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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
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$100 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (1,348 reviews)
"Newly renovated modern, huge, and comfortable room.. would stay again in a heartbeat!"
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$71 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
A water park and a restaurant are featured at this smoke-free hotel. There's fun for all ages with a children's pool and a waterslide, and families will appreciate ...
5.8/10 (903 reviews)
"room had stains tv and telephone didn't work, had no workable shower door. stains in the carpet, ripped up carpet,"
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
1785 11th Street NW Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$95 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$106 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,402 reviews)
"Clean hotel. Rooms nicely done. Breakfast was typical."
Reviewed on Jul 2, 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
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$100 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (1,072 reviews)
"Clean hotel, excellent price and breakfast was fine. Appreciated that they had some fresh fruit. Would stay there again."
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
5050 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$64 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$71 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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)
"There was hair on bed. Room was with bad smell."
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
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 Jul 12 to Jul 13
$95 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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! (1,010 reviews)
"I loved everything about my stay. It made my visit with my son so much more enjoyable."
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026
Spark by Hilton Ames
2609 University Blvd Ames IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
$105 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (95 reviews)
"It was great"
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
2315 Adventureland Drive Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$99 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$111 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome place awesome atmosphere and a surprise kitchenette! 10/10 highly recommend"
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
480 Bass Pro Dr NW Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$151 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (889 reviews)
"The early check in was a blessing! Had to get ready for a wedding. Friendly people and pleasant. A little noisy in the hall with young kids until about 11 but calmed down after that. Solid breakfast. Need more parking! Had to park a country mile away that night. Otherwise it was all good."
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
2405 SE Creekview Dr Ankeny IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$98 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$109 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (599 reviews)
"Clean comfortable room"
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026
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3 Star Hotels Ames
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Recent Ames hotel reviews by fellow wanderers
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
5 out of 5
Posted 1 day ago
Travelocity Verified Review
"I loved everything about my stay. It made my visit with my son so much more enjoyable."
A verified traveler stayed at AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
