Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Iowa State Center in Ames - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk

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## Check prices for these dates

Tonight

[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6161486&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

Tomorrow

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This weekend

[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6161486&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

Next weekend

[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6161486&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

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## Our top choices for Iowa State Center hotels

![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479000/2478964/7ca7f4f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479000/2478964/1f2f3f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479000/2478964/8fd54d90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479000/2478964/5328626a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Iowa House

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Iowa-House-Historic-Inn-Near-Campus.h2478964.Hotel-Information)

0.8 mi from Iowa State Center

9.6/10

Exceptional

(821 reviews)

"Nice and clean room, very friendly staffs, and great breakfast!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Xiaoyu

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Iowa-House-Historic-Inn-Near-Campus.h2478964.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/e19f459a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/bc56f51a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/368d4fa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/7ace3e7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Gateway-Hotel-And-Conference-Center.h700084.Hotel-Information)

1.4 mi from Iowa State Center

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,230 reviews)

"Perfect stay! "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Tony

£75

includes taxes & fees

11 Mar - 12 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Gateway-Hotel-And-Conference-Center.h700084.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/8a37ae20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/f2799caf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/6e797109.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/cb60f16e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-And-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h32524052.Hotel-Information)

1.3 mi from Iowa State Center

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,000 reviews)

"Clean hotel and friendly staff "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Trent

£76

includes taxes & fees

12 Mar - 13 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-And-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h32524052.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53896300/53896211/6998c56f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53896300/53896211/f2bbd58d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53896300/53896211/65145ab8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53896300/53896211/1680f41d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Courtyard by Marriott Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Ames.h53896211.Hotel-Information)

1.5 mi from Iowa State Center

9.2/10

Wonderful

(291 reviews)

"Clean and quiet with friendly staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Paige

£75

includes taxes & fees

8 Mar - 9 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Ames.h53896211.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/9d150149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/24dde336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/7347505e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/ae11cbf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-University-Park-Inn-Suites.h51136.Hotel-Information)

1.4 mi from Iowa State Center

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,008 reviews)

"Staff was great, rooms were clean, beds were comfortable. Overall good hotel "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kristen

£64

includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-University-Park-Inn-Suites.h51136.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/39112668.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/6810eb40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/3741eeef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/0054a040.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Spark by Hilton Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Spark-By-Hilton-Ames.h578005.Hotel-Information)

1.5 mi from Iowa State Center

8.8/10

Excellent

(33 reviews)

"Clean room nice staff. We would stay again in the future "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Beverly

£63

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Spark-By-Hilton-Ames.h578005.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/b4e69589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/d468f0e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/0e4cb4f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/45146028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### GrandStay Hotel & Suites

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-GrandStay-Hotel-Suites.h1287582.Hotel-Information)

1.6 mi from Iowa State Center

8.4/10

Very good

(1,001 reviews)

"Very clean and quiet. Room set up was wonderful. Wish we could have stayed longer. Would definitely stay again."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Heather

£51

includes taxes & fees

19 Feb - 20 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-GrandStay-Hotel-Suites.h1287582.Hotel-Information)

![Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Jetted bathtub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1920000/1911600/1911537/a1f67545.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1920000/1911600/1911537/aed4d286.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily on-the-go breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1920000/1911600/1911537/9f7a8189.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1920000/1911600/1911537/24d2d9ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Ames.h1911537.Hotel-Information)

1.3 mi from Iowa State Center

6.2/10

(944 reviews)

"Room itself was good"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Tejas

£46

includes taxes & fees

23 Feb - 24 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Ames.h1911537.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59860000/59855200/59855184/25509de7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59860000/59855200/59855184/5e3da0ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59860000/59855200/59855184/e7aadf2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59860000/59855200/59855184/378ae72e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h59855184.Hotel-Information)

2.6 mi from Iowa State Center

9.4/10

Exceptional

(562 reviews)

"Excellent facilities and staff."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

brent

£83

includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h59855184.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13450000/13440600/13440571/e08b49c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13450000/13440600/13440571/w3839h2559x0y0-53a660c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13450000/13440600/13440571/10aba211.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13450000/13440600/13440571/5093e1f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Ames.h13440571.Hotel-Information)

