Return to Iowa

If you are a member of a hotel loyalty program and stay in one of the hotels of that brand to accumulate points, Getting Away is also a major portal for most of the major hotel chains. When you click on one of these hotel links on Getting Away, you are immediately linked with that particular hotels reservation service where you know you will have all of the guarantees of that particular company. For example, if you click on  Residence Inn by Marriott, you go right to the Marriott Reservations Center and book with Marriott. The hotel groups and chains that are a part of the Getting Away family include: Accor Hotels - Beaches Resorts - Best Western - Carlson Hotels - Choice Hotels - Country Inns & Suites - Extended Stay Hotels - Hilton Hotels - Hyatt Hotels - InterContinental Hotels - MGM/Mirage Hotels in Las Vegas and Other Cities - Marriott Hotels - Sandals & Beaches Resorts - Sheraton - Westin - Wyndham Hotels

Note: When you click on a hotel link on Getting Away, you will be immediately directed to the reservation system for that hotel, not to some third party reservation company such as "Podunk Reservations Limited." For example, if you click on the link for a Marriott, Hilton or any of the other major hotel groups on getting away, you will be directed into their reservation system giving you the best available deals with no third party reservation fees or costs. When you click on a hotel link on the Getting Away travel website, you can always be assured you are booking directly with that hotel group. Your confirmation will always come from the hotel. This is just another way Getting Away provides travelers with the best in travel reservations. Jim.

Accor Hotels
Accor Thalassa, Adiagio, All Seasons, Etap, Formule 1, Ibis, Mercure, Motel 6, Novotel, Pullman, Sofitel, Studio 6 and Suitehotel

Carlson Hotels
Regent International Hotels, Radisson Hotels & Resorts,  Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts, Country Inns &Suites by Carlson, and Park Inn Hotels

Choice Hotels
Cambria Suites, Clarion, Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Econo Lodge, MainStay Suites, Quality Inns and Suites, Rodeway Inn and Sleep Inn

Hilton Hotels
Doubletree, Embassy Suites, Hampton Inn, Hilton and Homewood Suites

Hyatt Hotels
Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Place, Hyatt Vacation Club and Summerfield Suites

InterContinental Hotel Group
Candlewood Suites, Crowne Plaza Hotels, Holiday Inn Hotels, Holiday Inn Express, Indigo Hotels, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts, and Staybridge Suites

Marriott Hotels
Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Marriott, Renaissance Hotels & Resorts, Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites

Wyndham Hotels
AmeriHost Inn, Baymont Inn & Suites, Days Inn, Howard Johnson, Ramada, Super 8, Travelodge, Wingate Inn and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts

Westin Hotels & Resorts
aloft, element, Four Points, Le Meridien, St. Regis, Sheraton, Starwood, Starwood Resorts, Westin and Westin Hotels & Resorts.

MGM/Mirage Hotels in Las Vegas and Other Cities
Bellagio, Circus Circus, Excalibur, Luxor, Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand, Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York New York and Treasure Island in Las Vegas; Silver Legacy and Circus Circus Reno in Reno, Nevada; Gold Strike in Jean, Nevada; Beau Rivage in Biloxi, Mississippi and Gold Strike in Tunica, Mississippi; Borgata in Atlantic City, New Jersey; Grand Victoria in Elgin, Illinois and MGM Grand in Detroit, Michigan. For a listing of all of the hotels, resorts and casinos under the MGM/Mirage banner, click on MGM/Mirage Hotels.

And many more including: Best Western - Country Inns & Suites - Extended Stay Hotels - Sheraton - Sandals & Beaches

Note: When you click on a hotel link on Getting Away, you will be immediately directed to the reservation system for that hotel, not to some third party reservation company such as "Podunk Reservations Limited." For example, if you click on the link for a Marriott, Hilton or any of the other major hotel groups on getting away, you will be directed into their reservation system giving you the best available deals with no third party reservation fees or costs. When you click on a hotel link on the Getting Away travel website, you can always be assured you are booking directly with that hotel group. Your confirmation will always come from the hotel. This is just another way Getting Away provides travelers with the best in travel reservations. Jim.

