3-Star Hotels in Iowa, United States

3-Star Hotels in Iowa, United States

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Hotels in Iowa
With a stay at Inn of the Six-Toed Cat in Allerton, you'll be 6.2 mi (10 km) from Prairie Trail Museum and 26.2 mi (42.1 km) from Rathbun Lake. This bed & breakfast is 31.1 mi (50 km) from Lake Thunderhead. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include complimentary bottled water, housekeeping is provided on request, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Great
60 reviews
9.0/10
1 night
From £45
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Hotel near Carter Lake,Carter Lake
Our hotel features free full hot breakfast, free airport shuttle, free local shuttle (5 mile radius), indoor pool, relaxing hot tub, 24-hour fitness center, 24-hour business center, on-site laundry service and sundry shop. Welcome to Best Western Plus Omaha Airport Inn Suites where convenience and comfort are top priority. Our fully modernized guest rooms feature 39-inch flat screen HDTV, microwave, mini refrigerators and free high-speed wireless internet. Every guest is invited to enjoy our complimentary full hot breakfast that includes freshly cracked scrambled eggs, warm pancakes, crispy bacon or sausage, fresh biscuits and gravy, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cereal, oatmeal, a variety of bread selections as well as coffee, milk and juice. We are conveniently located minutes from Omahas Eppley Airfield and right around the corner from downtown Omaha. Catch a concert at Century Link Center, or a College World Series game at TD Ameritrade Ballpark. Explore a variety of dining options and shopping in Omahas Old Market or Midtown Crossing. Discover the riverfront featuring the Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge or maybe you want to get wild at Omahas Henry Doorly Zoo. Whatever your pleasure our complimentary local shuttle will put the very best that Omaha has to offer at your fingertip.

"Location and shuttle service to the airport are the ONLY reasons to stay. Plus, it's just $7 a night to leave your car. Eppley is under construction (forever), so the drop off is clutch. Room was gross... wore my socks everywhere...even to shower. Hope my car has tires when we get home. Brittle,ripped window curtain Mold in shower Lampshade Dust on cornice"
Very Good
121 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From £61
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99+
Hotels in Iowa
Guest rooms feature the Hyatt Grand beds, state-of-the-art media and work center with a high-definition 50-inch flat panel HDTV that easily integrates with laptops, a comfortable cozy corner L-shaped sofa-sleeper, wet-dry bar and bathroom vanity with granite countertops. Enjoy comp. wireless high-speed internet and Free Parking. Complimentary hot breakfast for all guests. Our breakfast includes premium ingredients, cage-free eggs, and regional chef-inspired dishes.PET POLICY: 1-6 NIGHTS A 75 NON-REFUNDABLE FEE. 7-30 NIGHTS A 75 NON-REFUNDABLE FEE PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 100 CLEANING FEE-INCLUSIVE OF TAXES. MAXIMUM OF 2 DOGS PER ROOM ARE PERMITTED. WEIGHT MUST BE 50 LBS OR LESS MAX OF 75LBS PER RM FOR 2 PETS. FEES ARE IN USD.
Great
97 reviews
9.2/10
1 night
From £90
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99+
Hotels in Iowa
This downtown Iowa City hotel is located in the heart of the city. Easy access to the University of Iowa and the downtown business district. Also convenient to local restaurants and bars. This 14 story hotel comprises of 151 rooms, a heated indoor pool, 24 hour state of the art fitness center, full service bar and free Wi-Fi. Complimentary breakfast.Our breakfast includes premium ingredients, cage-free eggs, and regional chef-inspired dishes.

