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Indoor pool
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,289 reviews)
Steps from Iowa State University, Gateway Hotel offers spacious rooms with microwaves and fridges. Enjoy a meal at The IowaStater restaurant, swim in the indoor pool, or work out at the fitness center. Free WiFi and parking complete your comfortable stay.
$95 nightly
The price is $106
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Indoor pool
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
Unwind at this comfortable hotel featuring an indoor pool and hot tub for year-round enjoyment. Located near Country Gables Park and Cinemark, guests appreciate the free breakfast, WiFi, parking, and attentive staff ready to assist with your business or leisure stay.
$80 nightly
The price is $90
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Lobby
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 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.
$79 nightly
The price is $88
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Lobby
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, (1,000 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.
$91 nightly
The price is $102
May 24 - May 25
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
Centrally located in Ames with a 24-hour health club and complimentary continental breakfast served daily. Clean rooms and friendly staff create a welcoming atmosphere near Country Gables Park and Cinemark Movies 12. Free parking adds convenience to your stay.
$76 nightly
The price is $85
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
Free continental breakfast
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
2.5 star property
Ames
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
Within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University, this Ames hotel offers a soothing hot tub and convenient fitness center. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi, and parking, plus a welcoming bar/lounge. Country Gables Park and Cinemark Movies 12 are nearby.
$78 nightly
The price is $88
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
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, (1,001 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.
$73 nightly
The price is $82
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Essential Ames
Exterior
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (586 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.
$93 nightly
The price is $104
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
Lobby sitting area
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (447 reviews)
This peaceful hotel in Ames provides free breakfast, WiFi, and parking just 10 minutes from Iowa State University. Enjoy the indoor pool and 24-hour fitness center after exploring nearby Country Gables Park. Travelers consistently praise the helpful staff.
$88 nightly
The price is $99
May 7 - May 8
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames
Free daily full breakfast
Iowa House
Iowa House
3.0 star property
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (836 reviews)
Wake up to a complimentary full breakfast at this welcoming Ames B&B, just 5 minutes from Iowa State University. Guests love the comfortable rooms, free WiFi and parking. Farm House Museum and Stephens Auditorium are nearby for cultural exploration.
$135 nightly
The price is $151
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
Iowa House
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (305 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.
$107 nightly
The price is $120
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Reception
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (586 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.
$98 nightly
The price is $110
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Lobby
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
Dive into the indoor pool after a day exploring Iowa State University, just a 10-minute drive away. This hotel offers free breakfast, WiFi, and parking, with Farm House Museum and Reiman Gardens nearby for cultural excursions.
$68 nightly
The price is $76
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
$98 nightly
The price is $110
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
BBQ/picnic area
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (278 reviews)
Just minutes from Iowa State University, this Ames hotel features an indoor pool for year-round swimming and a fitness center. Enjoy free WiFi, parking, and breakfast before exploring nearby Country Gables Park and Cinemark Movies 12.
$116 nightly
The price is $130
May 8 - May 9
Total with taxes and fees
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
Lobby
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, (1,000 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.
$82 nightly
The price is $92
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Lobby sitting area
Spark by Hilton Ames
Spark by Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (58 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.
$85 nightly
The price is $96
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Spark by Hilton Ames
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Baymont by Wyndham Ames
Baymont by Wyndham Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
7.0 out of 10, Good, (925 reviews)
Just 10 minutes from Iowa State University, this welcoming hotel offers a free daily buffet breakfast and complimentary WiFi. Guests praise the helpful staff, while nearby attractions include Country Gables Park and Cinemark Ames Movies 12.
$55 nightly
The price is $62
May 18 - May 19
Total with taxes and fees
Baymont by Wyndham Ames
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (865 reviews)
Unwind at this welcoming Ames hotel, only a short drive from Iowa State University. After exploring Farm House Museum, cool off in the indoor pool or grab American cuisine at Garden Grille & Lounge. Free WiFi and parking enhance your stay.
$108 nightly
The price is $121
May 7 - May 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Property amenity
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
3.0 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
This modern hotel offers complimentary breakfast, WiFi, and parking just 10 minutes from Iowa State University. Take a refreshing swim in the indoor pool or maintain your workout routine at the fitness center, with Country Gables Park nearby for outdoor exploration.
$97 nightly
The price is $109
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
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Check out family-friendly hotels in Ames

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Red Roof Inn Ames

Red Roof Inn Ames

Red Roof Inn Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
6.2 out of 10, (881)
$60 nightly
The price is $67
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Red Roof Inn Ames
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You can also stay at hotels with a hot tub in Ames

Indoor pool
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
$80 nightly
The price is $90
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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When is the best time to visit Ames?

Our prices for hotels in Ames are cheapest in March
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April
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Top landmarks in Ames

Main Street Cultural District

4.6/5 (172 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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Check out reviews of Ames hotels guests love

Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames

8/10 Good
"The room was clean and the breakfast was good."
David 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Sonesta Essential Ames

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Ames?
You can discover great hotels in Ames from $62 with properties to suit all budgets and needs. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames is one low-cost option that's popular with our travelers. If you're after an affordable hotel in Ames that meets all of your requirements, set your filters and then sort the results by "Price: low to high".
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Can I book Ames hotels with free cancellation?
It's easy to book a refundable Ames hotel on Hotels.com. Simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Most hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.
What are some top pet-friendly hotels in Ames?
Consider one of our travelers' favorite pet-friendly hotels in Ames:You can also use the "Amenities" filter in your search on Hotels.com and check "Pet friendly" to discover more pet-friendly hotels in Ames.
What are some of the best hotels in Ames for couples?
Choose a top-rated Ames romantic hotel and enjoy your couple's getaway. Our travelers love Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University, a hotel with a restaurant and an indoor pool. Use the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and select "Adults only" or "Romantic" to find even more hotels in Ames for couples on Hotels.com.
What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Ames?
One of the best Ames hotels for kids is Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is a kid-friendly hotel with a guest score of 9.2 out of 10 offering family-friendly amenities like an indoor pool and a hot tub, plus free cribs in guestrooms. Discover more kid-friendly hotels in Ames by using the Hotels.com "Family friendly" filter in your search.
What are the top Ames hotels with a pool?
Discover some of the best Ames hotels with a pool for a little extra luxury on your trip. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames is a great hotel with an indoor pool and a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its free buffet breakfast and free parking. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is a popular hotel that features an indoor pool along with a hot tub and a restaurant. To find more stays in Ames with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter on Hotels.com in your search and select "Pool".
What are some of the best Ames hotels with free parking?
If you're driving, a great Ames hotel with free parking is a bonus. Our travelers' favorites include:
What are some popular hotels in central Ames?
For hotels in central Ames, check out Iowa House and Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University. Travelers love Iowa House for its location, as well as the free full breakfast, snack bar/deli and free parking this bed & breakfast offers. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is another popular central hotel with an indoor pool, a hot tub and a restaurant.
What hotels do travelers like in Ames?
Guests like Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University, Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites and Spark by Hilton 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?
Two inexpensive options worth considering are Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites and Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus.

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