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Situated within 5.1 km of Jack Trice Stadium and 6.3 km of Iowa State Center, MICROTEL Inn and Suites - Ames provides rooms in Ames. Featuring a garden, the 2-star motel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 50 km from Iowa State Capitol Building.

Breakfast was good....but should have variations Location was lovely

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7.5
Good
316 reviews
Price from
US$77.11
per night

Just 3 miles away from Iowa State University, Super 8 Ames is located just off Highway 30 near Interstate 35. This hotel offers complimentary daily breakfast and vending machines.

Each room at Super 8 Ames provides a TV with cable channels, a desk and air conditioning. Some rooms offer a microwave and refrigerator. Private bathrooms come complete with a bath or shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Breakfast was quick and fast the location wasn't bad

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5.3
Review score
150 reviews
Price from
US$61.88
per night

Located just minutes from the beautiful campus of Iowa State University, the Baymont Inn & Suites Ames hotel is the perfect place for business and leisure travelers. This Ames, IA hotel is minutes from the Iowa State Center multi-purpose complex, the Octagon Center for the Arts, the Brunnier Art Museum, Ledges State Park and the Living History Farms museum.

Wonderfully kind staff. Delicious breakfast.

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7.2
Good
188 reviews
Price from
US$89.60
per night

Located in the central Iowa city of Ames, this hotel is just 1 mile from Iowa State University. It serves a hot buffet breakfast every morning and features an indoor pool.

A full kitchenette and a seating area with a sofa bed are part of every room at GrandStay Hotel & Suites Ames. They also include free Wi-Fi access and Bath and Body Works toiletries.

Beautiful spacious room, clean.

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7.8
Good
386 reviews
Price from
US$116.48
per night

Located just 1.6 km from Iowa State University, this hotel features an indoor heated pool, hot tub and fitness centre.

Each room includes a flat-screen cable TV with premium cable channels. A refrigerator and coffee maker are also provided in each room at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites. Guests will also find a desk and seating area, along with complimentary WiFi.

The staff was very helpful and friendly. Breakfast very good and plenty of food choices. Availability of fresh fruit and coffee/hot drinks 24 h. Had a swimming pool with Jacuzzi and a gym. It was a pleasant and comfortable stay.

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7.8
Good
122 reviews
Price from
US$99.01
per night

This hotel, located 5 km from downtown Ames and 3.2 km to Iowa State University, features an on-site restaurant and bar. It offers spacious rooms with free WiFi and a refrigerator.

Free access to the indoor pool is provided to all guests of the Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU. A small gym and a business center are also available.

Front desk very helpful, very clean hotel, clean rooms, with polite staff

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6.9
Review score
215 reviews
Price from
US$99.01
per night

While staying at the Ames Red Roof Inn, guests can easily discover the charming architecture and unique shops of Ames city centre. Guests can also explore nearby attractions such as the Reiman Gardens or the Brunnier Gallery and Museum.

My husband and I were very tired. We had a difficult and long journey. We needed to stop and take a breather. We found this hotel. We really liked the location. Calm and quiet! The service staff is very polite and attentive. The staff responded to our various requests instantly! Having breakfast was also nice! We were not able to enjoy all the services of the hotel, as we only stayed to sleep. But I definitely put this hotel on my radar☺️. Thank you. Sincerely, Lana and Paul Pausig

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7.2
Good
334 reviews
Price from
US$77.83
per night

Located in Ames, 4.1 km from Iowa State Center and 5 km from Jack Trice Stadium, 4 mi to Jack Thrice Stadium + hot tub offers air conditioning. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking apartment features a fitness centre.

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8
Very good
1 reviews
Price from
US$208.54
per night

Located in Ames, 4.4 km from Iowa State Center and 4.5 km from Jack Trice Stadium, Welcoming 4BR near ISU offers air conditioning. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge.

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7
Good
1 reviews
Price from
US$318.30
per night

Set in Ames, 2 km from Jack Trice Stadium and 2.5 km from Iowa State Center, Campus Downtown WiFi Near Starbucks Superhosts offers a garden and air conditioning. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge. Outdoor dining is also possible at Campus Downtown WiFi Near Starbucks Superhosts.

