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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
$83 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$93 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! (1,342 reviews)
"The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very welcoming and helpful."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
1785 11th Street NW Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$100 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (1,414 reviews)
"Great room and lobby. Bathroom in room definitely needed an upgrade- floor was squishy and soft"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 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 Jun 21 to Jun 22
$100 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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)
"Hotel was a little dated but kept clean. Their queen beds felt smaller but it was comfortable. The noise from the upstairs neighbor’s footsteps was quite noticeable."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Jun 25 to Jun 26
$80 total
Jun 25 - Jun 26
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 (876 reviews)
"The Waterpark is pretty good and oie kids had fun. The rooms smell and are not the greatest. Beds were decent and we slept well. The price is inexpensive...and the Waterpark being included was great. But if I would have known the state of the rooms I would have made reservations elsewhere."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 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 5 to Jul 6
$71 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The room was okay though. I wasn't sure if the rug in the vacuumed. Maybe it's the pattern? Shower was great! There was a hole in one of the bathroom tiles that made me wonder if bugs came through, although I never saw anything Was on the less expensive side, especially as far as dog fee... $25. ..."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
2507 SE 16th St. Ames IA
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$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! (1,001 reviews)
"Easy check in and friendly stafg"
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
2315 Adventureland Drive Altoona IA
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$100 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Good for a short or long stay. Room had a kitchen area no pots or pans or such so bring your own for a long stay. No breakfast in hotel but plenty of nearby options."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
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 Jun 22 to Jun 23
$90 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (889 reviews)
"There is no elevator so if you have a lot of luggage it could be a bit tricky unless you are on the first floor. The AC was not as cool as I would prefer. In the living room it was super hot but the bedroom was alright. The jacuzzi in the bedroom smelled like cleaner. There were handprints on the ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
2405 SE Creekview Dr Ankeny IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$100 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
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! (591 reviews)
"Very nice"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
460 Bass Pro Drive Altoona IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$124 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$139 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (611 reviews)
"Love this place. Clean, comfortable, and located right where I want to stay."
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
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3 Star Hotels Ames
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Recent Ames hotel reviews by fellow wanderers
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
4 out of 5
Posted 6 hours ago
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"Close to ISU. Perfect for our freshmen orientation trip."
A verified traveler stayed at Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
