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1
$100+
Overview
Reviews
Our pet-friendly hotel is close to several local attractions, including the Story Theatre, Iowa State University, Octagon Center for the Arts, Iowa Arboretum and teh Boone and Sceneic Valley Railroad and Museum. Take advantage of our hotels free breakfast, free WiFi, free weekday newspaper, exercise room and a laundry facility. Unwind in one of our cozy guest rooms, all of which feature a TV, hair dryer, coffee maker and an iron and ironing board. Join our Choice Privileges program today and start earning more rewards when you stay at our hotels. *Some amenities may require an additional cost.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Flavored waffles blew my gal pals mind.
Cons: The hot tub room was sort of institutionalized. Was hoping for a Holidome atmosphere. Still very nice.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: It was very clean . Breakfast was very good . Staff was super nice . I was there for the Big 12 indoor conference championship!
Cons: Everything was perfect !
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Very good variety
Cons: Nothing
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Great breakfast!
10.0 Excellent
Pros: easy access
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Great location for Iowa State game ,clean, friendly and right price!
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean rooms, great bed.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Location, clean, nice rooms, fair price
Cons: Everything was fine.
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean and quiet. Beds in great shape. Check in was very quick, since the hotel paperwork was already printed out. I just had to show my ID, sign the form and grab my room cards. The staff was very well prepared.
8.8 Excellent
Pros: Very nice complimentary breakfast! Much higher quality than what I'm used too.
Cons: Bathroom and tub could probably use a good bleach wash.
2
$73+
Overview
Reviews
The Super 8 Story City, Iowa is conveniently located off I-35, Exit 124. The Property is located between Ames, Iowa and Mason City, Iowa. The Super 8 Story City, Iowa is just minutes away from Vanity Fair Outlet Stores. The Super 8 Story City, Iowa is located near The Antique Carousel Mall. Other attractions in the area include Iowa State University, Ledges State Park and Holst State Forest. The Super 8 Story City, Iowa features Free High Speed Wireless, Large RV/Truck/Bus Parking and Superstart Breakfast.
5.0 Okay
Pros: It was cheap
Cons: No house keeping the first day Had to ask for clean towels If you like dry cereal the breakfast was OK
4.2 Okay
Pros: Hotel staff tries to clean but it is so run down nothing helps.
Cons: This hotel is a real shithole! Super 8 should pull their sign Claim to be pet freindly but charged extra for 10lb dog then complained constantly about one thing or another pertaining to the dog. Room reeked of mildew, linens were worn and tired. Would noot rccomend this place to anyone. Manager is a closet drinker and was constantly asking me to go to liqour store and buy him a pint of whiskey so he could hide it from his wife.
8.8 Excellent
Pros: Bed was comfy and room was very clean
Cons: . Parking lot was very dark with limited parking for guests.
6.7 Good
Pros: The gentleman at the front desk was very accommodating And friendly
Cons: The 1st Room I was put in had a heavy smell of mold. The 2nd Room they moved me to the heat wasn't working. And lastly wasn't very impressed with the back door not be in secure.
4.0 Okay
Pros: the bed
Cons: My hearing aids were taken from my room.
5.8 Okay
Cons: Rude manager. Will never stay there again
8.0 Excellent
Pros: For the price range of this motel it is better than just acceptable. Breakfast was good. Didn't use internet. My dog was happy. Parking is easy. Hotel is only a block from Route 35 but the room was quiet with no audible traffic noise. Manager was friendly
Cons: Water faucets on sink worked counterclockwise instead of clockwise but worked perfectly. Pretend you are in Japan where counterclockwise is customary.
3
$73+
Overview
With a stay at Americas Best Value Inn Story City in Story City, you'll be 16 mi (25.8 km) from Iowa State University and 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Main Street Cultural District. Free self parking is available onsite.
4
$131+
Overview
Reviews
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center features 187 guest rooms and suites, thoughtfully appointed with guests' needs in mind. Wheelchair-accessible rooms, baby cribs, rollaway beds, microwaves and refrigerators are available upon request.
8.0 Excellent
Cons: Wifi was pretty bad.
9.0 Excellent
Pros: The rooms were very spacious and kept very nice.
Cons: The breakfast was expensive.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Loved its location to ISU
Cons: The bathroom, particularly the shower with the see-thru glass block wall, was a bit weird.
6.0 Good
Pros: Location
Cons: breakfast not included, breakfast buffet expensive for what you got. Main entrances didn't feel safe, hidden and lots of steps. Bathroom lightening was dim. Bathroom counters very low. Out of date. Not many options for plugging in phones to charge.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean, quiet
Cons: Nothing
8.0 Excellent
Pros: It was clean, quiet and nice size room.
Cons: Only one elevator working so long wait to use it and our room was on 6th floor so needed to use a elevator.
7.0 Good
Cons: Noise from neighbors
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Close to event we came to town for. Nice size community lounge area.
Cons: None
10.0 Excellent
Pros: It was sooo clean! Everything sparkled!