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9.5
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
US$113.40
per night

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  • SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 167 reviews

    SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames is set in Ames, 49 km from Iowa State Capitol Building and 4.1 km from Jack Trice Stadium. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    Clean, updated, comfortable bed and friendly staff

  • Iowa House Historic Inn
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 132 reviews

    Iowa House Historic Inn is situated in Ames, 1.2 km from Iowa State Center, and has a fitness centre. The property is located 1.5 km from Jack Trice Stadium.

    Perfect location, great rooms and attentive staff.

  • Staybridge Suites - Ames, an IHG Hotel
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Staybridge Suites - Ames, an IHG Hotel is set in Ames. The property is located 49 km from Iowa State Capitol Building, 5 km from Jack Trice Stadium and 6.2 km from Iowa State Center.

  • TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 24 reviews

    TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames has free bikes, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Ames. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a business centre and luggage storage space.

    Kitchenette was a HUGE benefit, on a multi day trip. All common areas were spacious and nice.

  • Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 180 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre, Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus is set in Ames in the Iowa region, 1.9 km from Jack Trice Stadium and 3 km from Iowa State Center.

    close to campus and dining. clean and comfortable

  • Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 182 reviews

    Located 5 minutes' drive away from Iowa State University, the Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus features a heated indoor swimming pool and complimentary continental breakfast.

    Very nice place very clean and very nice employees

  • AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 542 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and a complimentary breakfast, this hotel is located 6 kilometers from Ames Municipal Airport. A flat-screen cable TV is provided in each room at AmericInn by Wyndham Ames.

    Great staff, comfortable rooms, convenient location

  • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 296 reviews

    Offering an indoor pool, hot tub and fitness centre, this Ames hotel is 6.6 km away from Iowa State University. A daily free breakfast is provided. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

    Breakfast was good and well stocked with good variety.

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  • Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
    Budget options available
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 118 reviews

    Days Inn Ames offers accommodation in Ames. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and features a TV with cable channels. Every room has a private bathroom.

    Our room was great! We would request that one again!

  • MICROTEL Inn and Suites - Ames
    Budget options available
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 315 reviews

    Situated within 5.1 km of Jack Trice Stadium and 6.3 km of Iowa State Center, MICROTEL Inn and Suites - Ames provides rooms in Ames.

    Reasonable prices. Great location to access everything.

  • Super 8 by Wyndham Ames
    Budget options available
    5.3
    Scored 5.3
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 150 reviews

    Just 3 miles away from Iowa State University, Super 8 Ames is located just off Highway 30 near Interstate 35. This hotel offers complimentary daily breakfast and vending machines.

    Staff is great and always very helpful when needed.

  • Red Roof Inn Ames
    Budget options available
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 334 reviews

    Just off motorway I-35, within a short drive of Iowa State University, this hotel in Ames, Iowa features guestrooms with comfortable Cloud Nine beds.

    The breakfast was good with a little of everything

  • Campus Downtown WiFi Near Starbucks Superhosts
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Set in Ames, 2 km from Jack Trice Stadium and 2.5 km from Iowa State Center, Campus Downtown WiFi Near Starbucks Superhosts offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • Econo Lodge
    Budget options available
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 97 reviews

    The Econo Lodge hotel is less than five miles from Iowa State University.

    Staff was great very friendly and good with my kids price was awesome

  • Charming Ames Home 1 Mi to Iowa State University!

    Set in Ames, 4.2 km from Iowa State Center and 4.5 km from Jack Trice Stadium, Charming Ames Home 1 Mi to Iowa State University! offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

  • Welcoming 4BR near ISU
    Budget options available
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1 review

    Located in Ames, 4.4 km from Iowa State Center and 4.5 km from Jack Trice Stadium, Welcoming 4BR near ISU offers air conditioning.

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  • Downtown & Campus Wifi W D Netflix 2Br 1Ba
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Ames, 2 km from Jack Trice Stadium and 2.5 km from Iowa State Center, Downtown & Campus Wifi W D Netflix 2Br 1Ba offers air conditioning.

