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Latest Iowa Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARDes Moines
3 stars from $110
4+ stars from $199
Waterloo
3+ stars from $120
Cedar Rapids
3 stars from $101
4+ stars from $334
Davenport
3 stars from $91
4+ stars from $151
Clarinda
3+ stars from $130
Ames
3+ stars from $140

Best Iowa hotels

These are the best prices for 3-4 Jun.
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport - Des Moines - Bedroom
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Des Moines, IA, United States
7.8Good(1493)
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$199+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids - Building
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
7.0Good(683)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$222+
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Baymont by Wyndham Davenport - Davenport - Bedroom
Baymont by Wyndham Davenport
Davenport, IA, United States
6.4Okay(1650)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$111+
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Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown - Iowa City - Bedroom
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Iowa City, IA, United States
8.8Very Good(743)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$195+
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GrandStay Hotel and Suites Ames - Ames - Patio
GrandStay Hotel and Suites Ames
Ames, IA, United States
7.3Good(623)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$192+
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Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City - Sioux City - Bedroom
Stoney Creek Hotel Sioux City
Downtown
8.6Very Good(861)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$217+
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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites - Ames - Lobby
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Ames, IA, United States
8.4Very Good(349)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$198+
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Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr - Des Moines - Pool
Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr
Des Moines, IA, United States
5.3Fair(849)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$192+
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Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - Waterloo - Bar
Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo
Waterloo, IA, United States
8.1Very Good(447)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$149+
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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton - Des Moines - Restaurant
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton
Downtown
9.2Wonderful(402)
Free Wi-Fi
$348+
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Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport - Des Moines - Pool
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Des Moines, IA, United States
6.0Okay(597)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$187+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Davenport & Conference Center - Davenport - Bedroom
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Davenport & Conference Center
Davenport, IA, United States
6.4Okay(1046)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$137+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hotels in Iowa

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Iowa with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hotel rates in Iowa?

Hotels are cheapest in Iowa in April, with average rates of $98/night. In comparison, October is the most expensive month, with prices at $297/night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in Iowa?

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Iowa, with an average nightly price of $98/night. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at $288/night.

How much is a hotel in Iowa for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Iowa found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was $104, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was $148. The cheapest room found overall was for $84.

How much is a hotel in Iowa for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in Iowa for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for $126 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as $145 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from $201 per night.

How early should you book a hotel in Iowa?

Book at least 1 day before your stay begins to get the best price for your Iowa hotel.

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How much is a Iowa hotel?

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Good to know

Low season

September

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

$220

Average price (weekend night)

$303
Cheapest month to stay with an average 69% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 288% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect Iowa hotel

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Iowa, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Iowa in April and November.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Iowa for 15 days.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Iowa

  • What is the most popular destination in Iowa?

    Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Des Moines (46% of total searches to Iowa). The next most popular destinations are Waterloo (23%) and Cedar Rapids (15%). Searches for hotels in Davenport (15%) are also popular.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Iowa?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in Iowa for as cheap as $24 (Davenport) in the last 3 days. The average price is $234.

Where to stay in Iowa?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in Iowa by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

Everything you need to know for your stay in Iowa