2.8 mi from Iowa State Center

9.4/10

Exceptional

(568 reviews)

"Room was very clean and the food was better than I’ve had from other hotels. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

LouAnn

£81

includes taxes & fees

12 Mar - 13 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Ames.h13440571.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109388300/109388207/w5752h3837x5y3-3518054c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109388300/109388207/6f0c7cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109388300/109388207/w5756h3837x0y3-b7b799cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109388300/109388207/5c446ae1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Ames.h109388207.Hotel-Information)

2.8 mi from Iowa State Center

9.4/10

Exceptional

(20 reviews)

"The rooms are always clean and the staff is always so nice and welcoming! We love staying here when we come to Ames. "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Sarah

£74

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Ames.h109388207.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10569100/10569032/e7fd0587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10569100/10569032/5794e801.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10569100/10569032/07a63587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10569100/10569032/0e581879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h10569032.Hotel-Information)

2.4 mi from Iowa State Center

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,002 reviews)

"Always a wonderful stay"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Diane K

£58

includes taxes & fees

9 Mar - 10 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h10569032.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12560000/12552600/12552518/34b82baa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12560000/12552600/12552518/5eadf2e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12560000/12552600/12552518/48d53df0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12560000/12552600/12552518/w4000h2662x0y0-e55a1e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h12552518.Hotel-Information)

2.7 mi from Iowa State Center

9.2/10

Wonderful

(274 reviews)

"Great staff, clean rooms!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jennifer

£92

includes taxes & fees

19 Feb - 20 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h12552518.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/c9f46d93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/w3837h2558x3y3-259b2ea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/w3840h2556x0y3-42ac9872.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/508bc44f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hilton Garden Inn Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Ames.h2366812.Hotel-Information)

2.3 mi from Iowa State Center

8.6/10

Excellent

(846 reviews)

"Everything was very nice. Staff was friendly"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Sheri

£87

includes taxes & fees

26 Feb - 27 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Ames.h2366812.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53310000/53301900/53301829/7eceddb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53310000/53301900/53301829/df71c8f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53310000/53301900/53301829/f56bb40e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53310000/53301900/53301829/c9ba91d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Staybridge-Suites-Ames.h53301829.Hotel-Information)

2.7 mi from Iowa State Center

9.0/10

Wonderful

(93 reviews)

"Great staff, nice rooms and great breakfast"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Eric

£83

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Staybridge-Suites-Ames.h53301829.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1674700/1674670/98e8a1ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1674700/1674670/4f6caee1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1674700/1674670/5e70158b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1674700/1674670/baed9f02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h1674670.Hotel-Information)

2.9 mi from Iowa State Center

8.6/10

Excellent

(433 reviews)

"wonderful staff and amenities ,clean, easy access to the rest of the area."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Clark

£69

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h1674670.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/f28fb097.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily on-the-go breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/28a8adc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/dce2ade3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/9c5cf59f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Ames.h570395.Hotel-Information)

3.1 mi from Iowa State Center

8.6/10

Excellent

(415 reviews)

"Clean, quiet, & very friendly staff Great location "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Lena

£91

includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Ames.h570395.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/25910fe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/abb7fb12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/a50fb5db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/cdaeeda7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Ames.h561156.Hotel-Information)

3.1 mi from Iowa State Center

8.4/10

Very good

(1,005 reviews)

"Friendly staff, hot tub was nice too. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Amy

£55

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Ames.h561156.Hotel-Information)

![Free continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554100/554070/66ecaafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554100/554070/2ea36ebf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554100/554070/b40deac5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554100/554070/5c4e3455.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h554070.Hotel-Information)

3 mi from Iowa State Center

8.0/10

Very good

(1,004 reviews)

"Great breakfast "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Julie

£70

includes taxes & fees

12 Mar - 13 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h554070.Hotel-Information)

![Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554700/554612/3fcf0a68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554700/554612/35942d1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554700/554612/f9244198.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554700/554612/d95cb8c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Microtel-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Ames.h554612.Hotel-Information)

