 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a sun clock.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
2.5 star property
Cedar Falls
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"great breakfast"
United States
Douglas
The price is AED 302
AED 353 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.

19. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
2.5 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here for a visit to our son at ISU. Room was clean, staff was friendly and the breakfast was as expected. Would stay here again."
United States
Brandy
The price is AED 276
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a large window.

20. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
2.5 star property
Altoona
7.8 out of 10, Good, (836 reviews)
"Overall great stay"
United States
Abby
The price is AED 262
AED 294 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is AED 355 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
AED 355
AED 398 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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