The Best Hotels Closest to Iowa State University in Ames for 2026

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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.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

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

1. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.9 km from Iowa State University

Craig

₩122,121

₩136,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A lobby with a large banner of Iowa State University Central Campus, seating area with sofas and tables, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

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

2. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

2.8 km from Iowa State University

Katrina

₩131,611

₩147,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious lobby with patterned armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel bathroom with a large white bathtub, a sink, and a mirror. There is a brown leather sofa and a table in the adjacent living area.

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables, a fire pit, and air conditioning units.

3. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

17.8 km from Iowa State University

Kim

₩134,147

₩150,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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.

A buffet setup with various food items and a 'RISE & SHINE' sign on the wall.

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

4. Comfort Inn Story City

18.9 km from Iowa State University

Candice

₩124,299

₩139,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A restaurant with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a high ceiling with fans.

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

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

6.2 km from Iowa State University

Jonathan

₩101,425

₩113,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

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

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

6.2 km from Iowa State University

Melanie E

₩118,061

₩132,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchair, and a desk with a printer.

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

7. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

3.8 km from Iowa State University

Deborah

₩126,084

₩141,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a dining area, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a TV, and a heater.

A restaurant with a mural, teal chairs, and a ceiling fan.

A kitchenette with a coffee maker, toaster, and refrigerator.

8. American Inn & Suites

19 km from Iowa State University

don

₩120,744

₩135,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A bathroom with a shower, grab bars, a towel rack, and a toilet with a safety seat.

A hotel gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a mirrored wall.

A Super 8 hotel with a well-lit entrance, a bench outside, and a landscaped garden area.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Boone

19 km from Iowa State University

Andrew

₩101,962

₩114,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-level indoor pool area with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a kitchenette with cabinets and a microwave.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden walls, stone accents, and framed pictures on the walls.

A hotel named "Quality Inn & Suites" with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

10. Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

6.1 km from Iowa State University

Lowell

₩100,687

₩112,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a window, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, a mini fridge, a TV, a coat rack, and a window with a view of buildings.

A Red Roof Inn building with a parking lot and a car.

A Red Roof hotel reception area with a stone wall, a Red Roof sign, a digital display for free Wi-Fi, a reception desk, a chair, and a small table.

11. Red Roof Inn Ames

6.1 km from Iowa State University

Lorri

₩80,496

₩90,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Iowa State University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University	9.2 Wonderful 1,378 reviews	View
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone	9.0 Wonderful 459 reviews	View
Comfort Inn Story City	8.8 Excellent 433 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames	8.4 Very Good 1,001 reviews	View

Top Iowa State University Hotel Reviews

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay here. A great location. Close to everything we needed. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Great value for the price. Highly recommend and I will stay again!"

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean! Lots of parking. Easy access to the highway."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Nice!"

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Definitely one the cleaner place I've been given the price point. And! The Internet actually worked!"

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

8/10 Good

"Everything was fine. Pool was very cold and unappealing. Staff was pleasant and quick."

Qube Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel mgmt was very helpful. A lovely, clean & pleasant pleasant place to stay. Thank you!"

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff and comfy beds!"

Other attractions near Iowa State University

Farm House Museum

9.0/10 (33 reviews)

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

Brunnier Art Museum

8.6/10 (23 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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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)

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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Stephens Auditorium

9.0/10 (187 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Stephens Auditorium during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game 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 game 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 game 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 game 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 game 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 travelers like for its sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 17 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Iowa State University?

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Iowa State University. Other good choices within 5 miles include Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites and Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Iowa State University?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Iowa State University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Iowa State University?

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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 Cinemark Ames Movies 12.

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