Title: The 10 Best 2 Star Hotels in Central Iowa - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Central Iowa Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Iowa.dx6059968)[Hotels in Central Iowa](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Iowa-Hotels.d6059968.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Central Iowa](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Iowa-Holiday-Rentals.d6059968.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Central Iowa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-Iowa.d6059968.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Central Iowa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Central-Iowa.d6059968.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Central Iowa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central-Iowa.d6059968.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Iowa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Iowa.d6059968.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park featuring outdoor art and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287745/f794efaf-aa4c-4107-9bcc-c5b49c2ee926.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Compare and book 2 Star hotels in Central Iowa, Iowa - 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16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Days-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Des-Moines-Airport.h49826.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/01d93670.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/4a8285f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/09fcb0cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/cf87adb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West West Des Moines 9.0/10 Wonderful (1023) "rooms was clean and hotel pool area was nice" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Leslie £68 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-And-Suites-By-Marriott-Des-Moines-West.h77590.Hotel-Information) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51132/19d7f7a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51132/6b013026.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily on-the-go breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51132/c71e4664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51132/ae3456f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA Clive 7.8/10 Good (1007) "A very good super 8" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Lawrence £47 includes taxes & fees 17 Dec - 18 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-CliveW-Des-Moines.h51132.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7900000/7897600/7897548/c095d752.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7900000/7897600/7897548/0e9a7aad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7900000/7897600/7897548/bd5c2167.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Minibar, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7900000/7897600/7897548/3524b4ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown Downtown Des Moines 8.6/10 Excellent (1018) "Clean room, friendly staff, convenient location" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Seth £74 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Des-Moines-Downtown.h7897548.Hotel-Information) ![Suite, Multiple Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/9b65231b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/c26d2b2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/2a5d2e2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50800/50789/87e96b3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sonesta Essential Des Moines Lovington 7.4/10 Good (1017) "Clean room, nice staff. The only complaint is the breakfast." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Lindsey £53 includes taxes & fees 8 Dec - 9 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Sonesta-Essential-Des-Moines.h50789.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/855969/6f15108b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/855969/2f607891.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/855969/f44ceb77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/855969/ca4e10b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport Greater South Side 7.8/10 Good (1017) "The staff was great, check in was fast and easy" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Joel £53 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Des-Moines-Airport.h855969.Hotel-Information) ![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152300/1152222/8b967b66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152300/1152222/a319fe56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152300/1152222/e8ab1f94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152300/1152222/e7c93771.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston Johnston 9.0/10 Wonderful (1793) "Great customer service by the hotel staff!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Adam £64 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Stoney-Creek-Hotel-Des-Moines-Johnston.h1152222.Hotel-Information) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17400/17394/11ef309e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17400/17394/7983d49f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17400/17394/w3832h2415x3y0-c0f9b137.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Study with Chaise) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17400/17394/05d77222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport Greater South Side 8.8/10 Excellent (1013) "Yes Would definitely recommend this property for airport travelers to/from Des Moines " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Michael £87 includes taxes & fees 8 Dec - 9 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Des-Moines-Airport.h17394.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/473200/473122/35b2ee27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/473200/473122/a6b7d6ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/473200/473122/b54e1bef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/473200/473122/fc045568.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport Southwestern Hills 9.4/10 Exceptional (1158) "Friendly staff, quiet location, comfortable and clean rooms. Would stay there again." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Alaina £63 includes taxes & fees 30 Dec - 31 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Des-Moines-Airport.h473122.Hotel-Information) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8300/8217/a41cce84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8300/8217/1da8d7d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8300/8217/4dac8322.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8300/8217/ccf37cef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center Downtown Des Moines 8.8/10 Excellent (1014) "Clean room, very quiet, a lot of space for parking" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Gabriela £85 includes taxes & fees 12 Dec - 13 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites-Event-Center.h8217.Hotel-Information) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7800/7757/32dfc139.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7800/7757/996af498.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7800/7757/fd1059a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily on-the-go breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7800/7757/948a58a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Newton Newton 7.6/10 Good (560) "Very clean rooms and very comfortable beds. Would definitely stay here again." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Holly £29 includes taxes & fees 9 Dec - 10 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marshalltown-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Newton.h7757.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9700/9664/257ab000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9700/9664/fa7c5b50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9700/9664/9f6d4655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9700/9664/ae2d2835.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road Lovington 7.6/10 Good (1011) "Clean room, clean facilities, good amenities overall." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Neemias £43 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Quality-Inn-Suites.h9664.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/202900/202884/52375ecb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/202900/202884/6c7f5b26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/202900/202884/d156dd76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/202900/202884/a667766b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA Cedar Falls 8.8/10 Excellent (1006) "It was perfect for what we wanted the stay for" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Christina £72 includes taxes & fees 24 Dec - 25 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waterloo-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h202884.Hotel-Information) ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/41c593ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/1154b0a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/8a37ae20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/f2799caf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus Ames 9.0/10 Wonderful (978) "Great stay " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Celia £68 includes taxes & fees 26 Dec - 27 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-And-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h32524052.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20010000/20009600/20009550/b8e5a701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20010000/20009600/20009550/38d83aab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20010000/20009600/20009550/28916a9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20010000/20009600/20009550/daca4610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG West Des Moines 9.2/10 Wonderful (995) "Very clean, quiet and great staff" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) James £74 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-West-Des-Moines-Jordan-Creek.h20009550.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45950000/45944700/45944676/b2a6364e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45950000/45944700/45944676/c92010e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45950000/45944700/45944676/ea14338d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45950000/45944700/45944676/ec51a01a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City Forest City 9.0/10 Wonderful (324) "Great price and great place. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sean £74 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mason-City-Hotels-Cobblestone-Inn-Suites-Forest-City.h45944676.Hotel-Information) ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104010000/104004100/104004049/7024d88e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104010000/104004100/104004049/430a45ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom) | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104010000/104004100/104004049/25749989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104010000/104004100/104004049/4d21fbdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GrandStay Hotel & Suites Johnston 9.4/10 Exceptional (475) "We love the pool and hot tub! 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