"Hotel location is not bad, it is more convenient to go to downtown and school. The room was spacious and clean, but the air conditioning sound was a bit loud. There are not many varieties of breakfast. The front desk and the waiter are friendly, and the cleaning is done the next day, not every day."
Great
106 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
From £67
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99+
Hotels in Iowa
The Hilton Garden Inn features the Great American Grille serving breakfast, dinner, evening room service, and evening cocktail service. Luxuriate in our indoor swimming pool or unwind from a busy day in our state-of-the-art fitness center. At the Hilton Garden Inn, business travelers will find everything they need to be productive. The hotel features complimentary high-speed Internet, both wired and wireless, throughout the hotel and a 24-hour business center. This Hilton Garden Inn hotel in Council Bluffs, Iowa, features over 5,500 square feet of flexible banquet and event space. The beautifully appointed River City Ballroom is the perfect place for your next gathering. From accommodations to menu selections, our dedicated catering staff can assist you with every detail of your next event. The Hilton Garden Inn Omaha East/Council Bluffs hotel is located just blocks from the Mid America Convention Center. The Mid America Center is the largest convention center in southwest Iowa, featuring a variety of corporate events, sporting events, and big-ticket entertainers. The Hilton Garden Inn hotel is located in historic Council Bluffs, IA where tourists will find the squirrel cage jail, Kanesville Tabernacle, the Historic General Dodge House and the Western Trails Historic Center. The Loess Hills are not far from the hotel and visitors can drive the historic Loess Hills Highway and witness a variety of wildlife. The hotel is just minutes from Omaha's world class Henry Doorly Zoo which is the second largest zoo in the US and features an IMAX Theater. Rosenblatt Stadium is also a regional landmark which hosts the NCAA College World Series and home for the Omaha Royals. The Hilton Garden Inn is conveniently located just minutes from the Omaha Eppley Airfield, and the Qwest Center and Arena. Like the Mid American Center the Qwest Center hosts a variety of different corporate events, sporting events, and big ticket entertainers. The Hilton Garden Inn is just minutes from downtown Omaha. Omaha is home to a variety of fortune 500 companies that include Conagra, Peter Kiewit and Sons, Berkshire Hathaway, Gallup Organization, First National Bank of Omaha, Mutual of Omaha, and Union Pacific Railroad to name just a few. Downtown visitors will also find the Old Market which features a variety of restaurants, sports bars, and a vibrant night life. Downtown Omaha also features a variety of arts and entertainment and the hotel is just minutes from the Josyln Art Museum, Orpheum Theater, and the Omaha Children's Museum. ***** Everything. Right where you need it. *****

"Nice with hospitality since checked in until checked out. Bonvoy FC likely must compare!!"
Very Good
94 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From £60
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Hotels in Iowa
Hotel Opening Spring 2025! Welcome to Best Western Fort Dodge, conveniently situated on Business Highway 20 near Fort Dodge Regional Airport. Known for our strategic location minutes from downtown, we offer the perfect blend of Midwestern hospitality and upgraded amenities that Best Western is known for. Whether you are exploring the regions history at The Fort Museum and Frontier Village or experiencing thrilling racing at Gypsum City OHV Park, our hotel serves as your ideal home base.Our well-appointed rooms feature plush pillowtop mattresses, spacious layouts, and modern conveniences including mini-refrigerators and work desks. Start each day with our complimentary full breakfast featuring fresh eggs, signature waffles, and a variety of healthy options. After a busy day, unwind in our heated indoor pool open year-round or maintain your fitness routine in our well-equipped gym. Business travelers appreciate our complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and 24-hour sundry shop, while our guest laundry facilities cater to extended stays.This Fort Dodge hotel is perfectly positioned for both leisure and business travelers. Sports enthusiasts can attend tournaments at Rogers Sports Complex or enjoy games at Dodger Stadium hosted by Iowa Central Community College, both within a 15-minute drive. Corporate guests value our proximity to major employers like Nestle Purina, Koch Fertilizer, and CJ Bio. With shopping and dining options within walking distance, convenience is always at your fingertips. We invite you to experience the comfort and hospitality that sets Best Western apart. Our attentive staff is always on hand to ensure your stay exceeds expectations, whether you are visiting for business, attending sporting events, or exploring the natural beauty of central Iowa. At Best Western Fort Dodge, we are committed to delivering a rewarding experience that is truly one of a kind.

