The Best 3 Star Hotels in Central Iowa, IA from AED 245

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area | 45-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

1. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ames

Katsuya

AED 356

AED 399 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

Clive

Chloe

AED 309

AED 346 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

Clive

Breanna

AED 307

AED 344 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

Ankeny

Jessica

AED 310

AED 347 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

Milagros

AED 250

AED 280 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

6. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

West Des Moines

Marjorie

AED 355

AED 398 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

7. Des Lux Hotel

Downtown Des Moines

Erin M

AED 526

AED 589 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

8. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Ames

Jonathan

AED 248

AED 278 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA

AED 464

AED 519 total

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

207 Crocker Street Des Moines IA

AED 340

AED 381 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (516 reviews)

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

11211 Hickman Rd Urbandale IA

AED 479

AED 536 total

3 Oct - 4 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (744 reviews)

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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

8/10 Good

"Average! Nothing special but get the job done with clean comfy rooms."

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel which cost less than expected considering a more expensive hotel in the same area may not have had much more to offer. We had three bikes with us that they locked up in their conference room right next to the lobby so we didn’t have to lug them up to our room. Very nice."

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Stay here overnight with my husband. We checked in kind of late and had to be let in my the rest attendant since we didnt have a key. That's a safety feature that I appreciated. We got a Jacuzzi room. The room was a good size and very clean. The shower was good, the bed seemed a little hard,but that's just due to my preference. Some people like firmer mattresses. The jacuzzi was a little small for 2 of us, but we made it work. The breakfast was really good, and a lot of seating for everyone. I would definitely recommend this place and would for sure stay here again!"

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

8/10 Good

"Staff was extremely friendly and the restaurant and bar on site was nice."

Frequently asked questions

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.

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 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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Our top choices for Central Iowa 3-star hotels

1. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

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

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

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

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport