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Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast
Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
Cozy B&B surrounded by nature's charm with hiking trails and rowing adventures just outside your door. Ada Hayden Heritage Park and Story City Carousel await nearby, while free parking and a peaceful terrace enhance your Iowa getaway.
The price is $95
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast
Desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Super 8 by Wyndham Story City
Super 8 by Wyndham Story City
2.0 star property
Story City
6.4 out of 10, (369 reviews)
Wake up to a quiet, convenient setting at this motel with free on-the-go breakfast served daily. Just minutes from Story City Carousel, guests enjoy complimentary WiFi and parking while business travelers appreciate the practical amenities.
The price is $61
$69 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Super 8 by Wyndham Story City
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Americas Best Value Inn Story City
Americas Best Value Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (286 reviews)
This budget-friendly hotel offers continental breakfast, complimentary WiFi and parking near Story City Carousel. Enjoy morning meals from 6:30 AM daily, with comfortable rooms and convenient business services just minutes from local attractions.
The price is $54
$60 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Americas Best Value Inn Story City
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Red Roof Inn Ames
Red Roof Inn Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
6.2 out of 10, (868 reviews)
Wake up to a complimentary breakfast at this welcoming hotel, where free WiFi and parking add extra value. Located within a short drive of Iowa State University, Country Gables Park, and Cinemark Movies 12, the helpful staff ensures a pleasant stay.
The price is $53
$59 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Red Roof Inn Ames
Casino
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
3.0 star property
Jefferson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (418 reviews)
Test your fortune at the on-site casino, then unwind in the indoor pool at this Jefferson retreat. Free perks include daily breakfast, WiFi, and parking. A snack bar and terrace complement rooms with microwaves and refrigerators, all near local attractions.
The price is $130
$146 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
This spacious Ames hotel provides an indoor pool, fitness center, and on-site restaurant just minutes from Iowa State University. Each room includes refrigerator and microwave conveniences, with free breakfast, WiFi and parking rounding out your comfortable stay.
The price is $77
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Indoor pool
Baymont by Wyndham Boone
Baymont by Wyndham Boone
2.5 star property
Boone
7.6 out of 10, Good, (555 reviews)
This peaceful hotel offers a quiet atmosphere with convenient access to Boone Speedway and McHose Park. Enjoy a morning dip in the indoor pool, workout in the fitness center, and start your day with free breakfast before exploring.
The price is $89
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Baymont by Wyndham Boone
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Comfort Inn Story City
Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (393 reviews)
Take a dip in the indoor pool at this welcoming hotel near Story City Carousel. Enjoy free WiFi and parking while staying active in the fitness center. Fellow travelers consistently praise the exceptionally helpful staff at this comfortable Iowa retreat.
The price is $91
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Comfort Inn Story City
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
The price is $90
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
This quiet hotel offers an indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center near Iowa State University. Enjoy the free breakfast and parking before exploring nearby Reiman Gardens and Christofferson Park. Helpful staff ensure a peaceful, convenient stay.
The price is $87
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Front of property - evening/night
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG
2.5 star property
Ames
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (416 reviews)
Quiet sanctuary near Iowa State University offers an indoor pool for morning swims and a 24-hour fitness center. Free breakfast, WiFi, and parking await just minutes from the Octagon Center for the Arts and Main Street Cultural District.
The price is $101
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG
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Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
Just a 5-minute drive from Iowa State University, this hotel offers an indoor pool and fitness center to keep your routine going. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff and clean, comfortable rooms, while free breakfast and parking add exceptional value.
The price is $93
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
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American Inn & Suites
American Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Boone
6.8 out of 10, (274 reviews)
La Carreta serves Mexican cuisine at this comfy Boone hotel where you'll enjoy free WiFi and parking. Located near McHose Park and Boone Speedway, the 24-hour front desk ensures your needs are met any time of day.
The price is $70
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
American Inn & Suites
Reception
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (568 reviews)
This hotel's indoor pool and fitness center create a refreshing retreat minutes from Iowa State University. Guests rave about helpful staff members. Free perks include breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Nearby attractions feature Country Gables Park and Cinemark Movies 12.
The price is $98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Bar (on property)
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
2.5 star property
Boone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (398 reviews)
Steps from the train station, this welcoming hotel offers free breakfast and parking. Unwind with drinks at the bar or grab a quick bite at the deli. Modern rooms include refrigerators and microwaves, while McHose Park provides nearby outdoor recreation.
The price is $90
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Jetted tub
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
6.2 out of 10, (944 reviews)
Just 5 minutes from Iowa State, this Ames hotel offers complimentary on-the-go breakfast between 6-10 AM. Explore nearby Octagon Center for the Arts and Main Street Cultural District, then return to enjoy free parking and 24-hour front desk service.
The price is $69
$77 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (564 reviews)
Just minutes from Iowa State University, this hotel offers a welcoming indoor pool and complimentary perks including WiFi, parking, and daily continental breakfast. Located near Country Gables Park and Cinemark Ames Movies 12, guests consistently praise the helpful staff and clean rooms.
The price is $110
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Sonesta Essential Ames
Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
Dive into the indoor pool after exploring Iowa State University just 10 minutes away. Fellow travelers praise the helpful staff and clean rooms at this quiet hotel with 24-hour fitness center, free breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
The price is $55
$62 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Sonesta Essential Ames
Lobby sitting area
Spark by Hilton Ames
Spark by Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
Just 10 minutes from Iowa State University, this hotel offers an indoor pool, free WiFi, and complimentary parking. Wake up to continental breakfast served daily, and explore nearby Christofferson Park and Reiman Gardens. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff and clean rooms.
The price is $84
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Spark by Hilton Ames
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (292 reviews)
Splash into the indoor pool at this hotel just a 5-minute drive from Iowa State University. Grab a bite at the café or unwind with a drink at the bar after exploring nearby attractions like Cinemark Ames Movies 12. Helpful staff and free parking enhance your stay.
The price is $91
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
$23 off
The price is $91
per night
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
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Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
The price is $135
per night
$303 total
includes taxes & fees
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Americas Best Value Inn Story City

