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Top Central Iowa 3 Star Hotels

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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, (569)
"Is good"
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area | 45-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1062)
"Always a great stay "
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Des Lux Hotel
Property entrance

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1012)
"Best place I've ever stayed at!"
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Des Lux Hotel
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, (1004)
"Great hotel."
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
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, (1568)
"Good place to stay for a night."
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona 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, (950)
"Nice place, would stay again. "
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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, (1000)
"Enjoyed our stay. Comfy bed"
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Lakeside Hotel Casino
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)
"Great location and nice hotel - helpful staff/"
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
Exterior

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Close to family for our visit !"
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Good place, I will stay next time if I visit!"
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Food options were good in the hotel restaurant, nice pool, comfy beds"
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1109)
"It's a very nice hotel and we had a good stay. "
The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
View from property

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (926)
"It was my second stay there and I have no complaints at all!"
The price is £120
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Exterior

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

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"A good quiet place to stay."
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
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, (1005)
"Very nice stay, clean rooms and helpful staff!"
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Property amenity

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (563)
"Great place to stay"
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
Indoor pool, open 6 AM to 11 PM, pool loungers

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Several fast food options and Jordan creek is right down the street with several other food options. The bed was very comfortable and so many pillows. Definitely will stay here again. "
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
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, (1008)
"Good location. Easily accessible off the interstate "
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Wildwood Lodge
Terrace/patio

Wildwood Lodge

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1193)
"A very relaxing stay. "
Wildwood Lodge
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
Ballroom

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"It was the safe area and this staff was wonderful."
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
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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 £116 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£116
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,017 reviews)
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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Connor 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Central Iowa?
If you're travelling to Des Moines for a Central Iowa getaway, you'll find some cosy and convenient 3-star hotels. Many Expedia travellers opt for Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown. Around 0.1 mi east of the downtown area, it features hypo-allergenic bedding and a wet bar. Another highly recommended choice is Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel. Settle in here and make use of a barbecue grill and a swimming pool, and be around 0.2 mi northeast of the centre.
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?
Stay at a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to tidy and comfortable rooms and amenities such as free WiFi, gym equipment and coffee and tea facilities. These lodgings may also offer an on-site bar and restaurant. Elevate your Central Iowa trip by locking in a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness area, round-the-clock room service and premium toiletries, you'll enjoy a heightened level of relaxation and comfort.