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Americas Best Value Inn Story City

2.5 star property
Enjoy 4 restaurants at this Story City hotel

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1520 Broad Street, Story City, IA, 50248
  • Place, Story City Carousel
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Story City

In Story City .Stay at this Story City hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Story City Carousel and 12 miles (20 km) of Ada Hayden Heritage Park. Main Street Cultural District and Octagon Center for the Arts are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Story City Carousel - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Iowa State University - 18 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Hilton Coliseum - 19 min drive - 19.3 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 19 min drive - 21.0 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 19 min drive - 19.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Carousel Lanes - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Americas Best Value Inn Story City

Enjoy 4 restaurants at this Story City hotel
There are 4 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Americas Best Value Inn Story City also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Story City hotel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 4 dining venues
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Americas Best Value Inn Story City offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

This Story City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Viking Hotel Story City
Viking Story City
Viking Hotel Story City, Iowa
Viking Hotel Story City Iowa
Americas Story City Story City
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Hotel
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Story City
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Hotel Story City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Americas Best Value Inn Story City to the airport?

Americas Best Value Inn Story City is 48.8 mi (53-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

As of Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Americas Best Value Inn Story City on Jan 22, 2026 start from $53.55, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Story City have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Americas Best Value Inn Story City.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Story City offer free breakfast?

Americas Best Value Inn Story City offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Story City have a pool?

Americas Best Value Inn Story City does not have a pool.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Story City have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 4 restaurants on site.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Story City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Americas Best Value Inn Story City to downtown Story City?

Americas Best Value Inn Story City is 1 mi away from Story City.

Americas Best Value Inn Story City Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 285 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darcie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Staff was mostly reasonable. Location is right off the interstate and restaurant on property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was just OK. The hotel is in obvious need of maintenance. The desk was unmanned when we arrived and we waited 10+ minutes for someone to arrive to check us in. The breakfast items were not set up for individual use -- one bag of bread, one tub of butter, one jar of peanut butter, one jug of milk. Kind of yuck.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was ok, bathroom door was shredded at thw bottom. There was a tissue stuffed in the peep hole. Out dated but we just needed to sleep there for one night. It served the purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and the owners are kind. For the price, it is a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good people and good stay.

It's a really good room for the price. It's got everything you need for a really good stay.its also located in a nice area surrounded by restaurants groceries and gas stations.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front staff was not always available when needed. Convenient for a one night stay close the interstate. Very outdated and you get what you pay for
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant same parking lot no room to park Wall we’re not painting no cover on phone plugin Mattress was rust color on part of it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hair dryer and major reading light in corner of bedroom was not work8ng. But overall presentation very good. Jean Drumm
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the best & the price was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rick

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Shari

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jolene

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

diane

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband found a big bug and I never took my socks off the room was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wallis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great, no problems
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. I hear the Mexican restaurant that’s attached is really good. Maybe next time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No big issues with the room. Even though it’s an older hotel, the room was clean. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent hotel for the price

It was a pleasant surprise. Only down fall was vending machine was empty and no ice in ice machine. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. Was only there for a quick overnight stay for ISU graduation. Nice mexican restaurant hooked up to hotel and dairy queen across the street. The water in shower for me could have been hotter but i like hot showers. The showerhead is in bad need of replacement. The area with the sink had terrible lighting for putting on makeup but for an overnight stay it was worth the cost. Oh the tv was big but the remote wasnt synced with the tv so we couldnt change channels or volume.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad Beds

Older motel with limited hot water which was apparently first come, first serve per management. One bed was bad & other was terrible. Breakfast was limited with only orange juice or regular coffee to drink. Won't stay here again, even at the price it was.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean rooms comfortable bed. All around a nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherri

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a modest motel with much to be modest about, but certainly nothing to be embarrassed about. Although the furniture in the room was a bit eclectic, everything was clean and functional. Check in was quick and efficient. The attached Mexican restaurant seems to have quite a local following. Several other dining options and some shopping is all within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025