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Best Hotel in Ames.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: great location
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Comfortable room. Nice restaurant with good service
5
$126+
Overview
Reviews
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 in the all-American city of Ames, IA, the Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites is the perfect accommodation for friends, families and fans of the Iowa State Cyclones. The Iowa State University campus is within a mile of this Ames hotel, offering guests easy access to exciting games at the Jack Trice Stadium and Hilton Coliseum or to a number of events, conventions and shows at the Iowa State Center. The beautiful ISU Reiman Gardens is one of the largest public gardens in the state. Just a few miles away, Ames' quaint Main Street Cultural District offers an abundance of events, dining and shops. Visitors often enjoy a ride on the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad, while the golfers of the group might tackle the nearby Coldwater Golf Links. Business travelers will appreciate the proximity to the Scheman Conference Building, Iowa Department of Transportation, the United States Department of Agriculture Disease Lab, 3M®, Sauer-Danfoss, Ag Leader and WebFilings. More than 50 businesses are located in the Iowa State University Research Park, just a few blocks away. This Ames hotel also offers meeting facilities for up to 50 people. The full-service Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites offers 86 spaciously-appointed guest rooms and suites, each equipped with a refrigerator, cable satellite television and free high-speed Internet access. Guests will wake each morning to a complimentary full hot breakfast. This pet-friendly Iowa hotel also features an indoor heated swimming pool and hot tub, fitness center, 24-hour business center and meeting facilities. For superior customer service and a convenient location in Ames, Iowa, make a reservation today at the Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites!
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Vet homey and comfortable
Cons: Not a thing
7.0 Good
Pros: The front desk staff were great! Very friendly and helpful.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Staff was friendly and decor was nice
Cons: The bathtubs really need changed out —older and did not drain well
10.0 Excellent
Pros: everything
Cons: No, love this hotel!
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Great location great staff
Cons: Wish the gym and pool were open. Closed due to covid
10.0 Excellent
Pros: This hotel is one of the nicest hotel I've ever stayed in. It was clean.comfortable and quite and the staff was super friendly and acommaditing. I would give it a 10 star.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Comfortable beds, Quiet, great location
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Close to Jack Trice stadium!
Cons: No
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Charming, nicely decorated, staff were very pleasant and friendly. Rooms comfortable and breakfast was great.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Cozy atmosphere, very quiet, good location
Cons: No
10.0 Excellent
Pros: The location and amenities.
Cons: No
7.0 Good
Pros: Room was clean, check in lady was very helpful and friendly.
Cons: The refrigerator was very loud in the room, breakfast was room temperature (eggs And bacon).
6
$122+
Overview
Reviews
Radisson Ames at ISU is located just off Highway 30 and 5 miles from Interstate 35. We are only a convenient two miles away from Iowa State University campus. Our hotel is close to many major area businesses with ISU Research Park Web Filings and the Iowa DOT Headquarters being just a short drive away. Come cheer on the Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium or the Hilton Coliseum. Enjoy a show at Stephens Auditorium or Fisher Theater. The Iowa State Center including The Scheman Center is only one mile away. Syngenta 3M and Sauer Danfoss are also nearby. Ames is also home to five golf courses with Coldwater Golf Links only five minutes away. Downtown Ames offers dining shopping and entertainment. It is a great place to spend the day. Other area attractions include the Iowa Arboretum and the Boone Scenic Valley Railroad. Our Ames hotel guests are sure to enjoy our deluxe amenities including our full service restaurant the Bistro 1864. Host a meeting in one of our four meeting rooms with seating from 10 to 450. Our simply relax in our indoor pool and kiddy pool. Come visit the Radisson Ames at ISU today you will be glad you did.
7.5 Good
Cons: I was disappointed in the breakfast.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: It was clean, updated, fresh coffee, polite & courteous front desk staff, and the bed was comfortable. The cookies were a nice touch but not very good but wasn’t expecting it. Great location and quiet location.
Cons: Just the hard cookie.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Lobby area. Gal at the bar and breakfast gave excellent service
Cons: No
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Big bed and living area
Cons: TV in living area not working. Printer did not work to print boarding pass
4.0 Okay
Pros: Bed was comfortable. Quiet locatiion
Cons: The room smelled musty. The bathroom was small. The design was poor. If you were in the small bathroom with the door open and someone entered the room, anyone in the hall could see you.
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Great location to ISU, beds were awesome! Staff was very responsive when the tv didn't work-it was fixed immediately. Fridge and microwave in room is so helpful when traveling. Will definitely stay here again.
Cons: Shower head had a leak that affected the water flow, and sink drain cover couldn't be lifted up so it drained slowly. I let the staff know about both on the way out, so next person will have a better plumbing situation.
5.4 Okay
Pros: It’s easy to get to and was convenient for our visit to Iowa State.
Cons: When we checked in, our rooms were not ready. We came back an hour later only to have them give us a wrong room (we needed one with a king bed and one with 2 queens). We also realized why we had to wait to check in - there was a wedding reception being held there (we also had to wait in line while ONE PERSON checked people in). We had somewhere to be so we had to wait until we came back 3 hrs later for our second room. If you have an event, get enough staff! We also found bugs on our towels (in the room that wasn’t ready until late!). This put a damper on our whole trip. Since our son will be going to Iowa State for 4 years, this could have been our go-to hotel but not anymore.
6.0 Good
Pros: Great parking. Close to where we needed to have our meetings. Nice room with very comfortable beds.
Cons: Booked it in part because it had a restaurant and bar which were closed and seemed to have been for a while so we had to drive to dinner (pulling a trailer)which sucked to find a place to park. Bathroom drain was 100% plugged. No Breakfast of any kind.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Friendly staff, comfortable and quaint location and atmosphere
Cons: N/A
1.0 Poor
Pros: After driving for 12 hours, which resulted in checking in very late, to discover a filthy room, hmmm, the best part was turning in our two key cards, of which one did NOT work, and leaving our very dirty room the next day!!!!
Cons: *Was hair/dust around trashcan near sink *Bathroom floor had chunks of brown dirt & hair *Was a pill on the carpet by the bed & room wasn’t vacuumed *There was water spilled on table *Thermostat needed battery, cold air in room *Took pics *Never ag
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Very good location, walkable to Jack Trice Stadium. Room was very spacious and staff was friendly. Free WiFi always a nice feature.
