Book Kid-Friendly Hotels in Ames from $72

Name: Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Price range: $100 total

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Top Ames Kid Friendly Hotels

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

2605 Se 16th St Ames IA

Fully refundable

$87 nightly

$98 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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 ...

7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)

"The property was very worn (dirty carpets and furniture and there was a lot of plaster patching in the ceilings indicating leaking). Breakfast was interesting - only meat, but no eggs. I would definitely not stay at this hotel again."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

Sonesta Essential Ames

1400 S Dayton Place Ames IA

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$65 nightly

$72 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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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. Guests ...

7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pool, games and toys, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry

Travelers say...

"Clean lobby, hallways, fresh paint smelt like. Sheets smelt clean looked kinda grubby/ dirty looking. Bathroom was nice till you took a shower, blood stains an snot on the inside of the shower curtain. Breakfast was kinda bleak."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Boone

1745 SE Marshall Street Boone IA

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$101 nightly

$113 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. There's no skimping on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. ...

7.6/10 Good! (591 reviews)

"I like the pool which is open till 10pm. Guests can still swim for late check in. There is no lotion only shampoo and conditioner. Bar soap is so hard to wash off so slippery just towel off. It might have so much moisturizer. There is a fly in the room. I like the beds and shower. The fridge is big, ..."

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

2601 E 13th St Ames IA

Fully refundable

$75 nightly

$84 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate ...

7/10 Good! (505 reviews)

"Pros: Affordable, easy interstate access, nice pool, breakfast was basic but good, clean beds, let us check out late. Cons: Musty smell in the room, dead bugs in the window crevice, checkout took longer than expected no one behind front desk, the hotel entrances had room key security locks but did ..."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

2216 Se 16th St Ames IA

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$77 nightly

$86 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of ...

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

1606 S Kellogg Ave Ames IA

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$88 nightly

$99 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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This hotel features an indoor pool, a gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests ...

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

1310 Dickinson Avenue Ames IA

Fully refundable

$88 nightly

$99 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate ...

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

2100 Green Hills Drive Ames IA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$89 nightly

$100 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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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, ...

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Top Kid-Friendly Hotels in Ames where Kids Stay FREE

Sonesta Essential Ames

1400 S Dayton Place Ames IA

$65 nightly

$72 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Total with taxes and fees

7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Pools in Ames

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2500 University Blvd. Ames IA

$90 nightly

$101 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Ames Kid-Friendly Hotels

It’s not a family vacation if you can’t bring the entire clan with you, is it? Next time you have a few days off from work, plan a family-friendly getaway. Set off on an adventure the entire family will love, and book your stay at one of the kid-friendly hotels in Ames.

Your little ones are the most important thing in your life, so make sure they enjoy your accommodation as much as you do. From a kids-only room service menu (macaroni and cheese, anyone?) to special perks like in-room video game consoles, these lodgings provide a little something extra for the smaller members of your crew. The best family-friendly hotels in Ames may even offer playgrounds and other activities to keep the kiddos busy. What’s more, some hotels provide a babysitting service so you can get a few hours to yourself!

Whether you’re traveling with one small child or hauling around your entire extended family, Travelocity is here to help. Let us hook you up with hotels for kids in Ames that will keep your youngsters happy without breaking the bank. You can save even more when you bundle your flight and hotel together, so what are you waiting for? Grab your family and get ready to explore!

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Recent Ames Hotel Reviews By Fellow Wanderers

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

5 out of 5

Posted less than an hour ago

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"Our room was very clean. The staff was amazing.. we didn't utilize the breakfast or bar as we were busy with a wedding all weekend. We will return for a stay on our next trip to Ames"

A verified traveler stayed at Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

4 out of 5

Posted 2 hours ago

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"Pros: Affordable, easy interstate access, nice pool, breakfast was basic but good, clean beds, let us check out late. Cons: Musty smell in the room, dead bugs in the window crevice, checkout took longer than expected no one behind front desk, the hotel entrances had room key security locks but did not work so it was just come and go as you please. Overall is a good place to stay one night, a clean bed is all I really care about and they provided that. They need to touch up the window crevices as dead bugs are not very slightly. Check in was easy, check out was tough. They just need more staff to watch that front desk. It’s worth it for the price. Overall okay experience."

A verified traveler stayed at Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

5 out of 5

Posted 2 days ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"This was a very nice stay. Room was large and comfortable. They had a dehumidifier going so the room was not musty. Staff was great as usual. (We have stayed here a few times.) The price was good. Hot tub was great. Breakfast was good but not great. (I don't like the fake eggs, but they did have waffles and biscuits & gravy, which were good.) Overall, I would recommend and would stay here again."

A verified traveler stayed at AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

5 out of 5

Posted 4 days ago

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"I was in Ames, Iowa for a family emergency. I needed sleep and asked Sandy at check in if she could get me a quiet room. Boy, did she ever. I didn’t hear a peep on the third floor my entire stay.. Even with a ISU football game one weekend. I ended up extending my stay twice and was seamlessly kept in the same room. The room was very clean and up-to-date. The breakfast was solid, rotating scrambled eggs, omelettes, sausages, bacon… and having waffles, granola bars, fruit… available all days. There’s also an indoor swimming pool and jacuzzi that’s open all year round, a significant perk in this winter climate. Ames is a college town with lots of hotel choices. Many are very nice and I would put this property among the very top options. It’s conveniently located near I-35 and Highway 30, a quick drive to the Iowa State campus and maybe more importantly, Hickory Park restaurant. If you’ve been to Ames, you know what I’m talking about. There is also a nice Mexican restaurant, an Olive Garden and a pancake house in the immediate vicinity. Many other stores and restaurants are five minutes away on Duff Avenue. And did I mention they have fresh baked cookies in the lobby?"

A verified traveler stayed at Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA