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Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

2.0 star property
Hotel near Iowa State University in Ames

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Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

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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
  • Hilton Coliseum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬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.

Languages

English

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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.
  • 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

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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.

How much does it cost to stay at Days Inn by Wyndham Ames?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Days Inn by Wyndham Ames on Jun 2, 2025 start from $68.0, 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 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.

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 902 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 902 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 251 out of 902 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 164 out of 902 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 135 out of 902 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice room, not hot water

The web description says that they offer breakfast, but that is false. I checked 2 days, and basically nothing there. Room was recently renovated and clean. Sink had hot water, but shower had very low water volume, and was about half cold and half hot, so taking a shower was uncomfortable and I did it as quickly as possible to avoid shivering.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian, Hudson

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and nice. They made the stay very enjoyable. The rooms were clean and the service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Spencer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

cecile, bettendorf

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Difficult to drive into due to lack of signage. Front desk person was not the nicest. Questionable cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very cozy and the staff were very kind
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Audrey

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was here for a quick stay and the staff was very friendly and it was a clean room to stay in
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Met expections for the price

The room was clean but laced basic amenities like cups in the room or an alarm clock. I was staying by myself and the room met my expectations for the price. The room was noisy as it was only a sidewalk distance away from a busy street.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised on initial cleanliness of the room and updated decor. The location is very convenient to campus. If’s pretty close to self service though. The front desk is rarely staffed and they don’t clean the rooms during stays, just between stays. Hotel amenities are basic but I wasn’t there for much time. In room refrigerator does not have a freezer so couldn’t keep cooler packs frozen for tailgate. Parking lot was super tight. All rooms in Ames are overpriced on game weekends. This hotel isn’t worth $240/night any other time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

First timestaying here. Impressed overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie

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

Got what you need

Clean and convenient. Lots of utilities. Well laid out. Big fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kirsten

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Deborah was awesome! Rooms were nice and clean, comfy bed/pillows. They seemed like they were recently remodeled and nice. AC unit old and very noisy and inefficient. Overpriced for the quality and location on very noisy and busy street. Property not well maintained and trash and weeds all around the property. Breakfast was a joke-looked like they ran to a local convenience store to grab something. Need to update and upgrade the breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lamain

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Customer Service

Customer Service was not good. Never had to ever put down a deposit. Then she had an attitude when checking us in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
AC in room did not work. Front desk person was not very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

If all you need is a place to sleep.....

The rooms were good, clean, and updated. But shower water pressure was a little more than a dribble. Air conditioner died on 1st day, room was upper 80s when we got back from a long day in the sun. The continental breakfast was the worst i have ever seen, and i travel A LOT. Bread was days old, the gravy was never changed out in two days sitting in a broken crockpot, eggs are frozen patties, etc. Good: very near blue 3 bus line that goes straight to the University, good price for the area. lots of restaurants and shopping near by. If you are in town to catch a game, or move kids in or out of ISU it is serviceable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

Don’t judge a book by its cover

The outside of the building could use a refresh but the rooms were newly remodeled and clean. The staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024