The Best Hotels Closest to Main Street Cultural District in Ames for 2026

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An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden panel wall, a glass display case with apples, and a sign indicating 'HOME 2' and 'Hilton Honors'.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the poolside area, including seating and a wall with a motivational quote.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, a display of baked goods, and a counter with various kitchen appliances.

1. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

3.1 km from Main Street Cultural District

Maddox

AED 361

AED 405 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee and tea stations, and a decorative sign.

A two-story brick house with a gabled roof, a front entrance with a door, and a small porch with potted plants.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sign reading "Be our Guest," and a "WELCOME" sign.

A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, a TV mounted on the wall, and a skylight.

2. Iowa House

3.1 km from Main Street Cultural District

Scott

AED 431

AED 483 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, an orange ottoman, and a patterned carpet.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a large TV screen, and a staircase.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a stone facade, a large illuminated sign, and a number 2100 displayed above the entrance.

A snack display area with shelves stocked with various treats.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Dana

AED 411

AED 461 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining space, and a large window providing natural light.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a large artwork on the wall.

An outdoor seating area with stone walls, a fire pit, and modern furniture.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

2.9 km from Main Street Cultural District

Judith

AED 372

AED 416 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A swimming pool with a 4' 12" depth, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

A lobby with a fireplace, green and blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

A lobby with blue armchairs, a wooden table, and a brick wall.

5. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

1.8 km from Main Street Cultural District

Scott

AED 332

AED 372 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern bathroom with a walk-in shower, grab bars, and a white bathtub.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and benches.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the city.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, a large flat-screen TV mounted above the counter, and a well-lit interior.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Amanda

AED 403

AED 451 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and a grill.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, and a bar area with stools.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

2.9 km from Main Street Cultural District

Debra

AED 386

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

A Staybridge Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a central entrance.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, and a TV.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a diving board, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

8. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Jessica

AED 356

AED 399 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and illuminated signage.

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a sign that reads 'MUST HAVE COFFEE - EXPRESS'.

A modern office space with a desktop computer, two office chairs, a framed artwork on the wall, and a printer.

A coffee station with multiple coffee machines, a sign stating 'MUST HAVE COFFEE,' and a 'NO SMOKING' sign.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Nalee

AED 433

AED 522 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lobby with a blue sofa, a round table, and a leather chair.

A reception area with a coffee machine, a digital display, and a wall-mounted sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and safety signs.

A buffet area with a counter, microwave, and various food items.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Ifeoma

AED 371

AED 415 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A lobby with a fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a lamp and a table.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and large windows.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a sign indicating no lifeguard on duty.

A GrandStay hotel with a central entrance, columns, and a parking area.

11. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Stacey

AED 339

AED 380 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-level indoor pool area with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A restaurant with wooden walls and a green patterned floor. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden walls, stone accents, and framed pictures on the walls.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a kitchenette with cabinets and a microwave.

12. Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Alexis R

AED 247

AED 276 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and three wall-mounted pictures depicting outdoor scenes.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a blue accent wall. There are several hanging pendant lights, a refrigerator, and a sink.

A reception area with a NexTap self-service kiosk, a reception desk, a computer, and a seating area with a plant.

A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, a counter, a blue-lit podium, a wooden bench, a sofa, and a potted plant.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

0.6 km from Main Street Cultural District

Karen

AED 271

AED 304 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A dining area with a glass table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a glass coffee table.

A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a brick pathway, and a house with white siding.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a green sofa, a patterned armchair, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view of greenery.

14. Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast

11.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Ryan

AED 349

AED 366 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A lobby with a stone fireplace, orange and gray seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows with views, and a tiled floor.

A self-service kiosk area with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a floral arrangement on a counter.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table.

15. Spark by Hilton Ames

3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District

Michaella

AED 328

AED 368 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

A hallway with a red carpet leading to a restaurant named "The Iowa Stater Restaurant."