Cons: It would be nice if the hotel offered a free breakfast.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Great friendly staff at a hotel in an excellent location for football games.
7
$85+
Overview
Reviews
Relax at the consistently enjoyable Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Ames conveniently located off Highway 30 near performances at the Stephens Auditorium and the butterfly wing in the conservatory at Reima Gardens, both part of Iowa State University. Local entertainment and restaurants in Main Street Cultural District, water slides at Furman Aquatic Center, golfing, and adrenaline filled car races at Boone Speedway are also nearby. Ideal for business and leisure this hotel offers complimentary continental breakfast, complimentary wireless Internet access, complimentary newspaper, fitness center, 24-hour front desk service, guest laundry facilities and complimentary parking. Have your next business meeting at the meeting room with audio/visual equipment, and 24-hour business center with complimentary copy and fax services. Guest room amenities include desk and flat-screen TV. Suites and handicapped-accessible rooms are also available. Pets are welcome at this smoke-free lodging.
5.0 Okay
Pros: Great access, good location
Cons: Stayed this Hotel last year, was impressed with the room, this trip not at all: obviously has seen a lot of traffic, the bed linens might have been clean but they were badly soiled, should have never been put back on the beds. Staff did change the linens,
8.0 Excellent
Pros: The Staff was friendly and helped us with our stay
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Close to the university
Cons: Nothing.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: staff were very friendly and the hotel was clean and comfortable
Cons: I thought the water did not get hot enough and the as always the shower head is way to low.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Friendly staff went out of there way
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Basic but clean and comfortable. Good value for the price.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: The room was bigger than expected with a small refrigerator & microwave. Everything appeared clean & sheets smelled clean. Check in clerk was nice & helpful. No traffic noise.
Cons: Through no fault of the hotel, breakfast consisted of only packaged muffins, bananas, oranges, & coffee due to Corona virus.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: The people at the front desk were very pleasant. The room was clean and good, but a little small. The breakfast was very good. Having a microwave and refrigerator in the room was very helpful.
6.7 Good
Pros: Location was good. Morning staff was friendly.
Cons: Afternoon staff was indifferent at best and the breakfast was nothing to write home about. If you crave carbs you will like the breakfast.
4.0 Okay
Pros: Location of bussness
Cons: The TV suck finally got it turned on the control was either low on battery's or finally stumbled upon it had to be close to tv to change the channels but never did get it to work My opinion was the Direct TV problem
1.0 Poor
Cons: The rom was so overly scented, it was awful . We could barely breathe , let alone sleep.
8
$137+
Overview
Reviews
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence winner Hotel is conveniently located at the corner of I-35 and US Highway 30, within 2 miles of Iowa State University. Hotel features Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet featuring scrambled eggs with breakfast meat, hash browns, make your own waffles and much more. We also feature a nightly complimentary cocktail hour. All rooms feature microwaves, mini-refrigerators, Serta pillow-top mattresses, wireless high speed internet access, coffeemakers, 32 inch TV with cable and iron and ironing boards. All King rooms and Suites feature new work desks with ergonomic chairs. Indoor pool, largest whirlpool in the city, fitness room. Hotel is located just minutes away from 3M, Sauer-Danfoss, UGS, Ball Plastics Corporation, Barilla Pasta, BASF, Becker Underwood/BASF and Boehringer Ingelheim.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: One of the best hotel breakfasts we had in over two weeks of staying in various hotels. Also enjoyed the “happy hour†offered.
Cons: It was not very close to a place for dinner, however, the hotel hostess directed us to a fantastic barbecue restaurant about two miles away.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: I rarely give perfect scores. I am very particular. They deserve everyone of them. I was very impressed by the over-the-top Customer Service Iby every employee and experience at the motel. I will be a repeat customer most definitely!
Cons: Everything was wonderful, I have no concerns.
9.0 Excellent
Cons: Hot tub needed repairs
8.0 Excellent
Pros: The hotel and staff were excellent. The room was very clean as was the pool area.
Cons: Pillows, they sucked... they went flat as soon as you put your head on them.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Theresa was the attendant running the breakfast. She was hustling around keeping everything filled all by herself. She did an awesome job! Give that lady a raise or get her some help!!!
Cons: The beds were uncomfortable. My husbands back was killing him and slept in the chair the 2nd night.
5.0 Okay
Pros: The room was big and comfortable for three.
Cons: The refrigerator and freezer did not work. There was a nail in the floor between living and bath.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: The bed was comfortable. Extra blankets were available in the room. Everything was very clean. Nicely furnished and spacious. Large variety of breakfast foods.
Cons: We were hard pressed to find anything that we did not like, but it would be nice if the bathroom had a fan.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Spacious, room and complimentary happy hour
8.0 Excellent
Pros: The hotel was clean & convenient.
Cons: Poir wifi connection. No one cleaned our room after the first night, but it did get cleaned the 2nd day. Scuffed walls & places where paint has chipped should be addressed.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Everyone was pleasant. The food was great. The place was very clean!
Cons: I have no complaints
7.0 Good
Pros: Good price.
Cons: Breakfast was poor. Food was not very fresh.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Welcome reception was nice. Staff were friendly and efficient.