Americas Best Value Inn Story City

Americas Best Value Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (286)
The price is $54
$60 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Americas Best Value Inn Story City
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
The price is $77
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
The price is $87
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
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When is the best time to visit Ames?

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Top landmarks in Ames

This is me at rimon gardens. I like taking photos with all the CYs in Ames . It is a fun place to go because they are always changing the exhibits. It is pretty cool.
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Open Photo by Sophia Bleich

Reiman Gardens

4.6/5 (82 reviews)
Reiman Gardens is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from central Ames, why not stop by during your stay. If you like Reiman Gardens, you'll love Heart of Iowa Nature Trail, just a short drive away.
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Main Street Cultural District

Main Street Cultural District

4.4/5 (41 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Main Street Cultural District when in Ames.
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Ames and related destinations

Wander through Iowa State University's campus, where the Campanile tower chimes across manicured lawns and Reiman Gardens showcases butterflies in glass-enclosed splendor. The Main Street Cultural District offers shops in historic buildings that escaped the architectural blandness afflicting most Midwestern downtowns. Cyclones fans create seismic activity at Jack Trice Stadium and Hilton Coliseum, their enthusiasm suggesting sports here might be religion rather than hobby. The Octagon Center displays local art that's surprisingly sophisticated for a town this size. Between government research facilities and the university, Ames maintains a curious blend of agricultural roots and scientific innovation – a college town where test tubes and tractors coexist in unexpected harmony.

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Iowa State University featuring a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture

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AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

10/10 Excellent
"Nice clean modern room with a large TV. Large hot tub and a nice size swimming pool. The front desk employee was very nice and friendly. There is also a breakfast but we did not partake of it, choosing to sleep in."
Mary 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

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What hotels do travelers like in Ames?
Iowa House, Hampton Inn & Suites Ames and TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames are all properties that our guests really like.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Ames?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Ames, most properties provide refundable* bookable rates. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Ames if I'm looking for a cheap accommodation?
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus, Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites and AmericInn by Wyndham Ames are a few accommodations you might want to consider that'll save you money.
Where can I stay in Ames if I want a vacation home instead of a hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 52 vacation homes. In addition, you can choose from 12 apartments.
What will the weather in Ames be like during my trip?
The warmest months in Ames are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 27°F. The rainiest months are May and June.
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