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Ames, Iowa, is the home of Iowa State University. This city has 35 woodland parks and over 55 miles of bike and pedestrian trails. Ames prides itself on having the amenities of a big city with the friendliness of a small town. Visitors will find they have a range of options for Ames hotels, from bed and breakfasts to historic hotels on the campus of ISU, or a number of budget friendly hotels throughout the city.

Ames Quick Picks and Tips

Conventions

Guests at hotels in Ames will find that the city is a great place for a convention. Options include the Holiday Inn Conference Center and the facilities available at the Iowa State University. The annual Farm Progress show draws large crowds each year.

Dining

Hotels Ames guests may dine at nearby chain restaurants, but should also visit great local places like the Suburban Restaurant, which has been in business for decades.

Major Point of Interest

The Main Street Cultural District hosts frequent festivals and events like the annual Music Walk and the 4th of July parade.

Shopping

Local shops line the Main Street Cultural District, but the North Grand Mall on Grand Avenue is a shopping source for both national chains and local boutiques as well. Also stop by the nearby Prarie Moon winery for wine sampling, but keep in mind the tasting room is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Sports

As the home of the Iowa State Cyclones, collegiate sports are the main sporting attraction in Ames. Cheer for the cyclones in football, basketball, baseball, and track and field.

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Recently booked Ames hotels

Hotel Last booked Stars Price from
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center 18 hours ago 3 stars $88
Days Inn Ames 1 day ago 2 stars $52
GrandStay Residential Suites Ames 2 days ago 3 stars $84
BEST WESTERN PLUS University Park Inn & Suites 2 days ago 3 stars $99
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames 2 days ago 2 stars $55
Super 8 Ames 4 days ago 2 stars $50
Econo Lodge Ames 5 days ago 2 stars $69
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites AMES 6 days ago 3 stars $86
Hilton Garden Inn Ames 10 days ago 3 stars $87
AmericInn Ames 13 days ago 3 stars $99

Recently Rated Ames Hotels

Hotel Reviews Stars Price from
Econo Lodge Ames
3.4 / 5
15 reviews 		2 stars $69
Days Inn Ames
3.6 / 5
31 reviews 		2 stars $52
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center
4.3 / 5
23 reviews 		3 stars $88
Hampton Inn Ames
3.8 / 5
8 reviews 		3 stars $84
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
4.3 / 5
14 reviews 		3 stars $87
BEST WESTERN PLUS University Park Inn & Suites
3.8 / 5
17 reviews 		3 stars $99
AmericInn Ames
4 / 5
14 reviews 		3 stars $99
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
3.8 / 5
30 reviews 		2 stars $55
Comfort Inn Ames
3.7 / 5
11 reviews 		2 stars $84
GrandStay Residential Suites Ames
4.4 / 5
8 reviews 		3 stars $84

Ames hotels

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1 BEST WESTERN PLUS University Park Inn & Suites

3 stars
3.8 / 5 17 reviews

2500 University Boulevard Map

Experience all that Ames, IA has to offer - from Iowa State University to the Reiman Gardens to the bustling Main Street Cultural District - within minutes of this cozy hotel. Centrally located... More

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Very Nice for the Price
Everything went over well with my stay there. The hot tub was broken, but seeing as we weren't going to use it anyway it was no big deal. Overall pretty good weekend!
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Apr 22, 2013
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2 GrandStay Residential Suites Ames

3 stars
4.4 / 5 8 reviews

1606 South Kellogg Avenue Map

Conveniently located at the Intersection of Hwy 30 at Exit 69-Duff Ave. The GrandStay Residential Suites combines all the comforts of home with the services of a grand hotel. YouĆ¢Ā€Ā™re sure to... More

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Overnight visit
The room was clean and all the appliances worked just fine. I had no problems with the room.
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Nov 13, 2012
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3 Days Inn Ames

2 stars
3.6 / 5 31 reviews

229 S Duff Ave Map

Close to Iowa State University, 1 mile to stadium and campus. Located in the heart of downtown Ames. Plenty of shopping, dining and entertainment within walking distance. No Pets. More

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A night in Ames
Good moderately priced room. Well located. Easy to get to. Clean enough. Wash clothes were great, towels a little thin. Breakfast was skimpy, biscuits and gravy were the only warm item.
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May 15, 2013
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4 Gateway Hotel and Conference Center

3 stars
4.3 / 5 23 reviews

2100 Green Hills Dr Map

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center Ames Iowa is defining new standards for hospitality luxury and convenience in the Midwest. Guests are welcomed to a world of beauty and elegance where each... More

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Graduation station
Hectic graduation at IA State - and this hotel pick put some peace and relatation in the mix! Wish we had found it freshmen year not senior year!
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May 13, 2013
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5 Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

2 stars
3.8 / 5 30 reviews

2216 SE 16th St Map

Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Ames - Enjoy a Quality Hotel Room at a Discount Hotel Price Enjoy consistency, quality, reasonable prices and great service each time you stay with Microtel Inn... More

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Stop for work
The staff was very friendly, rooms where small but clean, the bed was comfortable. The only down side is if you donā€™t like cereal or toast for breakfast. The soap and shampoo where above average or...
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Mar 27, 2013
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6 Holiday Inn AMES CONFERENCE CENTER AT ISU