9
$129+
Overview
Reviews
You'll find everything necessary at the Hilton Garden Inn Ames hotel to make your trip to Central Iowa productive, relaxing and comfortable. We are located just two miles from Iowa State University, home of the Cyclones, and a short 35 mile drive to Iowa's capital city, Des Moines. Complimentary wireless Internet, Complimentary 24-hour business center, Complimentary fitness center and Stay Fit Kits, Garden Sleep System beds where you control your comfort, Indoor pool and whirlpool, Great American Grill serving breakfast and dinner, Evening room service, Pavilion Lounge, 24-hour Pavilion Pantry convenience mart, USA Today each weekday morning, HHonors lets you Double Dip to earn hotel points and airline miles. Whether you are planning a business meeting, training session, wedding, family reunion, class reunion or religious celebration, you'll be comfortable knowing that your event will run smoothly at hotel. 2,200 square feet of meeting and banquet space for groups of 10 to 200, On-site catering with high quality and varied menus to compliment any budget, eEvents Booking - online group accommodations made easy, ideal for booking fewer than 25 guest rooms, Guest List Manager - instant access to your group reservation details through your Hilton HHonors or Fast Reservations profile, Personalized Group Web Page - your very own complimentary customized Web page for your event. Our hotel is located near the area's top businesses: Iowa State University, Becker-Underwood, Sauer Danfoss, Ball Plastics, Barilla Pasta, Syngenta Seeds, BASF, Siemens, 3M, Ag Information Center. Our hotel provides you with easy access to many Ames attractions and Central Iowa destinations: 2 miles from Iowa State University, home to the ISU Cyclones, 2 miles from the Iowa State Center, featuring Hilton Coliseum, Stephens Auditorium, the Scheman Building and Fisher Theater, 2 miles from Reiman Gardens, 10 miles from Boone and the Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum, 35 miles from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM), 35 miles from the Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, 35 miles from Adventureland Amusement Park, Adjacent to Perfect Games. Experience the Hilton Garden Inn hotel in Ames, Iowa. ***** Everything. Right where you need it. *****
4.0 Okay
Pros: The hotel was clean.
Cons: The room looked and felt like I was living in a shipping container. The room was damn ugly. There was an echo whenever you talked, again see the shipping container analogy. Could hear everything in the other room. 12.95 breakfast, no thanks.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: The bed was amazing... best bed I ever slept on in my life. I will purchase a garden series bed in the very near future. They supply quality brand soaps and shampoos/conditioners. They saw I had an issue beyond my control and bent over backwards to help
4.0 Okay
Pros: Clean
Cons: Not good value after talking to others staying in Ames same weekend.
7.5 Good
Pros: Good breakfast buffet.
Cons: Room door didn’t shut properly without extra effort, so anyone could walk in when we were out of the room. Shower unclean with hair on wall, mirror in closet really dirty. Hot tub wasn’t hot, but they fixed it later.
7.7 Good
Pros: Room size was good. Staff extremely helpful and friendly. Breakfast was pricey, but good.
Cons: We had some questionable stains on the carpet in our room. Thankfully our baby isn't mobile yet, if he was crawling I would have been more upset.
8.3 Excellent
Pros: The staff was great. Every interaction met or exceeded expectations.
Cons: We arrived a bit late & after checking in & freshing up in our room, we returned to the lobby to find the bar closing @ 10:00. We were able to find small bottles of wine in the concession area but were a bit disappointed. However, the woman @ the front desk comped them for us since we had also had to stop & report that our guest room door was unable on be locked when we tried to leave. She also moved us to another room with a fully functioning door lock but that necessitated us having to collect our suitcases, complete the move which caused us to pass the bar’s closing time. She graciously solved our dilemma which is commendable but it seems the housekeeping staff should have discovered that the room was unable to be safely secured.
7.5 Good
Pros: Nice place and friendly staff
7.0 Good
Cons: The beds were firmer than we prefer, it would have been nice to have a free breakfast for the price we paid for the room.
5.4 Okay
Pros: Check in is at 3. Rooms not done I waited half a hour for my room. Cleaning people had a two hour meeting excuse. Then cleaning people yelling in halls etc. Check in staff was great they were sorry. Price not good for no free breakfest
2.0 Mediocre
Cons: I booked a room with a jacuizi. The room that we got did not have that. I was disappointed in the room for the price. It was very plain. It was spacious, but was not worth the money!
4.0 Okay
Pros: Clean
Cons: Ac didn't work and night desk personnel wasn't very professional
6.7 Good
Pros: Friendly staff and clean, comfortable and well appointed rooms.
Cons: Pervasive smell of sewage inside and out of the hotel, particularly around the pool area but also could smell in the room. Air conditioning comes on in aggressive loud intermittent bursts sounding like a jet engine by your head that wake you up/ keep you awake instead of the continual gentle hum found in other hotels. Not particularly comfortable/ cosy communal sitting area by bar
10
$109+
Overview
Reviews
Get more value for your hard earned money when you stay at our Quality Inn and Suites Starlite Village Conference Center hotel in Ames, IA. Our hotel is located near several destinations, including the River Valley Park, Squaw Creek Park, Ames Municipal Airport and Iowa State University. Each guest can enjoy amenities such as a free breakfast, free WiFi, free weekday newspaper, free coffee and a fitness center. Unwind in one of our cozy guest rooms, all of which feature a coffee maker, hair dryer and TV. Join our Choice Privileges program today and start earning rewards points that can lead to a free night at one of our hotels.
6.0 Good
Pros: Bathrooms need updated and recliner was in rough shape
2.0 Mediocre
Cons: The pool was way small. There was a lot of noise. I would not stay there again
3.0 Mediocre
Cons: Bed bugs!! Room with common inner door.
3.0 Mediocre
Pros: There was a pool. The beds were mostly comfortable and clean
Cons: The toilet from the upstairs bedroom was leaking onto the drop ceiling and onto our bath towels. When I mentioned this to the hotel check in/out staff they couldn’t have been more indifferent.
