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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,292 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Courtney
The price is AED 345
AED 386 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,056 reviews)
"Very helpful staff; classic property with great character; comfortable and clean"
United States
Christopher Herr
The price is AED 559
AED 626 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Des Lux Hotel

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
Clive
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,248 reviews)
"Great place to stay for out-of-state guests! Front desk staff were EXTREMELY friendly!"
United States
Daniel
The price is AED 327
AED 366 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Wildwood Lodge

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,028 reviews)
"Love this hotel"
United States
Morgan
The price is AED 404
AED 452 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,042 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Will definitely stay again."
United States
Barbara
The price is AED 314
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Overall great stay , staff was very accommodating! "
United States
Karen
The price is AED 373
AED 418 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Hyatt Place is always a desirable hotel for me when I travel. Clean comfortable rooms. Great amenities. The breakfast is always really good, too."
United States
Rory
The price is AED 364
AED 407 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,461 reviews)
"Clean room and staff are friendly."
United States
Lauren
The price is AED 327
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Best Western Holiday Lodge

Best Western Holiday Lodge
3.0 star property
Clear Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (637 reviews)
"great location "
United States
Joel
The price is AED 327
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Best Western Holiday Lodge

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Parking lot and lower entrance closed for construction Overflow lot was full when we returned after dinner Had to walk from lot across street Hope construction is done by next stay"
United States
Jan
The price is AED 437
AED 490 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, breakfast was decent and room was comfortable "
Canada
CHRIS
The price is AED 404
AED 453 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (992 reviews)
"GREAT PLACE TO STAY"
United States
DAVID
The price is AED 528
AED 591 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
Greater South Side
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, staff was friendly, easy to find and park"
United States
Heidi
The price is AED 256
AED 287 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
3.0 star property
Clive
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice place - we love it! "
United States
Rhonda
The price is AED 300
AED 336 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was great."
United States
Dena
The price is AED 496
AED 556 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
3.0 star property
Osceola
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"We enjoyed our time there"
United States
Robert
The price is AED 264
AED 347 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Parking was easy Great location "
United States
Patrick
The price is AED 466
AED 522 total
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
Watrous South
7.0 out of 10, Good, (187 reviews)
"Clean hotel with breakfast and heated pool."
United States
Johnathan
The price is AED 189
AED 211 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"It was a nice place to visit with a good breakfast."
United States
Janae
The price is AED 340
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
3.5 star property
West Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Hotel is very nice and quiet, breakfast is expensive and restaurant is high priced too. Great location, plenty of places close by. "
United States
Dennis
The price is AED 371
AED 416 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
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What are the best 3-star hotels in Central Iowa?
Based on comments shared by our customers, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is among the best 3-star hotels in Des Moines, Central Iowa. It offers a swimming pool and a wet bar, and is around 0.16 kilometers east of the center. Guests also highly recommend Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel, approximately 0.32 kilometers northeast of downtown. Pool sun loungers and a barbecue grill help make it a leading city stay.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Central Iowa?
The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Central Iowa is the standard of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more budget-friendly and include the amenities and services required to ensure your comfort, such as breakfast, a gym and WiFi. You can look forward to a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket décor, deluxe toiletries and extra touches like spa and wellness centers.

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