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Top Ames 3 Star hotels
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
2100 Green Hills Drive Ames IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$81 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$91 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, conference center, ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,407 reviews)
"Nice Clean hotel. Good breakfast! Quiet. Only negative was not very hot water in shower (water pressure low as well)."
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
2402 Se Tones Dr Ankeny IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$81 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
$91 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,048 reviews)
"Room had everything we needed and worked out great for our stay! Breakfast had large variety to choose from. Have been traveling the last couple of weeks and this was the best breakfast we’ve had at motels! Lobby and breakfast area very clean! Plenty of parking."
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
1785 11th Street NW Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$83 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$93 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Relax ...
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
2315 Adventureland Drive Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$74 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$83 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Free parking, a snack bar/deli, and a grocery/convenience store are also ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location by restaurants, movie theatre, Prairie Meadows racetrack/sportsbook, friendly and helpful employees. This is my go to hotel when I come to Altoona/Des Moines."
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
1325 Dickinson Ave Ames IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$93 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$104 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the gym and perks like free self parking and free WiFi. A 24-hour business center, ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (910 reviews)
"The rooms were spacious and clean. However, the only downside was that there was nowhere to hang towels in the bathroom. Adding some towel hooks would be a helpful improvement, but overall it was a pleasant stay."
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
2506 SE Tones Drive Ankeny IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$83 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$92 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and ...
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
2507 SE 16th St. Ames IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$85 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$95 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was clean. Pool was clean and didn’t have the typical heavy chemicals smell that indoor pools have. Room was clean and worked well for a family of 4 for the night. Very easy to get to off the highway."
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
5050 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$60 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$67 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and onsite conference space. Guests will ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great price! Very clean and comfortable, quiet."
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026
Spark by Hilton Ames
2609 University Blvd Ames IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$100 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
An indoor pool is featured at this hotel, along with free self parking. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental breakfast and WiFi in public areas. ...
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
1610 SE Oralabor Road Ankeny IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$80 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
$90 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate ...
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3 Star Hotels Ames
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You can find 3 star hotels in Ames that keep you close to all the great sightseeing and activities around the area, or even book a place that’s a bit more secluded, if that’s what you prefer. No matter what you’re looking for—whether you’re all about the location or are invested in on-site perks--Travelocity will help you find the accommodation that works best for you.
When it comes to options, you’ll have them. The Ames 3 star hotels give you plenty of choices as far as access to the best areas, and many also offer a breakfast buffet, as well as plenty of other amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi and an on-site pool or spa.
Whatever you’re looking for on your next getaway, browse Travelocity’s big selection of hotels to ensure you get the best possible deal. Book one of the best 3 star hotels in Ames today!
Recent Ames hotel reviews by fellow wanderers
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
5 out of 5
Posted 11 hours ago
Travelocity Verified Review
"The rooms were spacious and clean. However, the only downside was that there was nowhere to hang towels in the bathroom. Adding some towel hooks would be a helpful improvement, but overall it was a pleasant stay."
A verified traveler stayed at Hilton Garden Inn Ames