7.0 Good
Pros: We liked that the hotel was pet friendly, it was cozy and staff was friendly.
Cons: The bathrooms could use an upgrade.
4.0 Okay
Pros: Location. Pet accomdations
Cons: The furniture in the lobby has duct tape holding tears in the cushions together. The first room we were assigned had water damage and the carpet was wet. The second room did not have a very clean bathroom. There were dead bugs smashed on the tub walls, dead bugs in the light fixtures and was overall not very clean.
7.1 Good
Cons: Smell of propane in the lobby. Though clean, bathroom could use an update
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Reasonably priced hotel in a good location just off I-35. Staff was friendly. We didn't use the pool but it looked like a nice pool area. Also we didn't eat the breakfast but looked like they had a good variety of items available.
Cons: The shower went from hot to cold and good water pressure to no water pressure several times. Our room was right next to the exit door which slammed loudly. The cleaning lady showed up at 9 a.m. to clean our room but check out time was not until noon.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: The price was great and the hotel was very nice
Cons: No
2.0 Mediocre
Pros: Good location.
Cons: They advertise a steakhouse/bbq restaurant being accessible through the hotel. When I went to order food, they noted that they haven't had a food delivery in a long time and the only available items were hamburgers and chicken strips. Disappointing.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Comfortable beds
Cons: Customer service. Need more smiles. Front desk
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Privacy and home atmosphere.
Cons: Our room was near the elevator and to much people talk late at night.
11
$125+
Overview
Reviews
Dream better at the Sleep Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus hotel in Ames, IA located off Highway 30 near Iowa State University. This smoke-free hotel is near destinations like North Grand Mall, Jack Trice Stadium, Veenker Memorial Golf Course, Mary Greeley Hospital and Coldwater Golf Links. Enjoy amenities like free continental breakfast, free WiFi, guest laundry facilities, indoor heated pool, fitness center and business center. Guest rooms feature a flat-screen TV, iron and ironing board. Also, earn rewards including free nights and gift cards with our Choice Privileges Rewards program.
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Very clean and fresh with good social distance
Cons: Limited breakfast due to Covid.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: I liked how neat and orderly the rooms were.
Cons: Due to Corona virus, wasn't able to get a good hot breakfast. Pillows were not comfortable. Shower head leaked.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Very clean! Front desk clerk was more than accommodating when checking in! The breakfast buffet was very complete with blueberry and regular waffles, eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy, fresh fruit and more!
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Room was great, comfortable bed with soft sheets. Very clean, staff was very nice. Breakfast was very good.
Cons: The only thing we thought could be improved was the quality of the towels.
9.0 Excellent
Pros: It was nice and cozy
Cons: At first they sent us to a room already occupied. That was embarrassing.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Quiet, new, CLEAN, cozy bed, customer service was best I’ve ever experienced.
Cons: No
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Breakfast was great, staff friendly and helpful. Room and hotel both clean and updated/new.
Cons: Tv never worked, even after assistance.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: I like the cleanliness and friendly staff.
Cons: Liked everything!
10.0 Excellent
Pros: It is clean and well cared for.
Cons: N/a
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Great breakfast. Lots of choices and always well stocked. Plenty of seating.
Cons: The bed was a little hard for my comfort. Those sliding doors on the bathroom are not functional. They don't seal shut all the way and there's no exhaust fan in the bathroom. They look nice but are not practical.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Convenience to highway and ISU campus.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Hotel employee was very pleasant to work with during our stay! He switched us to a handicap accessible room to accommodate my fiancé who is currently using a knee scooter for a broken ankle. The hotel is clean and nicely decorated!
12
$80+
Overview
Reviews
Welcome to the Red Roof Inn Ames, Iowa home of Iowa State University. Located just off of US-30 our hotel provides easy access to all of Ames attractions whether you are traveling for business or pleasure. Nearby businesses include Syngenta Seeds, Amcore Rigid Plastics, Barilla America Inc, Monsanto Co; USDA, Danfoss and Danaher Oil. Our hotel is also close to Pfizer, Workiva, DuPont, John Deere, Dow Chemical and the Mary Greeley Medical Center. Not traveling for business? Not a problem. Our guests enjoy events at the Jack Trice Stadium, Hilton Coliseum, and the Boone & Scenicy Valley Railroad & James H. Andrew Railroad Museum. Start your stay off right with Grab and Go Breakfast, a complimentary coffeehouse style coffee and tea in the lobby. Traveling for business? Take advantage of our business center or host your next meeting in our conference room. The Red Roof Inn Ames offers guests comfortable, pet-friendly, family friendly rooms equipped with free WiFi, hair dryer, iron & ironing board, in-room coffee and a desk. Select rooms will also offer a microwave & refrigerator. A coin laundry is also available for your convenience. One well-behaved family pet is welcome.
5.0 Okay
Pros: The food was terrible -- re-hydrated discs meant to resemble scrambled eggs. Give me a boiled egg if you are going to claim you provide breakfast. Staff was great. Facility a little run down, but heater worked fine. Bathtub was a slip and fall danger zone. As was the tile around the swimming pool -- but the pool was open and nice.
Cons: The food was terrible -- re-hydrated discs meant to resemble scrambled eggs. Give me a boiled egg if you are going to claim you provide breakfast. Staff was great. Facility a little run down, but heater worked fine. Bathtub was a slip and fall danger zone. As was the tile around the swimming pool -- but the pool was open and nice.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Employee extremity friendly!!! Was a little taken back finding a Qtip in the sheets but other than that very comfortable!!
Cons: Qtip in the bed.