3 stars
4.2 / 5 6 reviews

2609 University Blvd Map

Ames Conference Center hotel is close to Iowa State University! Holiday Inn Ames Conference Center ā€“ ISU is located just off Hwy 30 and 5 miles from I-35. We are 2 miles from the Iowa State... More

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close to campus
We were going to ISU in Ames the hotel is close to the campus, it is away from the city. The city is a easy drive if you want to get to Ames.
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Aug 16, 2011
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7 Super 8 Ames

2 stars
2.6 / 5 15 reviews

1418 S Dayton Place Map

The Super 8 Ames, Iowa is conveniently located off I-35, Exit 111-B and Hwy 30. The property is located between Des Moines, Iowa and Mason City, Iowa. The Super 8 Ames, Iowa is just minutes away... More

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Dirty room
The room was old fashioned and dirty. Hair from previous guests on bed sheets and in bathroom. TV was nice and new and liked the fridge, but overall cleanliness was terrible.
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Nov 7, 2012
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8 AmericInn Ames

3 stars
4.0 / 5 14 reviews

2507 S.E.16TH St. Map

Conveniently located 1/2 mile west of I-35, AmericInn Ames is near Iowa State University and has a country style dƩcor, comfortable amenities and a warm and welcoming atmosphere sure to please... More

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Great stay
Room was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Was a skip and a hop to ISU campus.
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Apr 15, 2013
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9 Econo Lodge Ames

2 stars
3.4 / 5 15 reviews

2600 SE 16th Street Map

The Econo Lodge Ames is ideally located near many popular destinations including Iowa State University, North Grand Mall, Ames Municipal Airport, Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad, Reiman Gardens... More

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Not so grand
First the lady at the front desk got so lost and then did not tell us the information we needed. We had to go back to the front desk multiple times as our keys did not work their was not remote...
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May 20, 2013
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10 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites AMES

3 stars
3.7 / 5 6 reviews

2600 E. 13TH STREET Map

Enjoy Our Ames, Iowa Hotel's Premier Accommodations Just off Interstate 35 and near an array of attractions and businesses in Ames, Iowa, our hotel's accommodations provide an unbeatable experience... More

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ISU Parents Beware - Better place to stay in Ames!
Checked in and after having made reservation for two rooms on-line, and thought they were both paid for. Hotel staff said I had only one room, so I had to give them my credit card for another room....
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Aug 13, 2012
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11 Hampton Inn Ames

3 stars
3.8 / 5 8 reviews

1400 South Dayton Place Map

in the heart of the Midwest...welcome to the Hampton Inn Ames.Centered in Iowa and the Midwest, Ames is home to rich outdoor parks, bike trails, an active business community and Iowa State... More

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Ordinary experience
Solid hotel with competent friendly staff. Don't get a room at the end of the hall way. The slamming outside door will interrupt your sleep.
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Apr 29, 2013
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12 Hilton Garden Inn Ames

3 stars
4.3 / 5 14 reviews

1325 Dickinson Ave Map

The Hilton Garden Inn Ames is located in the heart of Iowa on Highway 30 west at the South Dakota exit and just five miles from Interstate 35. The hotel is three miles from Iowa State University -... More

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April 2013
Staff is very friendly and helpful. I will be a repeat customer.
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Apr 28, 2013
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13 Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Ames, IA

3 stars
3.8 / 5 6 reviews

2605 SE 16th Street Map

Hotel is conveniently located at the corner of I-35 & US Highway 30 Exit 111B, within 2 miles of Iowa State University. Hotel features Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet featuring scrambled eggs... More

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Traveling thur Iowa
Traveling back from AR , chose Country Inn Suites because of their room rate thur I found on-line. Check-in went very smooth, pleasant Front Desk, Cookies and Coffee available 24/7, Convenient...
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Sep 9, 2012
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14 Comfort Inn Ames

2 stars
3.7 / 5 11 reviews

1605 S. Dayton Place Map

Great Ames location with easy highway access and minutes from Iowa State University. Features include: Indoor pool with hot tub. Free Wireless High Speed Internet in all rooms and public areas.... More

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Great place to stay while visiting Iowa State
My daughter and I spent one night in this reasonably priced hotel. Although it shows signs of age, the rooms were clean and the pool area was nice. The front desk staff were very friendly and...
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Feb 19, 2013
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15 Quality Inn & Suites Starlite Village Conference Center

2 stars
4.2 / 5 6 reviews

2601 East 13th Street Map

Full service meeting and convention center remodeled in 2007. Minutes from the Iowa State University campus and all Ames area companies and attractions. Restaurant on premises with room service. ... More

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Needs a better pool
The room was clean and comfortable, but the swimming pool was a big disappointment. It is only three feet at the deep end, and the water was very warm. My grandchildren had just spent the day at...
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Aug 13, 2012
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16 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

2 stars
5.0 / 5 1 reviews

2137 Isaac Newton Dr. SE 16th St. Map

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott, in Ames, Iowa, is conveniently located at the crossroads of I-35 and Hwy 30. We are minutes away from Sauer-Danfoss, Ball Plastic Corporation, Barilla,... More

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