Getting Away Hotel Recommendations For Iowa
Recommended individual hotels, motels and bed and breakfast locations in Iowa. Accommodations are listed by city in alphabetical order. Just click on the letter below that corresponds with the first letter where you need accommodations. Or, check accommodations by using the hotel links Jim

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

If you are unable to find the accommodations you need, click on Getting Away Accommodations Information and Reservations, fill out the form, and send it to Getting Away and we will do our best to find the perfect accommodations for you.

Altoona
Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines! The hotel is just minutes from downtown Des Moines, Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino and Adventureland Amusement Park. We are conveniently located at exit 143 off Interstate 80.
Businesses near the hotel: Pella Corp., Tones Spice, Barilla Pasta, Casey's General Stores, and Whirlpool.
Attractions near hotel: Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino, Adventureland Amusement Park, Iowa Fairgrounds, Iowa Speedway, Knoxville Motor Speedway, Science Center, and Iowa Capital. The hotel offers a 100% smoke-free environment, free high-speed Internet access, indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, fitness center, meeting rooms and business center. For additional information or make a reservations at Holiday Inn Express - Click Here

 

Welcome to Motel 6 Des Moines East - Altoona in Altoona, Iowa. Local Business/Attractions: Adventureland Park: 0.5 mi - Des Moines Art Center: 11.6 mi - Drake University: 9.5 mi - Iowa State Fairgrounds: 5.6 mi - Polk County Convention Complex: 8.5 mi - Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino: 0.3 mi - Science Center of Iowa: 11.4 mi - SEC Taylor Stadium: 8.7 mi. Airports – Ankeny Regional Airport: 7.2 mi - Des Moines International Airport: 13.0 mi. Check-in age is 21 years or older. Several restaurants are located nearby. There is also a free shuttle to casino. Hotel services and amenities include: Free Local Calls - Data Ports - Free Expanded Cable - Free Morning Coffee - Kids Stay Free - Pet Allowed - Accessible Rooms – Nonsmoking -Coin Laundry – Suites - Interior corridors – Indoor Pool - Wireless Internet (WiFi). For additional information, or to make reservations at a Motel 6, click on the Accor Hotels Home Page

Ankeny
Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express and Suites, Ankeny/Des Moines. We are 100% SMOKE-FREE HOTEL.. The area’s newest hotel is located amidst many business and attractions. Such as: Drake University, Hy-Vee Hall, Wells Fargo Arena, State Capitol, Science Center, Art Museum, Veterans Auditorium, Principal Park, home of the Iowa Cubs, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Adventureland, Prairie Meadows, Iowa State University, John Deere Des Moines Works, Praxair, Monsanto, Garst Seeds, Tone Brothers, Casey’s, DMACC, APC/Proliant, Syngenta, Wal-Mart, Target, Living History Farms. Holiday Inn Express and Suites, Ankeny/Des Moines is 15 miles from Des Moines International Airport and 25 miles from Jordan Creek Town Center. The over-sized rooms and suites are tastefully decorated featuring a well lit ergonomic work area, complimentary high speed Internet, microwave and refrigerator and the Simply Smart Bath experience. Feel at home in the Great Room where you can enjoy our complimentary breakfast, featuring delicious Cinnamon Rolls, relax with friends or check emails on our complimentary high speed Internet. In addition, the hotel offers an indoor swimming pool and hot tub, fitness center, guest laundry facilities, and a business center. This hotel staff will make you feel at home whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. You will agree that when traveling to Ankeny/Des Moines, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites is the SMART place to stay! For additional information or make a reservations at Holiday Inn Express - Click Here