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Pets allowed at no extra charge!
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Pets Free!
Cons: No Salsa
6.0 Good
Pros: Beds
Cons: Double charging my card setting me back an additional 74 dollars. And no one was able to fix the problem. Not happy with it at all..
5.0 Okay
Pros: When they took our towels and did not bring any back to the room.
Cons: Wish maid service came in more often than one time we were there
3.0 Mediocre
Pros: The price for the room was just right but they need to do a veteran's discount.
Cons: No veteran's discount. Plus need to change locks on the doors.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Easy to get there off the freeway.
Cons: I don't know what was in the pool,but it tarnished my jewelry really bad and faded my swimming suit.
7.0 Good
Pros: Staff was friendly. Breakfast had great coffee and staff was very clean. Beds were comfy.
Cons: Very thin walls. You can hear every door closing. Alot of events happening that weekend and the guest were very loud in hallways. Thanks for renovating, but need to finish.
5.0 Okay
Cons: Were only given 2 towels for 2 guests. They were very small, and smelled dirty. The tv in our room didn’t work. Sharp, rusty hardware in shower. Deadbolt didn’t line up, so didn’t lock.
6.0 Good
Pros: Bed was very comfortable and it was quiet.
Cons: The handicapped room was too crowded. It needs to be a full or queen instead of a king so a wheelchair can get to the bed. Take out a chair so a wheelchair can move around. There is a bump going into bathroom that was a real problem. I went in backwards. The room keys don't work well. After 2 days no key worked in my friends door, but their keys and mine opened my door! The outside door that is supposed to require a room key to open seldom locked. They did not clean my room after I asked them to wait a minute.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: The staff was awesome. The breakfast was good. My daughter enjoyed the pool and the fitness room.
Cons: The wifi was too slow to work from. And there were ants in 2 of our parties rooms but we were given ant spray and a broom to deal with them.
4.7 Okay
Pros: clean.Breakfast lady was very nice and accommodating
Cons: air-conditioning very noisy, complain for 2 days but couldn't fix, so change rooms. Air conditioning was less noisy.
13
$77+
Overview
Reviews
The Baymont Inn and Suites Ames is a great choice when you want to visit Iowa State University (ISU). This lodging is also convenient to the company offices of 3M, Barilla America Inc. and Sauer-Danfoss. Enjoy a heated indoor pool and complimentary on-site parking for cars and large vehicles. This facility serves a delicious complimentary breakfast at the Baymont Breakfast Corner, featuring hot items. Spacious guest rooms and suites feature desk, iron, ironing board, hair dryer, coffeemaker, microwave, mini refrigerator and flat screen HDTV. Guest rooms offer complimentary wireless Internet access. Dogs are welcome for a nominal fee. There is a popular Mexican restaurant located within walking distance of this location.
6.3 Good
Cons: It could use some updating.
9.2 Excellent
Pros: Great value. Friendly staff.
5.7 Okay
Cons: Bathroom floor was sticky, high humidity on first floor,
3.0 Mediocre
Cons: Room smelled of smoke
1.0 Poor
Pros: The shower had good water pressure. The mattress would have been comfortable had the sheets been clean.
Cons: We thought with it being a Baymont it would be nice. The opposite was true. The carpet felt sticky, there were no towels in the room and the sheets did not feel clean. We are pretty confident the sheets had previously been slept in.
1.0 Poor
Pros: Proximity to University
Cons: The room was gross. Obviously not cleaned. Dried urine on toilet. Counters grimey. Staff combative when asked to switch rooms. Switched rooms and that one had dead bugs in the toilet water. Air/heater was moldy. Breakfast was rancid.
4.0 Okay
Pros: Price
Cons: It was dark and drab. The hotel was old and location not great for us. Pool was cold. Breakfast kinda weak.
7.5 Good
Pros: Convenient location,about what I expected.
Cons: Bath room shower curtain holder was coming lose from wall and curtain would not fully close.
7.7 Good
Pros: Check in was easy with the keys ready beforehand. Room was clean and spacious. Beds were firm but comfortable. National Treasure was playing on the TV, which I appreciate. Breakfast was adequate but unspectacular in the morning.
Cons: Some hallway noise from other guests could be heard, though that is likely the fault of those guests.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Polite staff clean room!
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Quiet, comfy bed, easy to get to .
Cons: Breakfast pretty minimal but standard for the price
5.7 Okay
Pros: Overall appearance of room was fine. upholstery and furniture carpet etc. were all in good condition. Bed was comfortable.
Cons: Building it's self is showing wear, bathroom floor sagged around toilet area, no security latch on the door to the hallway. Walls are thin. There are nicer newer facilities in same area for equivalent price.
14
$144+
Overview
Reviews
TownePlace Suites by Marriott®, in Ames, Ia. is an extended-stay hotel where you can balance work and life as you like, with the comfort, flexibility and affordability you require. Relax and feel at home with a fully equipped kitchen and high-speed Internet access. We are conveniently located at the crossroads of I-35 and Hwy 30. Minutes away from Renewable Energy Group, Sauer-Danfoss, Syngenta, Barilla and Iowa State University. Local attractions are Jack Trice Stadium, Hilton Coliseum, Reiman Gardens, Boone & Scenic Valley, Prairie Moon Winery & Vinery
6.0 Good
Pros: Breakfast was good for adults. Beds were very comfortable. Room was quiet.
