Ames, IA
Travel Guide
Visit Ames
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Water in the shower is warm at best. We had two people in the room but they only gave us one breakfast voucher.
Reviewed on 24 March 2026
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
The room was clean however had a paint smell.
Reviewed on 24 March 2026
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Close to Iowa State. Easy access to everything in Ames.
Reviewed on 23 March 2026
Walk to Jack Trice Stadium and ISU! Fire Pit+Yard
Nicely kept up house with lots of entertainment areas for a group
Reviewed on 8 March 2026
Spacious 6-bed 3-bath retreat next to park—ideal for family & group getaways
Great place to stay. Downstairs was the perfect place for the family to visit. Ping pong table was a hit, as well as the decks of cards. I would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 9 February 2026
Fun Family Place with Extras and Space
Extremely welcoming home. Fresh fruit and donuts, milk and cereal and fully stocked coffee area! Cozy environment. Good communication.
Reviewed on 1 March 2026
Popular places to visit
Iowa State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Iowa State University, during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.
Main Street Cultural District
During your trip to Ames, you can do some window-shopping at Main Street Cultural District. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Reiman Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Reiman Gardens, a lovely green space in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.
Farm House Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Farm House Museum in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.
Ada Hayden Heritage Park
Find out about the history of Ames with a stop at Ada Hayden Heritage Park. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Brunnier Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Brunnier Art Museum in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.