Avoca

Welcome to Motel 6 Avoca in Avoca, Iowa. Local Business/Attractions: Antique City: 7.7 mi - Arrowhead Park: 17.3 mi - Avoca Golf Club: 0.8 mi - Myrtue Memorial Hospital: 10.5 mi. Airports – Eppley Airfield: 43.0 mi - Harlan Municipal Airport: 5.4 mi. Motel 6 Policies. Check-in age is 18 years or older. High Speed Wireless Internet connection in all rooms. Several restaurants are located nearby, as is truck parking. Hotel services and amenities include: Free Local Calls - Data Ports - Free Expanded Cable - Free Morning Coffee - Kids Stay Free - Pet Allowed - Accessible Rooms - Nonsmoking Rooms - Coin Laundry - Indoor Pool – Elevator - Interior Corridors - Indoor Sauna. For additional information, or to make reservations at a Motel 6, click on the Accor Hotels Home Page

Brooklyn

The Sleep Inn is located at the interchange of Hwy 21 and Interstate 80 at Exit 201, only 20 miles from both the Williamsburg Outlet Mall and the Amana Colonies. And, just 38 miles away is Coralridge Mall and Meskwaki Casino. We are also 4 1/2 miles southeast of "Sky Dive Iowa" Drop Zone. Cedar Rapids Airport 50mi NE. Click on Explore the Brands of Choice Hotels International® for additional information, to make a reservation, or see all of the hotels offered by Choice Hotels.

Decorah

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Decorah - Conveniently located near golf, shopping and all Decorah area attractions. Rooms and Amenities - Each of the spacious guest rooms and suites at the Decorah Hotel features an attractive, cozy country-style décor that makes guests feel right at home. Guest rooms at the Decorah Hotel offer complimentary local phone calls, dataports, cable TV, coffeemakers, hairdryers and irons/ironing boards. Our Suites and Whirlpool rooms are equipped with refrigerators. Hotel Services - When it's time to relax, guests at the Decorah Hotel can enjoy a heated indoor swimming pool and whirlpool. Other convenient amenities at the Decorah include complimentary USA Today weekday newspaper, guest laundry facilities and complimentary coffee, cookies and candy available in the lobby 24 hours a day. The breakfast area has a microwave for guests to use.

For additional information, or to make a reservation, click on Country Inns Web Only Rates.

Fort Dodge

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Fort Dodge - Conveniently located on 5th Ave S. Highway 20 and near major Fort Dodge area corporate offices. Rooms and Amenities Each of the spacious guest rooms and suites at the Fort Dodge Hotel features an attractive, cozy country-style décor that makes guests feel right at home. Guest rooms at the Fort Dodge Hotel offer complimentary local phone calls, cable TV, coffeemakers, hairdryers and irons/ironing boards. Hotel Services When it's time to relax, guests at the Fort Dodge Hotel can enjoy a heated indoor swimming pool, whirlpool and fitness center. Other convenient amenities at the Fort Dodge Hotel include complimentary USA Today weekday newspaper, guest laundry facilities and 24-hour complimentary coffee and cookies.

For additional information, or to make a reservation, click on Country Inns Web Only Rates.

Grinnell

Country Inns & Suites By Carlson Grinnell - With its charming décor and comfortable amenities, the Grinnell Hotel, conveniently located just 1.5 miles from Grinnell College, provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere sure to please business and leisure travelers alike. Each of the spacious guest rooms and suites at the Grinnell Hotel features an attractive, cozy country-style décor that makes guests feel right at home. Guest rooms at the Grinnell Hotel offer free local phone calls, cable TV, coffeemakers, hairdryers and irons/ironing boards. When it's time to relax, guests at the Grinnell Hotel can enjoy free High-Speed Internet Access, a heated indoor swimming pool and whirlpool. Other convenient amenities at the Grinnell Hotel include free USA Today weekday newspaper, guest laundry facilities and free coffee and cookies available 24 hours a day. Suites available. The Grinnell Hotel helps guests start the day off right with a free continental breakfast featuring bagels, breads, muffins, hot and cold cereals, fresh fruit, juices, coffee, tea and other choices. For lunch and dinner, the Grinnell Hotel is close to an array of restaurants, including Café Phoenix, Godfather's Pizza and Depot Crossing.

For additional information, or to make a reservation, click on Country Inns Web Only Rates.

