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Our top choices for Central Iowa hotels on the lake

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 ₹10,222
₹11,449 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Tremont on Main Hotel & Restaurants."

2. 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 ₹13,629
₹15,265 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Tremont Inn on Main
A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas, chairs, and tables.

3. 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 ₹9,252
₹10,362 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Marshalltown
A room with a large window offering a view of a green field and a water body. There are two round tables and four chairs.

4. 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 ₹10,202
₹11,426 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton
An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

5. 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 ₹9,369
₹10,493 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Best Western Holiday Manor
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, seating area, and a wall-mounted sign.

6. Comfort Inn Marshalltown South

Comfort Inn Marshalltown South
2.5 star property
Marshalltown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (432 reviews)
"Nice constant fan in room. Comfortable king size bed."
United States
Tom
The price is ₹7,925
₹8,876 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Comfort Inn Marshalltown South
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Newton

AmericInn by Wyndham Newton
3.0 star property
Newton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (511 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff."
United States
Pascal El
The price is ₹8,769
₹10,200 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
AmericInn by Wyndham Newton
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a landscape view, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, and a blue carpet.

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Newton

Days Inn by Wyndham Newton
2.0 star property
Newton
7.6 out of 10, Good, (632 reviews)
"We have stayed at this property several time and it is always clean and the staff is very helpful."
United States
Christine
The price is ₹5,229
₹5,857 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Newton
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

9. 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 ₹7,666
₹8,586 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

10. 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 ₹9,976
₹11,173 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
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 ₹9,370
₹10,495 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by windows and potted plants.

12. Rock Island Inn & Suites Marshalltown

Rock Island Inn & Suites Marshalltown
2.5 star property
Marshalltown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (499 reviews)
"Overall, it was a nice hotel that worked well for last minute trip. No frills, but clean and efficient staff."
United States
Stephanie
The price is ₹8,518
₹9,540 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Rock Island Inn & Suites Marshalltown
A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a seating area, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

13. 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 ₹5,490
₹6,148 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

14. 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 ₹9,003
₹10,083 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Terrace/patio

15. 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 ₹8,925
₹9,996 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, a TV mounted on the wall, and a skylight.

16. 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 ₹10,350
₹11,592 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Iowa House
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

17. 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 ₹7,965
₹8,920 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Comfort Inn Story City
A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

18. 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 ₹8,433
₹9,446 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

19. 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 ₹7,839
₹8,779 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

20. 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 ₹12,352
₹13,834 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

8/10 Good
"An older building with thin walls, but offerd everything in the room the more expensive hotels do: microwave, mini fridge, hair dryer, etc. Nice pool/hot tub area."
Bindy 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Frequently asked questions

How much do lakeside hotels in Central Iowa cost?
The rate for lakeside hotels in Central Iowa ranges from ₹6,890 to ₹14,205 per night. No matter your budget, it's a cinch to find a perfect retreat by the water. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
How many lakeside hotels are there in Central Iowa?
Central Iowa has 30 lakeside hotels to choose from. Enter your destination and dates and start planning your next break by the water today.
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What is there to do in Central Iowa near my lakeside hotel?
Whatever you're interested in, there are countless things to see and do in Central Iowa. If you're headed to Des Moines, be sure to look around Hoyt Sherman Place, Science Centre of Iowa and State Historical Museum of Iowa. Planning a getaway in Fort Dodge? Blanden Memorial Art Museum, Fort Museum and Webster County Fairgrounds are among the top sights in this city.

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