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A lobby with a large banner of Iowa State University Central Campus, seating area with sofas and tables, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

16. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.4 km from Main Street Cultural District

Virginia

AED 310

AED 347 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by seating areas and windows.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, red chairs, a coffee table, two lamps, framed pictures on the wall, and a patterned rug.

A buffet setup with various food items and a 'RISE & SHINE' sign on the wall.

17. Comfort Inn Story City

18.1 km from Main Street Cultural District

Patricia

AED 310

AED 347 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

18. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

3.3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Carol

AED 317

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a wall-mounted sign.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

19. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

5.7 km from Main Street Cultural District

Kristina

AED 297

AED 332 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and a view through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a wooden staircase, and a blue mat with "American Inn" text.

A restaurant with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a high ceiling with fans.

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District

Kathy

AED 311

AED 348 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Main Street Cultural District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames	9.6 Exceptional 100 reviews	View
Iowa House	9.6 Exceptional 895 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames	9.4 Exceptional 637 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames	9.2 Wonderful 665 reviews	View
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Main Street Cultural District Hotel Reviews

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"Have stayed here many times. Always a good experience. Yet to try the restaurant, but have made a vow to do so."

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

8/10 Good

"As always our stay was pleasant and the space is what we needed. The lobby always smells good. The property is starting to show some age. Staff is helpful and friendly. I guess my one negative comment would be the breakfast was less than the standard. They are pet friendly and have a reasonable fee compared to others."

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

8/10 Good

"Staff at the front desk was great."

Red Roof Inn Ames

8/10 Good

"no breakfast!"

Sonesta Essential Ames

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean and spacious. The bed was very comfortable. I really liked having a 50" inch smart tv which allowed me to watch all my shows on my apps. My room had a sleeper sofa and coffee table which were nice additions as well as having a mini fridge and microwave. The breakfast was nice because there were hot and cold items to chose from. The staff was very welcoming from the front desk to the housekeepers! If I'm in the area I would definitely stay again!"

Other attractions near Main Street Cultural District

Brunnier Art Museum

8.6/10 (23 reviews)

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.

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Octagon Center for the Arts

7.2/10 (12 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Octagon Center for the Arts during your stay in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Cinemark Ames Movies 12

You can take time to visit Cinemark Ames Movies 12 during your travels to Ames. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Hilton Coliseum

9.4/10 (263 reviews)

Catch an event at Hilton Coliseum during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Furman Aquatic Center

8.6/10 (35 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Furman Aquatic Center during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Iowa State Center

9.4/10 (114 reviews)

After visiting Iowa State Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Stephens Auditorium

9.0/10 (187 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Stephens Auditorium during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Jack Trice Stadium

9.4/10 (327 reviews)

Catch an event at Jack Trice Stadium during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Main Street Cultural District?

Main Street Cultural District is located in Ames. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 31 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Main Street Cultural District?

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Main Street Cultural District. Other good choices within 5 miles include Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University and Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Main Street Cultural District?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Main Street Cultural District.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Main Street Cultural District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Main Street Cultural District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Main Street Cultural District?

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What can I see and do near Main Street Cultural District?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Farm House Museum and Brunnier Art Museum. Create some family memories at Octagon Center for the Arts and Furman Aquatic Center. If you've got some time to explore the area around Main Street Cultural District, you may want to make a stop by Hilton Coliseum, Jack Trice Stadium, and Veenker Memorial Golf Course.

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Our top choices for Main Street Cultural District hotels

1. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

2. Iowa House

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

5. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

6. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

8. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

11. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

12. Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

14. Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast

15. Spark by Hilton Ames

16. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

17. Comfort Inn Story City

18. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

19. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

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Top Main Street Cultural District Hotel Reviews

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Red Roof Inn Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames

Other attractions near Main Street Cultural District

Brunnier Art Museum

Octagon Center for the Arts

Cinemark Ames Movies 12

Hilton Coliseum

Furman Aquatic Center

Iowa State Center

Stephens Auditorium

Jack Trice Stadium

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