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This weekend
26 Jun - 28 Jun
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3 Jul - 5 Jul

Our top choices for Ames 3-star hotels

Indoor pool

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3.0 star property
Urbandale
5.8 out of 10, (886 reviews)
"It was an ok stay"
United States
Bruce
The price is 1.990.472 ₫
2.229.329 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
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, (1,349 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Emily
The price is 2.345.914 ₫
2.627.634 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Indoor pool

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,407 reviews)
"Close to Adventureland and even being close to the interstate was comfortable."
United States
Michael
The price is 2.251.129 ₫
2.521.264 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Exterior

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,073 reviews)
"Clean, quiet room and the staff was very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Randell
The price is 2.345.914 ₫
2.627.634 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Lobby sitting area

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
3.0 star property
Johnston
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Stayed at this location many times, always clean, quiet, great location and great breakfast."
United States
Scott
The price is 1.700.853 ₫
1.904.955 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
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)
"Nice stay"
United States
Susan
The price is 2.227.433 ₫
2.494.672 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
Altoona
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place for the price."
United States
Eric
The price is 2.342.747 ₫
2.623.876 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Lobby sitting area

Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (90 reviews)
"Great room - friendly staff - very nice breakfast "
United States
Larry
The price is 2.245.337 ₫
2.514.778 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Spark by Hilton Ames
Exterior

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
3.0 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (597 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Robert
The price is 2.352.750 ₫
2.635.079 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
Indoor pool, pool loungers

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Ankeny
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (893 reviews)
"Clean and good location."
United States
Annette
The price is 2.103.950 ₫
2.356.424 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (885 reviews)
"Breakfast was hot and good!"
United States
Diana
The price is 3.411.461 ₫
3.820.836 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Exterior

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (611 reviews)
"Clean room, great breakfast, helpful staff, great amenities"
United States
Kelsey
The price is 3.366.185 ₫
3.770.127 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
Terrace/patio

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (906 reviews)
"Nice location, friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms. Breakfast was very basic/minimal but located in a nice open seating area."
United States
James
The price is 2.295.889 ₫
2.571.395 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
3.0 star property
Urbandale
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Room- Clean Staff- Helpful Breakfast- N/A Parking- Fine"
United States
David
The price is 2.711.887 ₫
3.037.313 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (794 reviews)
"It was clean, comfortable and quiet."
United States
Sandi
The price is 2.342.747 ₫
2.755.492 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
3.0 star property
Urbandale
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (522 reviews)
"The rooms was clean and and bed was comfy"
United States
James
The price is 2.582.875 ₫
2.892.820 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
3.0 star property
Johnston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location friendly staff"
United States
Henrik
The price is 2.569.184 ₫
2.877.486 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
Casino

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
3.0 star property
Jefferson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (446 reviews)
"Clean room and great location for our needs."
United States
Nicole
The price is 2.464.394 ₫
2.760.121 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines

Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Ankeny
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Overall nice stay. Only complaint was housekeeping kept cleaning by our room every morning. Felt they could have cleaned somewhere else then right in front of our door"
United States
Ray
The price is 2.215.585 ₫
2.481.456 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Breakfast was ok room and staff were excellent "
United States
brent D
The price is 2.914.620 ₫
3.264.374 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
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Ames and related destinations

Home to Iowa State University, this friendly college town offers vibrant farmers markets and the stunning Reiman Gardens with its butterfly wing. Explore the historic city centre for local shops, catch a Cyclones game, or bike along the extensive trail network when the prairie wildflowers bloom.

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Top Ames Hotel Reviews

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was great and hotel was very quiet and clean"
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Ames?
Courtyard by Marriott Ames, around 3 km south of downtown Ames, is a guest favourite. A cafe and a swimming pool are among its conveniences. Gateway Hotel and Conference Centre at Iowa State University is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travellers. It offers a pillowtop mattress and individually decorated rooms, and is about 6 km southwest of the city centre.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Ames?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Ames?
The main difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Ames is the standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually more budget-friendly and offer the services and amenities required to be comfy, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can expect a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, luxury bathroom products and perks like on-site day spas.