What is the most popular destination in Iowa?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Dubuque (39% of total searches to Iowa). The next most popular destinations are Des Moines (36%) and Oskaloosa (18%). Searches for hotels in Cedar Rapids (7%) are also popular. Visit our Iowa page for the latest deals!

How much is a cheap hotel in Iowa?

KAYAK users have found double rooms in Iowa for as cheap as $66 ( Cedar Rapids ) in the last 3 days. The average price is $242. Visit our Iowa page for the latest deals!

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Latest Iowa Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARDubuque

3+ stars from $122

Des Moines

3 stars from $127

4+ stars from $214

Cedar Rapids

3 stars from $128

4+ stars from $338

Iowa City

3 stars from $156

4+ stars from $199

Altoona

3+ stars from $166

Best Iowa hotels

Hotel Julien Dubuque

Dubuque, IA, United States

8.6Very Good(818)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Spa

$281+

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Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

Dubuque, IA, United States

7.0Good(801)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

$300+

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton

Downtown

9.1Wonderful(364)

Free Wi-Fi

$344+

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Des Moines, IA, United States

7.7Good(1312)

Airport shuttle

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

$136+

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Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr

Des Moines, IA, United States

5.2Fair(690)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

Downtown

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

$322+

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Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Iowa City, IA, United States

8.7Very Good(581)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

$205+

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Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines

Des Moines, IA, United States

3.8Poor(757)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

$120+

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Days Inn by Wyndham Dubuque

Dubuque, IA, United States

6.9Okay(1411)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Pet-friendly

$97+

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Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

Council Bluffs, IA, United States

7.2Good(390)

Parking

Pool

$275+

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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Downtown

8.5Very Good(1092)

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

$249+

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Holiday Inn & Suites Council Bluffs-I-29

Council Bluffs, IA, United States

8.4Very Good(1426)

Parking

Airport shuttle

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

$237+

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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 June, with average rates of $192. In comparison, January is the most expensive month, with prices at $591.

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

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in Iowa, with an average nightly price of $163. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at $390.

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 $117, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was $173. 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 $109 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as $109 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from $238 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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2 stars and below

3 stars

4 stars and above

Low season	June
High season	August
Average price (weeknight)	$187
Average price (weekend night)	$233

Cheapest month to stay with an average 82% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 285% rise in price.

Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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 June and March.
Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Iowa if you stay on a Tuesday. The opposite is true for, Friday, which is usually the most expensive day.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Iowa for 4 days.

What is the most popular destination in Iowa?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Dubuque (39% of total searches to Iowa). The next most popular destinations are Des Moines (36%) and Oskaloosa (18%). Searches for hotels in Cedar Rapids (7%) are also popular.
How much is a cheap hotel in Iowa?
KAYAK users have found double rooms in Iowa for as cheap as $66 (Cedar Rapids) in the last 3 days. The average price is $242.