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Our top choices for Central Iowa romantic hotels

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a coffee station.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
2.5 star property
Marshalltown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (401 reviews)
"Clean room, great breakfast."
United States
Andrea
The price is NT$3,546
NT$3,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (657 reviews)
"Great location for restaurants and things in the area."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NT$3,460
NT$3,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

3. 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, (1,318 reviews)
"Breakfast fantastic!"
United States
Wayne
The price is NT$2,659
NT$2,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee and tea stations, and a decorative sign.

4. Iowa House

Iowa House
3.0 star property
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (899 reviews)
"Loved my stay there. Very clean, cosy, charming, great breakfast, awesome staff, and wonderful location. Highly recommend!"
United States
LAURA
The price is NT$3,590
NT$4,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Iowa House
A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff were friendly and helpful."
United States
Rosalee
The price is NT$2,925
NT$3,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (746 reviews)
"Breakfast was great"
United States
Kim
The price is NT$3,133
NT$3,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Terrace/patio

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (110 reviews)
"Everything about this location was fantastic! Staff was polite, room was clean and modern, amenities were great, and breakfast was well stocked."
United States
todd m
The price is NT$3,096
NT$3,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a warm interior lighting.

8. Tremont Inn on Main

Tremont Inn on Main
3.5 star property
Marshalltown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"Vintage hotel"
United States
Dennis
The price is NT$4,728
NT$5,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Tremont Inn on Main
An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

9. Best Western Holiday Manor

Best Western Holiday Manor
2.5 star property
Newton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Easy access off I80. Room was clean- great free breakfast. Staff friendly and plenty of parking"
United States
Jennifer
The price is NT$3,250
NT$3,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Best Western Holiday Manor
A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

10. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
2.5 star property
Newton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (918 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, good overall experience!"
United States
Ann
The price is NT$3,611
NT$4,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a brick facade.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (843 reviews)
"The stay was nice, beds were comfortable."
United States
rick
The price is NT$3,185
NT$3,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

12. Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (449 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
United States
William
The price is NT$2,763
NT$3,094 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn Story City
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

13. 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, (1,050 reviews)
"I have stayed here several times and is always perfect."
United States
Gregory J
The price is NT$2,719
NT$3,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a prominent 'Courtyard by Marriott' sign.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (343 reviews)
"We checked in after 10pm, easy and friendly staff"
United States
Darci
The price is NT$3,042
NT$3,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (775 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Christopher
The price is NT$2,763
NT$3,094 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (643 reviews)
"The room was great, staff was friendly and the breakfast is always solid! Stayed here several times."
United States
Giovanni
The price is NT$2,692
NT$3,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.

17. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
"The rooms were super nice and clean and the beds were very comfortable."
United States
Maddox
The price is NT$2,827
NT$3,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

18. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (943 reviews)
"Nice staff and beautiful grounds"
United States
Stacia
The price is NT$3,972
NT$4,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas, chairs, and tables.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Marshalltown

Hampton Inn & Suites Marshalltown
2.5 star property
Marshalltown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (498 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good breakfast and good coffee all day"
United States
Guy
The price is NT$3,209
NT$3,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Marshalltown
A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a seating area, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

20. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
2.0 star property
Colfax
7.6 out of 10, Good, (634 reviews)
"Everything was good, made for a very pleasant stay."
United States
Raymond
The price is NT$1,910
NT$2,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good
"Building in rooms were incredibly outdated and scratched in a little stained but the staff was phenomenal and wonderful humans."
Annatéa 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent
"We love this hotel. It is kept clean and the people are friendly and always helpful when needed!!"
Kelli 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

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