"Friendly staff, very attentive to needs/requests. No elevator, so lugging luggage up and down the stairs was inconvenient."
Very Good
56 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From £63
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53
Hotels in Iowa
Our friendly staff looks forward to your visit to our newly renovation SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Ottumwa located in Ottumwa, Iowa. We are a short drive from downtown, numerous corporate offices and Indian Hills Community College. With an indoor pool, cable television with HBO® and high-speed wireless Internet among our amenities we are sure you stay will enjoy either a relaxing or productive stay. Make a reservation today, we look forward to your visit!
97 reviews
7.0/10
1 night
From £56
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99+
Hotels in Iowa
Find a Home Away From Home at Our Newly Renovated Hotel in Altoona, Iowa If you are visiting Iowa's capital city metro area, consider staying at our newly renovated Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona - Des Moines. With comfortable lodging at a reasonable price, you can rest easy in our Des Moines area hotel without any stress on your budget. Business and leisure travelers alike will enjoy the ease of visiting our suburban hotel, which is located less than 15 miles from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) . Our Des Moines accommodations are also surrounded by several convention centers and meeting facilities, including Wells Fargo Arena Iowa Events Center and the Iowa State Fair Grounds. If you are in Des Moines for a leisurely stay, our hotel is conveniently located near many Des Moines attractions, such as the Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino, Iowa Speedway, Outlets of Des Moines and Adventureland Amusement Park. Just a 10 minute drive from the hotel is downtown Des Moines, the perfect place to go for a night out on the town. With an on-site Fitness Center and an indoor pool, our hotel in Altoona is the perfect place to stay during your trip to Iowa's capital city. Start planning your next trip today and be sure to check out our excellent Altoona hotel deals.
Great
100 reviews
9.0/10
1 night
From £77
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Hotels in Iowa
Just steps away for the action Lakeside Hotel Casino is a great place to spend a night weekend or even longer. With 150 spacious hotel rooms including great amenities like our casino restaurant pool area and WI-FI there is never a shortage of things to do and see. Gaming amenities include Blackjack Craps and Pai Gow Electronic Roulette and Blackjack and over 600 of the newest slot machines. Service Animals - ADA-defined service animals welcome. 2 pets max. No weight limit. Fees - 28USD per pet per stay. Pet Sanitation Fee 50USD if required. Pet Damages are calculated separately. Other Information - Contact hotel for additional details and availability.

"Nice hotel and casino. The casino does smell like an ashtray. I would rank higher if they had a section quarantined off for the smokers only. They can gamble in the area and once they finish sucking on their ***** sticks they can come back to the main casino. Everyone that goes there should not be subjected to second hand smoke."
Very Good
78 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From £54
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53
Hotels in Iowa
The Best Western Mt. Pleasant Inn is the finest choice for lodging in Mt Pleasant, Iowa. The Best Western Mt. Pleasant Inn provides convenient lodging accommodations off Highway 218 and Avenue of the Saints, just minutes from historic Old Threshers Museum, Amtrak Station, Iowa Wesleyan College, Iris Bowling Center, downtown, and many fine restaurants. Each well-appointed room features free high-speed Internet access, cable satellite television with HBO®, a microwave and refrigerator, and 32-inch LCD televisions. King size beds and other upgraded amenities are available in select rooms. This Mount Pleasant, Iowa hotel offers a complimentary hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, business center and guest laundry. A friendly staff is ready to ensure a comfortable and memorable stay. Make a reservation today and save at this Mount Pleasant, Iowa hotel.
Very Good
100 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From £56
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The Redstone Inn and Suites

8,6/10
Very Good
Posted on Apr 18, 2021
USGuest User
Service was excelent. We met another couple and hit the breweries in Dubuque. All within walking distance from the B&B. The only thing I had to complain about is that the air conditioner could have worked better. My wife and I like it cold. lol I would stay there again if the opportunity arises.
Price per night from:£84

Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

7,7/10
Good
Posted on May 4, 2026
USGuest User
We booked this hotel on-line and I was beyond pleased with our room and the hotel. I called to get a room by end of hallway due to TKR surgery and service dog to go out. They made sure we had just what I needed. The room was exceptionally clean (and I was Head Housekeeper @ HIE so I like things clean and very maintained. The condition of hotel is great and very clean. Breakfast was delicious and we had a variety of things from waffles to hot food to cereal, fruit, etc. The pool was heated, which made for relaxing swims and the hot tub was nice and hot, like a hot tub should be. Trust me, we've stayed at so many that they're barely luke warm and it's not worth it. They take pride in the upkeep, cleanliness and care of the pool area as well as the hotel itself. We wanted to stay an extra night and the owner personally booked it and gave us a wonderful deal, and he even let me grab a bowl of cereal to take my meds with. The hotel is in a wonderful location with Hy-vee, Fareway, Dollar General, Walmart, Mc.D's, and other food places close by as well as gas stations. Lastly, I'd like to add that I was very happy with the safety of the hotel. Being in a safe place knowing that I don't have to worry about my vehicle or taking my dog out at night is one of my highest priorities. So, if you find yourself needing a place around the Des Moines area, go the little extra and stay in Grimes @ the Red Lion. You won't be disappointed!
Price per night from:£54