  • Hampton Inn and Suites Ames, IA
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 59 reviews

    Set in Ames, Iowa region, Hampton Inn and Suites Ames, IA is situated 6.3 km from Iowa State Center.

    Clean and very quiet. Large rooms, bathrooms, showers. Front desk staff were very pleasant & helpful.

  • Courtyard Ames
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 68 reviews

    Set 2.3 km from Jack Trice Stadium, Courtyard Ames offers 3-star accommodation in Ames and features free bikes, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.

    Beautiful, brand new, great outdoor area with tons of comfy furniture and a fire. Bed was super comfy.

  • Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ames, an IHG Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 78 reviews

    This hotel located in Ames, Iowa is only 4.4 miles from Hilton Coliseum sporting venue. A heated indoor pool is available and guest rooms include coffee facilities and free Wi-Fi.

    I felt very safe, it was very clean. The people were very nice.

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites Ames
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 51 reviews

    This hotel, a 5-minute drive from Reiman Gardens, features an indoor pool and a hot tub. Each guestroom is air-conditioned and offers a mini-refrigerator and microwave.

    The staff was awesome and the rooms were very nice.

  • Spacious 2BR Suite Plus Patio Near Iowa State
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 14 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Spacious 2BR Suite Plus Patio Near Iowa State is situated in Ames.

  • University Suite + Pool + Gym
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Set in Ames, 4.5 km from Iowa State Center and 4.6 km from Jack Trice Stadium, University Suite + Pool + Gym offers a fitness centre and air conditioning.

  • GrandStay Hotel & Suites Ames
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 386 reviews

    Located in the central Iowa city of Ames, this hotel is just 1 mile from Iowa State University. It serves a hot buffet breakfast every morning and features an indoor pool.

    The price for an “no game” weekend was just right.

  • Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 122 reviews

    Located just 1.6 km from Iowa State University, this hotel features an indoor heated pool, hot tub and fitness centre. Each room includes a flat-screen cable TV with premium cable channels.

    I like gym and the breakfast and how easy it was to get in and out

  • Gateway Hotel and Conference Center
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 24 reviews

    Situated 2 km from Jack Trice Stadium, Gateway Hotel and Conference Center offers 3-star accommodation in Ames and has free bikes, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Hilton Garden Inn Ames
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 52 reviews

    This Ames hotel is about 10 minutes' drive from Iowa State University and Jack Trice Stadium. It features an indoor pool, restaurant and lounge and rooms with a 32-inch flat-screen TV.

    We like staying at this property. comfortable beds and rooms are clean.

  • Baymont by Wyndham Ames
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 188 reviews

    Located just minutes from the beautiful campus of Iowa State University, the Baymont Inn & Suites Ames hotel is the perfect place for business and leisure travelers.

    Very nice staff - good value and comfortable rooms.

  • Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 215 reviews

    This hotel, located 5 km from downtown Ames and 3.2 km to Iowa State University, features an on-site restaurant and bar. It offers spacious rooms with free WiFi and a refrigerator.

    Very nice hotel and a great value for the high quality

  • Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 65 reviews

    Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus is located near many popular destinations, including the North Grand Mall, Ames Municipal Airport and Iowa State University.

    Excellent breakfast, super quiet, and very friendly staff!!

  • Onsite coffee bar just mins to Jack Thrice Stadium

    Located in Ames, 4.1 km from Iowa State Center and 5 km from Jack Trice Stadium, Onsite coffee bar just mins to Jack Thrice Stadium offers air conditioning.

  • 4 mi to Jack Thrice Stadium + amenities

    Set in Ames, 4.1 km from Iowa State Center and 5 km from Jack Trice Stadium, 4 mi to Jack Thrice Stadium + amenities offers air conditioning.

  • University Flat + Amenitized Building

    Situated in Ames, 4.5 km from Iowa State Center and 4.6 km from Jack Trice Stadium, University Flat + Amenitized Building offers a fitness centre and air conditioning.

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