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Top Central Iowa 3 Star Hotels

Indoor pool
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3.0 star property
Urbandale
5.6 out of 10, (658)
"Todo excelente "
Mexico
Juan Luis Perez
The price is 1.660.869 ₫
1.860.173 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
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

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1184)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Eileen
The price is 2.111.676 ₫
2.365.077 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Terrace/patio
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, (1006)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Alyca
The price is 2.404.306 ₫
2.692.717 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Restaurant
Lakeside Hotel Casino

Lakeside Hotel Casino

3.0 star property
Osceola
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"We had a great time "
United States
Todd
The price is 1.898.448 ₫
2.492.850 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Lakeside Hotel Casino
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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, (1002)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Nicole
The price is 2.576.983 ₫
2.886.221 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Property entrance
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1022)
"room was clean, bed comfortable, staff friendly, breakfast good!"
United States
Joshlynn
The price is 3.920.705 ₫
4.391.285 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Des Lux Hotel
Indoor pool, open 6 AM to 11 PM, pool loungers
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

3.0 star property
West Des Moines
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The hot tub was great and the beds were comfortable. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is 2.427.241 ₫
2.718.511 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
Exterior
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

3.5 star property
West Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Shane
The price is 2.452.503 ₫
2.746.803 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is 2.666.617 ₫
2.986.611 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999)
"Great place "
United States
Eddie
The price is 3.459.875 ₫
3.991.356 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Free daily buffet breakfast
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, (1003)
"Great accommodations. "
United States
Nicole
The price is 2.636.036 ₫
2.952.392 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Terrace/patio
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

3.5 star property
Urbandale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"We love this hotel. Great breakfast and big pool. "
United States
Michelle or Ken
The price is 3.437.208 ₫
3.849.672 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
Exterior
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, (1066)
"Rooms were spacious. However, the double beds seemed a bit small. Really liked the breakfast that was offered in the morning. It had a great selection of different breakfast items. Overall, good experience. "
United States
Darlene
The price is 3.353.374 ₫
3.755.778 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Terrace/patio
Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

3.0 star property
Clive
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1195)
"Cozy, clean rooms that are dog friendly. The staff is also super friendly."
United States
Michael
The price is 3.060.744 ₫
3.428.244 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Wildwood Lodge
Free buffet breakfast
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, (1001)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is 1.994.966 ₫
2.234.363 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
View from property
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (955)
"Great location, clean, easy check in and check out. "
United States
Emily
The price is 3.796.272 ₫
4.251.825 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Front of property
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
Altoona
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (941)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
LaDonna
The price is 2.125.503 ₫
2.380.563 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Indoor pool
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, (1534)
"Great room and a nice breakfast. "
United States
Kenneth
The price is 2.218.446 ₫
2.484.659 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Exterior detail
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

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

3.0 star property
Clive
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Was a great stay and great price. "
United States
Roger
The price is 2.106.404 ₫
2.359.172 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Lobby
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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Kirsten
The price is 1.698.292 ₫
1.902.087 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
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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 3.761.473 ₫ per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
3.761.473 ₫
4.212.850 ₫ total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
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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 0.16 km 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 0.32 km northeast of the centre.
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