Cons: Queen Studio picture and description not accurate - there is no sofa or sitting area as described at time of booking. Was remedied with room upgrade by hotel staff (after escalating to manager). Though upgraded room had serious plumbing problem in one of the bathrooms. It smelled horribly of sewer gas. Did not bother to change rooms *again*, just kept bathroom door shut and vent on and used other bathroom. The new room was also dirty - sticky surfaces with crumbs/candy residue, marker on walls, gum wrapper in dresser drawer, cereal under chair, mint and Lego piece under table. Would expect better from a Marriott property. Swimming pool was cold. Not a significant problem, but the elevator was freezing inside. Was quite brisk when returning to room after swimming with the kids. No waffles or pancakes @ breakfast for kids.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: a lot of space in the rooms
Cons: the breakfast
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Breakfasts were fine. Eggs and breakfast meat were good. Options were fine.
Cons: N/A
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Everything
Cons: Good breakfast Rooms are big
4.6 Okay
Cons: I am so disappointed in the over-inflated price for game day. There is no way this hotel is worth $269 per night. is there anyway at all to get a voucher for a future stay in a Marriott property?
6.7 Good
Pros: Location to the venue
Cons: Pool was small, beds were uncomfortable and shampoo was horrible
15
$59+
Overview
Reviews
The newly-renovated 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 hotel is just minutes away from Iowa State University, home to the Iowa State Cyclones, and is located near Octagon Center for the Arts. Other attractions in the area include Reiman Gardens, Jack Trice Stadium, Mamie Eisenhower Birthplace, Hilton Coliseum Scheman Auditorium and Ledges State Park. The Super 8 Ames, Iowa features Free High Speed Wireless, Large RV/Truck/Bus Parking and Superstart Breakfast.
1.0 Poor
Pros: Price I guess, still over priced for quality of the property
Cons: Everything was gross, the BR ceiling fan was broken and hanging off, ended up falling on me while it was on. Shower was disgusting. TV only played 1 channel. Bed was very uncomfortable. Evening clerk asked personal questions and invited me into the office
4.0 Okay
Pros: Friendly staff and location.
Cons: The hotel smelled like cigarettes and I m allergic to cigarettes. The sheets on my bed had holes in them. The bathroom was slightly dirty.
3.0 Mediocre
Pros: Price, the location was fine for what we needed.
Cons: We were to have a non-smoking room but the hallway reeked of cigarette smoke. When I got home and opened my suitcase, everything smelled of smoke and had to be washed even though some were "clean".
6.0 Good
Pros: ramp to downstairs unit for the physically impaired
Cons: dark and poor carpet care in hallways
4.0 Okay
Pros: The location and the ease in getting to it off the interstate. There was a comfortable desk chair. Desk clerk did switch our room to one on the ground floor.
Cons: The air conditioner was VERY noisy and inefficient. Limited counter space in the bathroom, no room to put out toiletries. No safety grab bar in tub area. No iron or board in room. No elevator. Given an occupied room at first. Light not plugged in.
1.0 Poor
Pros: Nothing
Cons: They had roches and we couldn't sleep We were gross out We want our money back My husband has a video
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Affordable and they let me check out an hour later.
4.0 Okay
Pros: Location
Cons: Cockroaches were found in the room. Hallways were run down..need cleaned/updated. Lower level entry door did not lock when shut so anyone from outside could enter.
3.0 Mediocre
Pros: Location & price
Cons: Tub surround was pulling away from the wall; heater turned on and off constantly; bedding was poor quality.
3.0 Mediocre
Pros: Location
Cons: Scummy hotel
1.0 Poor
Pros: Nothing
Cons: It was creepy and old... no elevator. I would take it off your website. So disappointed
1.0 Poor
Pros: Proximaty to Iowa State.
Cons: Curtains & stuffed chair full of stains. German cockroaches. Lots of babies crawling around on nightstand & wall. 2 adults seen. Requested different room for 2nd night.Never again. For
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16
$157+
Overview
Reviews
With a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames, you'll be centrally located in Ames, within a 15-minute drive of Iowa State University and Main Street Cultural District. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.
10.0 Excellent
Cons: no
10.0 Excellent
Pros: how the staff wa s willing to go way over and beyond to accomadate my wife and i.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Very clean and conveniently located close to the interstate.
Cons: No
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean, comfortable room. Nice breakfast area.
7.0 Good
Pros: It was a nice room.
Cons: The Internet was the worst I ever experienced in a hotel. I had to reenter the code several times as it kept dropping out.
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Friendly, clean, predictable
4.6 Okay
Pros: The breakfast was very good
Cons: The breakfast was very goodI’m used to staying in a more updated hotel very poor bathroom for cleanliness Millie
7.0 Good
Pros: easy to get to right off the interstate
Cons: The TV would shut off while watching it or not even come on. This happened more than once a day. Onsite staff came each time to reset or try various things. Tried to get room rate discount for the inconvenience; they said to contact who we booked wit
7.0 Good
Pros: Breakfast food was pretty good. The server stayed on top of bringing fresh food out.
Cons: My mother was with us and stayed in "handicap" room. I am not sure that the room truly met the regulations for a handicap room. Low toilet, no handrails for her to take a shower and room too small for her to move her wheelchair in the bathroom with the door closed. The bed was too high for her to get in and out. My mother is a leg amputee.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Breakfast was great, room awesome
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Nice hotel
Cons: nothing
5.0 Okay
Pros: location right of the highway was good.
Cons: I dropped something in the bathroom between the wall and the vanity. When I reached down to get it, there was thick dirt/dust on the floor like it had not been cleaned in a long time. Very gross. We also had trouble getting the temperature to cool down.
17
$76+
Overview
Reviews
Close to Iowa State University, 1 mile to stadium and campus. Located in the heart of downtown Ames. Plenty of shopping, dining and entertainment within walking distance. No Pets.