Iowa City

In the heart of Iowa City, the All-American town, Sheraton Iowa City Hotel has a unique location in this cosmopolitan community.  Take in an afternoon at one of the sidewalk cafes nearby, and sample the city’s attractions, including our boutique shops, gourmet dining, and lively performing arts. Perfect for relaxing after the game or touring the city, each of our 234 guest rooms are 100% smoke free and have everything for a perfect night’s sleep: Our famous Sheraton Sweet Sleeper(SM) bed, High Speed Internet Access for emailing the day’s adventures home, in-room movies, and coffee to get you started the next morning. Bring the family to town for The Iowa Arts Festival that’s held just outside our doors, for a walk through the Iowa City’s pedestrian mall, or for any occasion we can make special.  With over 11,000 square feet of event space for meetings, conferences, and reunions, our banquet and convention staff can help plan and create an event that’s memorable. We look forward to sharing Iowa City’s charms. Welcome to the Sheraton Iowa City Hotel.

For additional information, or to make reservations, click on Sheraton or Westin Hotels & Resorts.

LeClaire
The Holiday Inn Express Riverfront LeClaire, is located just off I-80, on the banks of the Majestic Mississippi River. The hotel is conveniently located just minutes from downtown Davenport and Moline. LeClaire is home to Twilight Riverboat Cruises and the hotel is within minutes of boarding. We are also less than 15 miles from the Isle of Capri and Rhythm City Casinos. The Holiday Inn Express Riverfront is a preferred lodging accommodation for Tyson Foods and Olympic Steel. Other nearby businesses that stay with us are John Deere, Exelon and Alcoa. So, whether it's business or pleasure that brings you to our area, Stay Smart at the Holiday Inn Express, LeClaire. For additional information or make a reservations at Holiday Inn Express - Click Here

LeMars
Welcome to LeMars's newest hotel, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites! Our hotel is located in the Two Rivers Center, just 1 mile from the Wells Dairy Corporate Campus, home of Wells Blue Bunny Ice Cream. Visit the "Ice Cream Capital of the World" visitors center and the downtown area located just 1 mile from our hotel. Our newly opened 63-room hotel features fresh, modern guest rooms including 20 suites. All rooms include refrigerators with suites having a microwave and wet bar. Each guest room has free high speed Internet access, free local calls and newspapers. This LeMars hotel will help you maintain your exercise regimen in our fitness center. Swim year round in our indoor pool or relax in our hot tub. Enjoy our Great Room while relaxing in front of the fireplace. Our hotel also features a business center, guest laundry, and meeting room, which can accommodate up to 40 people. Start your morning off with a complimentary breakfast at our Express Start breakfast bar featuring a selection of fruits, juices, cereals, breads/ pastries and the world's best tasting cinnamon rolls. For additional information or make a reservations at Holiday Inn Express - Click Here

Newton

Welcome to the new Holiday Inn Express Newton Iowa, located minutes from the new Iowa Speedway, Maytag Plant, Maytag Dairy Farms, Grinnell College, Lake Red Rock, Knoxville Raceway, Jasper Winery, Sugar Grove Vineyards and Gatheringplace, Harvestor Golf Course, Adventureland, Prairie Meadows and just 30 minutes to Des Moines. Holiday Inn Express Newton is a beautifully renovated property of 78 rooms and suites, with fitness & business center open 24 hours a day for your convenience. The interior heated swimming pool and spa are available for you and your family to enjoy at your leisure. Our spacious rooms and suites are tastefully appointed featuring a well lit work area, complimentary high speed internet, some with microwave and refrigerators and of course the Simply Smart bath experience. Your home away from home is waiting for you with a great Smart Start complimentary breakfast, featuring delicious Cinnamon rolls, Express Roast blend coffee and many more tasty breakfast treats. Join us, we're waiting for you.