2.9 mi from Iowa State Center

7.8/10

Good

(1,000 reviews)

"Staff was very helpful and friendly, rooms were clean, and breakfast was kept warm and stocked. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Tiara

£55

includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Microtel-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Ames.h554612.Hotel-Information)

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## Compare popular hotels close to Iowa State Center

| Property                                                                                                                                                                                            | Property class    | Guest rating              | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included |  |
| --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------- | ------------------------- | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- |  |
| ![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479000/2478964/7ca7f4f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Iowa House                                 | 3.0 star property | 9.6Exceptional821 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/e19f459a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University | 3.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful1,230 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/8a37ae20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus                 | 2.5 star property | 9.0Wonderful1,000 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53896300/53896211/6998c56f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Courtyard by Marriott Ames                               | 3.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful291 reviews   | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/9d150149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites                        | 2.5 star property | 8.8Excellent1,008 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |

## Top Iowa State Center Hotel Reviews

![Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109388300/109388207/d8711ed6_y.jpg)

### Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel, very clean room and facilities. Just opened in June 2025\. Included breakfast had many cold and hot items to choose from."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Ames.h109388207.Hotel-Information)

![Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/29085e88_y.jpg)

### Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Gateway-Hotel-And-Conference-Center.h700084.Hotel-Information)

![Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/41c593ef_y.jpg)

### Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was great, pool was fun for the kids, price point was awesome!"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-And-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h32524052.Hotel-Information)

![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554100/554070/2ea36ebf_y.jpg)

### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was excelent "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h554070.Hotel-Information)

![Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/5a5531d9_y.jpg)

### Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel never disappoints! I love the pillows and cozy bed! "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-University-Park-Inn-Suites.h51136.Hotel-Information)

![Spark by Hilton Ames](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/5593c171_y.jpg)

### Spark by Hilton Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Spark-By-Hilton-Ames.h578005.Hotel-Information)

![GrandStay Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/0e4cb4f9_y.jpg)

### GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and quiet. Room set up was wonderful. Wish we could have stayed longer. Would definitely stay again."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-GrandStay-Hotel-Suites.h1287582.Hotel-Information)

![AmericInn by Wyndham Ames](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/25910fe8_y.jpg)

### AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, hot tub was nice too. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Ames.h561156.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton Garden Inn Ames](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/563bc8e3_y.jpg)

### Hilton Garden Inn Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was very nice. Staff was friendly"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ames-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Ames.h2366812.Hotel-Information)

## Hotels near other Iowa State Center attractions

![Brunnier Art Museum featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161472/8a18b465-41a2-4274-867a-de089f95db29.jpg)

### Brunnier Art Museum

4.0/5 (2 reviews)

Be inspired by the decorative art exhibits at this university museum in central Iowa, where small-town America meets global culture.

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![Farm House Museum featuring a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161476/a141065f-512e-48e2-98c8-0be053a145d8.jpg)

### Farm House Museum

Discover the history of Iowa State University and the surrounding area of Ames at this museum and historic landmark right on campus.

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![This is me at rimon gardens. I like taking photos with all the CYs in Ames . It is a fun place to go because they are always changing the exhibits. It is pretty cool.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059972/802942d0-13d6-4911-91ea-883244672aef.jpg)

Photo by Sophia Bleich

### Reiman Gardens

4.6/5 (82 reviews)

Walk the grounds of this manicured garden at Iowa State University, dedicated to educating current and future students as to how to grow food and plants.

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![Main Street Cultural District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222268/660fa906-b247-4d86-a6ca-af545e18f8e6.jpg)

### Main Street Cultural District

4.4/5 (41 reviews)

Eat and shop your way through the cultural center of Ames along a few popular streets notable for their history and bustling atmosphere.

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### Stephens Auditorium

4.3/5 (75 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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### Hilton Coliseum

4.6/5 (96 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

4.6/5 (115 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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### Furman Aquatic Center

4.0/5 (14 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Furman Aquatic Center during your visit to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game. 

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