Best Western Plus des Moines West Inn Suites

8,4/10
Very Good
Posted on Mar 6, 2026
Guest User
I have had an excellent 3-day stay at this hotel. The beds are comfortable, towels are thick and room is nicely updated, quiet and clean. Totally love the telescoping magnifying mirror on the wall and I really appreciate having a cover on the toilet. (Some places don’t have that anymore. 😱) Breakfast had many choices:  awesome waffles, fruit, whipped cream, cereal, bagels and cream cheese, hard boiled eggs,  and alternating hot egg and sausage choices, and daily biscuits and gravy (highly recommended).  The pool area is small but functional.The hot tub was in working order and the water temperature was good. (I personally like it a little hotter, but that’s just me.) Just ask if you want the lights turned on while you’re in there. I had no problem checking in and staff was very helpful throughout my stay. A previous reviewer had showed concern about the fire doors not being closed at all times, however, they are magnetic and will automatically close in the case of a fire, so no worries there.  Location is convenient to a major arterial and interstate and I had no problems finding the hotel. Close to many popular locations. Thanks for a great stay at a reasonable price.
Price per night from:£66

Fairfield Inn & Suites Clear Lake

8,5/10
Very Good
Posted on Mar 24, 2025
Guest User
I had called a week earlier to request 1st floor since I am claustrophobic & can’t do elevators & when I checked in they gave me a 2nd floor room but when asked they switched me to a 1st floor room. The 1st room the TV did not work but the 2nd room the TV worked but the garbage can was half full if garbage & the lights on each side of the bathroom mirror just flickered & would not come on. The thermostat is very confusing & hard to figure out & we had the front desk guy come to room but it didn’t help so they need to figure that out or put instructions next to thermostat to explain how to use. It shouldn’t be as difficult as it was. We couldn’t figure out if the cool or heat was on. The room was chilly & we couldn’t get it warmed up. The next morning I went out to breakfast & came back to my room to get my things at 10:30 & was locked out so I had to go to front desk & waited 6 minutes for someone so they could fix my key to get back in room to get my things & check out. The hotel is beautiful & very clean. I am pretty sure I won’t go back to this hotel for awhile.
Price per night from:£105

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center

9,2/10
Great
Posted on Jul 1, 2026
JPGuest User
As Iowa State alumni, the building made us feel like we were on campus. For an affordable rate, we enjoyed our stay more than the average hotel at a similar price point. This hotel offers a pool, hot tub and jacuzzi. Even though the facilities seemed a bit dated, we felt they were clean and enjoyed them greatly. The room was not so exciting but it seemed clean. I appreciated the lighting, including dimmers for night lights in the bedroom and bathroom. We tried the IowaStater in-house restaurant for breakfast. If you’re looking for a Midwest breakfast with all of the staples, they served us a memorable omelet with some of the best breakfast potatoes I’ve ever had. All of the staff we met were kind and helpful. I highly recommend this hotel if you want to be close to campus.
Price per night from:£87

Best Western Holiday Lodge

8,1/10
Very Good
Posted on Mar 11, 2025
Guest User
The room was perfect and the restaurant next door was amazing
Price per night from:£64

AmericInn by Wyndham Anamosa

9,0/10
Great
Posted on Nov 17, 2025
Lyle Dobrowski
Every thing was good but had a problem with paper coffee cups with the company name on it that leak and empty the coffee everywhere including myself . Then it happened again with the second one . So I complained to the desk and the manager said They had to use them because of their franchise contract and he knew about the problem. So that’s stupid. Hope the company reads this and corrects it The management should have taken action immediately. If I would have gotten burned this would be a different thing. Lawyers would be called and money would be paid. Fix the problem.
Price per night from:£72

Best Western Plus Omaha Airport Inn

8,7/10
Very Good
Posted on Sep 28, 2025|1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi
USAnonymous User
Location and shuttle service to the airport are the ONLY reasons to stay. Plus, it's just $7 a night to leave your car. Eppley is under construction (forever), so the drop off is clutch. Room was gross... wore my socks everywhere...even to shower. Hope my car has tires when we get home. Brittle,ripped window curtain Mold in shower Lampshade Dust on cornice
Price per night from:£61

SpringHill Suites Ames

9,3/10
Great
Posted on Apr 13, 2026
Guest User
While the hotel itself was very clean, comfortable beds, and located centrally, there were major issues with their plumbing and the toilets were not working. We couldn’t use our own bathroom we had to dress and walk down the hall to the lobby bathroom. Extremely inconvenient. They did have plumbers come in and we were not the only ones that had the issues as several others had complained. Other than that, the hotel itself was very nice, the beds were super comfortable and the staff was very nice.
Price per night from:£76

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Property Information for Tourists

Total properties486
Number of reviews21,402
Highest price£633
Lowest price£51
Weekend Avg. Price£155
Weekday Avg. Price£129