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A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee and tea stations, and a decorative sign.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sign reading "Be our Guest," and a "WELCOME" sign.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large clock on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, a TV mounted on the wall, and a skylight.

1. Iowa House

0.7 km from Iowa State University

ted

3.062.861 ₫

3.430.404 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A modern hotel room with a central seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

A hallway with a red carpet leading to a restaurant named "The Iowa Stater Restaurant."

2. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

2.8 km from Iowa State University

Myleah

2.558.252 ₫

2.865.451 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A lobby with a stone fireplace, orange and gray seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows with views, and a tiled floor.

3. Spark by Hilton Ames

3.1 km from Iowa State University

Michaella

2.330.852 ₫

2.610.554 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a rack of dumbbells.

4. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.9 km from Iowa State University

Craig

2.575.463 ₫

2.884.518 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

2.9 km from Iowa State University

Stacey

2.305.295 ₫

2.581.931 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar seating, and pendant lighting.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar area, and seating.

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Ames

2.8 km from Iowa State University

Katherine

2.186.640 ₫

2.449.037 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton," and a fruit display.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, a display of baked goods, and a counter with various kitchen appliances.

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

5.8 km from Iowa State University

Selena M

2.690.989 ₫

3.013.907 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden cabinetry, a self-service beverage station, and a staircase leading to another level.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a large artwork on the wall.

An outdoor seating area with stone walls, a fire pit, and modern furniture.

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

5.5 km from Iowa State University

Judith

2.637.790 ₫

2.954.324 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a prominent 'Courtyard by Marriott' sign.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, a large flat-screen TV mounted above the counter, and a well-lit interior.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and benches.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the city.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

3.7 km from Iowa State University

Darci

2.970.284 ₫

3.326.718 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and a grill.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, and a bar area with stools.

10. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

5.6 km from Iowa State University

Debra

3.077.204 ₫

3.446.469 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a diving board, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central seating area, a television screen, and a kitchen area in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a sofa, and a chair.

11. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

5.7 km from Iowa State University

Victor

2.686.034 ₫

3.008.357 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A lobby with blue armchairs, a wooden table, and a brick wall.

A lobby with a fireplace, green and blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

12. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

3.3 km from Iowa State University

Mary

2.399.176 ₫

2.687.078 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, red chairs, a coffee table, two lamps, framed pictures on the wall, and a patterned rug.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by seating areas and windows.

A hotel corridor with a Coca-Cola vending machine and a water dispenser.

13. Comfort Inn Story City

18.9 km from Iowa State University

Connie

2.289.909 ₫

2.564.698 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and illuminated signage.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a lounge area with chairs, and a view of the outside through patterned windows.

A hotel entrance with automatic doors, a reception desk, and potted plants.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

6.1 km from Iowa State University

Nalee

2.868.580 ₫

3.464.201 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A lobby with a blue sofa, a round table, and a leather chair.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and safety signs.

A reception area with a coffee machine, a digital display, and a wall-mounted sign.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

5.9 km from Iowa State University

Stephen

2.633.878 ₫

2.949.944 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a wooden staircase, and a blue mat with "American Inn" text.

A hotel room with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a television, and a microwave.

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and a view through large windows.

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

6.2 km from Iowa State University

Jonathan

2.347.020 ₫

2.628.663 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large clock on the wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by tiled walls and wooden beams.

A Country Inn & Suites hotel with a large parking lot, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit entrance.

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

6.2 km from Iowa State University

Melanie E

2.088.326 ₫

2.338.925 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A lobby with a fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a lamp and a table.

A GrandStay hotel with a central entrance, columns, and a parking area.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and large windows.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a sign indicating no lifeguard on duty.

18. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

3.8 km from Iowa State University

Meera

2.553.032 ₫

2.859.396 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

6 km from Iowa State University

Lynette

1.994.967 ₫

2.234.363 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

A swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, surrounded by chairs and tables.

20. Sonesta Essential Ames

6 km from Iowa State University

Jeanne

1.817.637 ₫

2.035.754 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Iowa State University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Iowa House	9.6 Exceptional 873 reviews	View
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University	9.2 Wonderful 1,368 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Ames	9.2 Wonderful 128 reviews	View
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Iowa State University Hotel Reviews

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This was one of the best hotels I have stayed at in years, and I travel A LOT. Large parking lot. Airy and attractive building. Excellent check-in, fast and efficient. Quiet elevator. Large clean room with everything that works. The area was quiet, in spite of being by the freeway; didn’t hear road noise at all. Well-done breakfast setup and plenty of table seating. Another nice room in lobby to sit in. I wish every hotel I have to use was as nice as this one. 10/10. Would absolutely book there again!"

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. The room was very spacious and spotless. Very good amenities and the breakfast provided at the restaurant was excellent."

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was good."

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Staff was helpful with recommendations and accommodations. Rooms were clean and well tidy. Pool could use a little more tlc."

Qube Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast is 6am thur 9am Cereal and pastries. What a joke Coffee is out of a machine Not fresh brew. So your not missing much ,if you miss it. No big deal"

Tru By Hilton Ankeny

10/10 Excellent

"Offer different breakfast items each day."

Spark by Hilton Ames

10/10 Excellent

"The bed height was very low!"

Sonesta Essential Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Clean a"

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

10/10 Excellent

"I was very pleased with my stay."

Other attractions near Iowa State University

A house with a porch, columns, a closed door, and a number plaque.

Farm House Museum

9.0/10 (33 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Farm House Museum in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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A covered walkway with a view of a modern building and a grassy area.

Brunnier Art Museum

8.6/10 (23 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Brunnier Art Museum during your travels in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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A modern glass building with a metal framework, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and flowers.

Reiman Gardens

9.6/10 (225 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Reiman Gardens, a lovely green space in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Stephens Auditorium

9.0/10 (187 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Stephens Auditorium during your stay in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Iowa State Center

9.4/10 (114 reviews)

After visiting Iowa State Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Hilton Coliseum

9.4/10 (263 reviews)

Catch an event at Hilton Coliseum during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Jack Trice Stadium

9.4/10 (327 reviews)

Catch an event at Jack Trice Stadium during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Veenker Memorial Golf Course

8.6/10 (28 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ames at Veenker Memorial Golf Course. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Iowa State University?

Iowa State University is located in an area of Ames that travellers like for its sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 17 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Iowa State University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Iowa State University, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Iowa State University.

What can I see and do near Iowa State University?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Farm House Museum and Brunnier Art Museum. Create some family memories at Furman Aquatic Center and Octagon Center for the Arts. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Main Street Cultural District and Ada Hayden Heritage Park.

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Our top choices for Iowa State University hotels

1. Iowa House

2. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3. Spark by Hilton Ames

4. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

6. Hilton Garden Inn Ames

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

8. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

9. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

10. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

11. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

12. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

13. Comfort Inn Story City

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

18. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

20. Sonesta Essential Ames

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Top Iowa State University Hotel Reviews

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Qube Hotel

Tru By Hilton Ankeny

Spark by Hilton Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Other attractions near Iowa State University

Farm House Museum

Brunnier Art Museum

Reiman Gardens

Stephens Auditorium

Iowa State Center

Hilton Coliseum

Jack Trice Stadium

Veenker Memorial Golf Course

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