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Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

2.0 star property
Hotel near Iowa State University in Ames

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Hallway
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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229 S. Duff Avenue, Ames, IA, 50010
  • Place, Main Street Cultural District
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ames

City center stay.Your stay at this Ames hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Main Street Cultural District and Octagon Center for the Arts. Iowa State University and Cinemark Ames Movies 12 are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Iowa State University - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Reiman Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

Hotel near Iowa State University in Ames
WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 398 square feet (37 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Days Inn by Wyndham Ames also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 398 sq ft of conference space
  • 37 sq m of conference space
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Ames hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 0.01 per stay)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.01 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

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.

Property is also known as

Days Inn Ames
Days Inn Hotel Ames
Days Inn Ames Iowa
Days Inn Wyndham Ames Hotel
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Days Inn By Wyndham Ames Iowa
Ames Days Inn
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Days Inn by Wyndham Ames to the airport?

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames is 39.7 mi (48-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Days Inn by Wyndham Ames have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Days Inn by Wyndham Ames.

Does Days Inn by Wyndham Ames offer free breakfast?

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Days Inn by Wyndham Ames?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Days Inn by Wyndham Ames?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Early check-in costs USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Days Inn by Wyndham Ames?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Days Inn by Wyndham Ames have a pool?

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames does not have a pool.

Does Days Inn by Wyndham Ames have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Days Inn by Wyndham Ames to downtown Ames?

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames is 0.2 mi away from Ames.

Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames Reviews

6.2

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 931 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 931 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 261 out of 931 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 166 out of 931 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 138 out of 931 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

TaTanisha

Business traveler

Close accommodations

Average accommodations, basics clean room, the TV did not work the last night but I think due to weather. Basic breakfast, not anything extra special. Safe and clean. I would stay again. Close to everything. Main strip. Can walk if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Shawn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The breakfast area was clean and inviting. Only to have curdled milk in container on counter. Lack of wafflemix, old out of date hard cereal, and no coffee in coffee holder. This was all an hour before breakfast time was over. Both days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had trouble with the air conditioner. It was quite noisy when trying to automatically turn on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dixie, Chelsea

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
The most disturbing part of the entire stay was checking in. Instead of a human being, there was a kiosk with a large video screen and the clerk appeared on the screen and directed us through the check-in process. They kept saying things like, "This is standard practice in modern hotels," but I have stayed in many hotels and never had a virtual person check me in. There was also an attendant on duty, but he didn't do the check-in. However, after we went to our room and we're getting settled, he opened our door without knocking to see if anyone was in the room. When I booked my room online, I requested an accessible room because it was a small hotel and would not have an elevator. I did not want to climb steps with luggage because of mobility issues. The breakfast provided was bare bones and minimal but edible. The room itself was fine and the bed was comfortable. The AC worked well, and we did not try the television. The bathroom was accessible for a wheelchair, however the mirror was not properly affixed to the wall and hanging at an angle, and if I had been in a wheelchair I would not have been able to see myself. Frankly, I find it disingenuous to advertise this as a "by Wyndham" property. It's a Days Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Was given keys to an occupied room. Walked in on somebody sleeping. They gave us a new room but we were pretty sketched out after that. Breakfast was lacking. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Alejandra

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Location

Reasonable hotel at the budget end of the price range, plenty of places to eat nearby. would use again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jessykay

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James D., Buffalo Grove

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The on site staff went out of their way to help us get a different room as our needs changed on a very busy weekend! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Matt

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walls are paper thin, pillows are tiny, you talk to a person on a screen for check in, and we skipped the morning shower - bugs started crawling out of the drain and there was hair stuck in the drain as well. 0 stars - stay somewhere else if you can. The cheaper rate wasn’t worth it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Juan, Ottumwa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A decent place to rest
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

david

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

missy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Computer was done so took awhile to get checked in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Brock

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The staff very polite and friendly. Disliked the stains on the bedspreads. The sink in one room didnt work so great but we had two rooms so it worked out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachell

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfriendly staff, dirty, blankets had stains. Do not reccomend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Akira

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

So-so stay. A place to sleep.

For the most part, it clean and comfortable. Regarding the free breakfast… for a 7 day stay, I found it available 3 days. Two days with no coffee. Even in the room when they cleaned it it was not restocked with coffee. Located nicely near a Perkins and McDonald’s, Target all with in walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean room that was where I wanted to be and everything worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The building is old, but it's clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, lower price for the area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alex

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The temperature was below-10 and the heater in my room was not working and when i went to the desk nobody was there and nobody answered the phone. Know it was late but i couldn’t sleep because it was too cold.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025