For additional information or make a reservations at Holiday Inn Express - Click Here

Ottumwa
Fairfield Inn Ottumwa - Always fresh, always clean, our 62 guest rooms are full of thoughtful amenities, including a well-lit work desk and a remote-controlled TV with free cable. We'll get you started each day with a complimentary continental breakfast that includes hot, freshly brewed coffee. We'll make your business travels just a little bit easier by providing free local calls and a convenient fax service. Relax with a splash in our refreshing swimming pool. At Fairfield Inn, you can always count on a friendly welcome--at an affordable price. "You can expect more." Click on Fairfield Inn for additional information, or to make reservations.

Sioux Center
The Holiday Inn Express in Sioux Center, IA is Sioux county's newest hotel. Just minutes from the Dordt College campus and many corporate locations such as Pella Corporation, Trans Ova Genetics, and the location of the Tri-State Livestock Auction. We are within 15 minutes of Orange City, IA; Rock Valley, IA; Rock Rapids, IA; Hull, IA; Boyden, IA; and Hawarden, IA. All of our rooms are 100% non-smoking. The hotel offers 61 rooms with 16 suites on three floors overlooking an 18 hole golf course. Features include: meeting room, indoor heated pool, whirlpool suite, fitness center, free local calls, free Express Start breakfast, high speed Internet access and wireless access. The hotel is located at 100 Saint Andrew's Way right off US Hwy 75 on the South Side of Sioux Center.  For additional information or make a reservations at Holiday Inn Express - Click Here

Urbandale

Welcome to Extended StayAmerica Des Moines - Urbandale. Our hotel is designed especially for longer stays with studios featuring fully-equipped kitchens and plenty of work space… amenities you won't find in a typical hotel room. Here is just some of what you can expect when staying at an Extended StayAmerica: Kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, and stovetop - Workspace with computer dataport - Free local phone calls - Personalized voice mail - Iron and full size ironing board - On site guest laundry - Dining and cooking utensils provided - Wireless high-speed Internet access (fees apply). One Full Housekeeping Service is provided for guests staying seven or more nights. Full Service includes dusting, vacuuming, changing linens and towels, emptying trash, cleaning of bathroom and kitchen, replenishing soap and toilet paper if needed and is performed once every seven days. Additional Full Service cleanings can be purchased. Towel exchange is available at the Front Desk for guests staying one to six nights. All guests can also purchase a Refresh Service. The Refresh Service includes replacing soiled towels, emptying trash, replenishing soap and toilet paper if needed, and making bed with existing linens. Dishes are not washed during either service. Please contact the hotel directly for additional information regarding our housekeeping services. For additional information or reservations, click on Extended Stay Hotels - 4 Great Brands, Over 680 Locations

Williamsburg

Summer fun is endless at Iowa's new Holiday Inn Wasserbahn Waterpark Resort near the historic Amana Colonies, located in the Little Amana Holiday Inn Hotel. Our wet attractions are total kid pleasers. Get soaked & stoked on our custom designed rides & and attractions! Your room includes waterpark access for five registered guests. The 11,000-sq. ft. Wasserbahn Waterpark Resort includes a 4-story twin body slide tower. Both slides are fully enclosed and wrap around outside of the hotel before coming indoors. The 257 ft. slide is for beginners and the 179 ft. slide means a steeper and wilder ride for the more adventurous! You'll also find a wading pool with zero depth beach entry, 160 gal. dump bucket with a 5 ft. water drop, bullfrog spray hoop, geysers and arch jets for younger children. For older children and adults, The activity pool with basketball hoop and a waterwalk that allows you to walk over the pool area. Don't miss the vortex pool, sauna and whirlpool with waterfall! The Wooden Nickel Arcade offers state-of-the-art video games and a redemption center allows high scoring winners to cash in tokens for prizes. The 18-hole miniature golf course is open weather permitting. Wasserbahn Waterpark Resort is within a few minutes of many shops, hearty dining, theater and more offered by the Amana Colonies.

For additional information or make a reservations at Holiday Inn - Click Here

Have a suggestion for a nice place to stay in Iowa? Like to list your hotel on this page? Just send Jim all of the information and he will check it out. mailto:jimbruner@gettingaway.com

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