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1. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Ames
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

2. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Ames
$95
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

3. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
Ames
$77
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
Ames
$101
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

5. Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
Ames
$93
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Spark by Hilton Ames

6. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
Ames
$94
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

7. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Ames
$95
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Downtown Des Moines
$126
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

9. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Ames
$68
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

10. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Ames
$105
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Courtyard by Marriott Ames

11. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lovington
$68
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

12. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
Ames
$103
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

13. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
Ames
$66
$74 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Sonesta Essential Ames

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
Ames
$118
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Ames
$82
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

16. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Ames
$88
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

17. Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Urbandale
$71
$80 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

18. Iowa House

Iowa House
Ames
$135
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Iowa House

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames
Ames
$101
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

20. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Johnston
$82
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
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Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
Ames
$292
per night
$653 total
includes taxes & fees
Spark by Hilton Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Ames
$265
per night
$593 total
includes taxes & fees
Hilton Garden Inn Ames

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Ames
$69 off
$251
per night
$562 total
includes taxes & fees
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Ames
$265
per night
$593 total
includes taxes & fees
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Park Inn by Radisson, Ames

Park Inn by Radisson, Ames
Ames
$170
per night
$381 total
includes taxes & fees
Park Inn by Radisson, Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Ames
$313
per night
$700 total
includes taxes & fees
Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Ames
$297
per night
$665 total
includes taxes & fees
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Ames
$354
per night
$792 total
includes taxes & fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Ames
$349
per night
$782 total
includes taxes & fees
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
Ames
$353
per night
$791 total
includes taxes & fees
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Ames
$284
per night
$636 total
includes taxes & fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
Ames
$375
per night
$840 total
includes taxes & fees
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
Ames
$227
per night
$507 total
includes taxes & fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

Red Roof Inn Ames

Red Roof Inn Ames
Ames
$200
per night
$448 total
includes taxes & fees
Red Roof Inn Ames

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus
Ames
$232
per night
$519 total
includes taxes & fees
Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

Check out pet-friendly hotels in Ames

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Ames
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Ames
$95
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
Ames
$93
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Spark by Hilton Ames

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Ames
$95
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Ames
$82
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Ames
$68
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
Ames
$77
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Ames
$84
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hilton Garden Inn Ames

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Ames
$94
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
Ames
$66
$74 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Sonesta Essential Ames
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Ames
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Ames
$68
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Ames
$95
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Ames
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
Ames
$118
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
Ames
$87
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Ames
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Ames
$95
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
Ames
$93
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Spark by Hilton Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Ames
$82
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Ames
$95
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Ames
$68
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Ames
$105
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
Ames
$94
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Ames
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Ames
$84
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
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Price trends for hotels in Ames
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Typical weather for Ames
September
High 25°C / low 14°C. Sunny most days.
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Top landmarks in Ames

A street lined with parked cars, a mural, and various storefronts.

Main Street Cultural District

9.2/10 (172 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Main Street Cultural District when in Ames.
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A glass greenhouse, a statue, and a stone sign at Reiman Gardens.

Reiman Gardens

9.6/10 (225 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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A sign for Iowa State University's Farm House Museum, located at 601 Farm House Lane.

Farm House Museum

9.0/10 (33 reviews)
Farm House Museum is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from central Ames, why not stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Ames has to offer, head to Iowa State University, Stephens Auditorium, and Iowa State Center.
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Jack Trice Stadium

9.4/10 (327 reviews)
You can catch an event at Jack Trice Stadium, located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central Ames. If you think Jack Trice Stadium is cool, you also might like Hilton Coliseum, located nearby.
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Hilton Coliseum

9.4/10 (263 reviews)
You can catch an event at Hilton Coliseum, located 1.3 mi (2 km) from central Ames. If you think Hilton Coliseum is cool, you also might like Jack Trice Stadium, located nearby.
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Stephens Auditorium

9.0/10 (187 reviews)
Stephens Auditorium is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central Ames, why not stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Ames has to offer, head to Iowa State Center, Hilton Coliseum, and Jack Trice Stadium.
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Iowa State Center

9.4/10 (114 reviews)
Iowa State Center is worth a visit, located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Ames.
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Veenker Memorial Golf Course

8.6/10 (28 reviews)
You might want to play some rounds at Veenker Memorial Golf Course, located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from central 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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Check out reviews of Ames hotels guests love

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

8/10 Good
"Staff was helpful"
Alexis R 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus
Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was ok to great. Breakfast was just ok. Everything else was great."
patty 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Spark by Hilton Ames
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful beds, good breakfast with good options and clean common areas as well as the rooms. I would stay again!"
Kimberly 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

8/10 Good
"Great location and staff, but the room had some stained couch cushions and was kind of gross."
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

8/10 Good
"The room was fairly clean although the landline and some other spots were dusty. The toilet didn’t work but they fixed it within 15 minutes. The workers were all nice and accommodating."
Harriet 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8/10 Good
"Good breakfast"
Mandy 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms and friendly staff. The breakfast could have been better by having fresh fruit and biscuits and gravy."
Joe 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

10/10 Excellent
"Our room was very clean. The staff was amazing.. we didn't utilize the breakfast or bar as we were busy with a wedding all weekend. We will return for a stay on our next trip to Ames"
Kelly 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

8/10 Good
"Room was clean, comfortable bed. No hand soap in the room. Mirrors were awful to put on makeup! Breakfast was a joke, waffle maker wasn’t turned on so cold cereal, yogurt or packaged muffins. Smelly pizza box was in the hallway for two days!! Outside garbage was overflowing!! Don’t like kiosk check in!"
Esther 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers like in Ames?
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?
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites, Sonesta Essential Ames and Microtel Inn & Suites 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 58 vacation homes. In addition, you can choose from 15 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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