1.0 Poor
Pros: Staff was very nice at check in.
Cons: The room cleanliness was horrible! Sheets were stained. The chair was stained. Rooms were in poor shape. One of our party found a bed bug in the room. Staff was very attentive when this happened. Offered a 25% discount on the room.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean and maintained
5.0 Okay
Cons: The breakfast options was slim and what they did have looked awful. Lots of things out of order
1.0 Poor
Cons: We did not stay here, there was mold on the ceiling
9.0 Excellent
Cons: more food
2.0 Mediocre
Pros: this hotel need training in all area. the front desk service from Manager him self is the worst i have ever seen the house keeper that clean the room I switch. to a different room left some under garment from another guest in between the comfort in the sheet and when we spoke to front desk about it the manger went off on me told thats not true told me to get out of the hotel .threaten to call the police on us. an he was the one screaming a yelling at us. so i call the police on him.i have file a complaint against this hotel because no body deserve to be treated the way he treated us. the hotel entrance and lobby is dirty and have a bad smell not fresh at all.the room had a hole in the bath room door
Cons: if one person told me there is no extra fee for the room switch before i arrive then when i arrive its a 30$ up charge and then all the other stuff happen. should have just went to another hotel.
7.5 Good
Pros: Location
Cons: Basic motel
7.1 Good
Pros: Closer to shopping and restaurants
Cons: Security and basic hotel supplies in bath room
8.3 Excellent
Pros: Location is perfect!
Cons: No elevator
7.0 Good
Cons: The continental breakfast was very poor.
4.0 Okay
Cons: No one at front desk for check-in or check out. Waited for 15 minutes.
2.0 Mediocre
Pros: Had a roof over my head
Cons: It's old. Not kept up. Breakfast was embarrassing
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1
$100+
Overview
Reviews
Our pet-friendly hotel is close to several local attractions, including the Story Theatre, Iowa State University, Octagon Center for the Arts, Iowa Arboretum and teh Boone and Sceneic Valley Railroad and Museum. Take advantage of our hotels free breakfast, free WiFi, free weekday newspaper, exercise room and a laundry facility. Unwind in one of our cozy guest rooms, all of which feature a TV, hair dryer, coffee maker and an iron and ironing board. Join our Choice Privileges program today and start earning more rewards when you stay at our hotels. *Some amenities may require an additional cost.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Flavored waffles blew my gal pals mind.
Cons: The hot tub room was sort of institutionalized. Was hoping for a Holidome atmosphere. Still very nice.
10.0 Excellent
Pros: It was very clean . Breakfast was very good . Staff was super nice . I was there for the Big 12 indoor conference championship!
Cons: Everything was perfect !
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Very good variety
Cons: Nothing
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Great breakfast!
10.0 Excellent
Pros: easy access
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Great location for Iowa State game ,clean, friendly and right price!
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean rooms, great bed.
8.0 Excellent
Pros: Location, clean, nice rooms, fair price
Cons: Everything was fine.
9.0 Excellent
Pros: Clean and quiet. Beds in great shape. Check in was very quick, since the hotel paperwork was already printed out. I just had to show my ID, sign the form and grab my room cards. The staff was very well prepared.
8.8 Excellent
Pros: Very nice complimentary breakfast! Much higher quality than what I'm used too.
Cons: Bathroom and tub could probably use a good bleach wash.
2
$73+
Overview
With a stay at Americas Best Value Inn Story City in Story City, you'll be 16 mi (25.8 km) from Iowa State University and 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Main Street Cultural District. Free self parking is available onsite.
3
$73+
Overview
Reviews
The Super 8 Story City, Iowa is conveniently located off I-35, Exit 124. The Property is located between Ames, Iowa and Mason City, Iowa. The Super 8 Story City, Iowa is just minutes away from Vanity Fair Outlet Stores. The Super 8 Story City, Iowa is located near The Antique Carousel Mall. Other attractions in the area include Iowa State University, Ledges State Park and Holst State Forest. The Super 8 Story City, Iowa features Free High Speed Wireless, Large RV/Truck/Bus Parking and Superstart Breakfast.
5.0 Okay
Pros: It was cheap
Cons: No house keeping the first day Had to ask for clean towels If you like dry cereal the breakfast was OK
4.2 Okay
Pros: Hotel staff tries to clean but it is so run down nothing helps.
Cons: This hotel is a real shithole! Super 8 should pull their sign Claim to be pet freindly but charged extra for 10lb dog then complained constantly about one thing or another pertaining to the dog. Room reeked of mildew, linens were worn and tired. Would noot rccomend this place to anyone. Manager is a closet drinker and was constantly asking me to go to liqour store and buy him a pint of whiskey so he could hide it from his wife.
8.8 Excellent
Pros: Bed was comfy and room was very clean
Cons: . Parking lot was very dark with limited parking for guests.
6.7 Good
Pros: The gentleman at the front desk was very accommodating And friendly
Cons: The 1st Room I was put in had a heavy smell of mold. The 2nd Room they moved me to the heat wasn't working. And lastly wasn't very impressed with the back door not be in secure.
4.0 Okay
Pros: the bed
Cons: My hearing aids were taken from my room.
5.8 Okay
Cons: Rude manager. Will never stay there again
8.0 Excellent
Pros: For the price range of this motel it is better than just acceptable. Breakfast was good. Didn't use internet. My dog was happy. Parking is easy. Hotel is only a block from Route 35 but the room was quiet with no audible traffic noise. Manager was friendly
Cons: Water faucets on sink worked counterclockwise instead of clockwise but worked perfectly. Pretend you are in Japan where counterclockwise is customary.