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Our top choices for Ames 2-star hotels

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

1. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,935 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Jacklyn J
The price is CA $122
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

2. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good place to spend the night. The pool and hot tube were clean and warmer than most other hotels we have stayed at. Breakfast was good. No issues."
United States
Sanjeeva
The price is CA $104
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

3. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2.0 star property
Lovington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Our room was clean and quiet. Easy access off the interstate."
Canada
Joan
The price is CA $83
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, white sink, and dark wooden vanity.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff were friendly and helpful."
United States
Rosalee
The price is CA $125
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV displaying a sunflower image, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned bedspread.

5. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
2.0 star property
Marquisville
5.8 out of 10, (463 reviews)
"It’s a clean comfortable room for a low price."
United States
Edward
The price is CA $86
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

6. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, value, breakfast"
United States
Bertis
The price is CA $88
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Sonesta Essential Ames
A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

7. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean! Would stay here again!!"
United States
Karen
The price is CA $128
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
2.5 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here for a visit to our son at ISU. Room was clean, staff was friendly and the breakfast was as expected. Would stay here again."
United States
Brandy
The price is CA $106
CA $119 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a large window.

9. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
2.5 star property
Altoona
7.8 out of 10, Good, (837 reviews)
"Overall great stay"
United States
Abby
The price is CA $100
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a grassy area with trees.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great staff at a great location for bikers!"
United States
Gayle
The price is CA $125
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines
A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable bed, comfortable fold out sofa bed, friendly staff"
United States
Kristina
The price is CA $113
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
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12. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay. No pool, but that's ok."
United States
Kathleen
The price is CA $94
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

13. Quality Inn Des Moines North

Quality Inn Des Moines North
2.5 star property
Marquisville
7.0 out of 10, Good, (686 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Robert
The price is CA $70
CA $80 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Quality Inn Des Moines North
A lobby with a fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a lamp and a table.

14. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Room size was great. Staff was polite and gave a great dinner recommendation."
United States
Stacey
The price is CA $116
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

15. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay"
United States
David
The price is CA $112
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
A multi-level indoor pool area with lounge chairs and potted plants.

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

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
Ames
7.0 out of 10, Good, (524 reviews)
"Everything went great"
United States
Elliott
The price is CA $94
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus
A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a cityscape artwork.

17. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
2.5 star property
Lovington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"It was inexpensive and an excellent accomodations for the price."
United States
LORENZO
The price is CA $82
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

18. Qube Hotel

Qube Hotel
2.5 star property
Polk City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (831 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
Jaime
The price is CA $108
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Qube Hotel
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona
2.0 star property
Altoona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent staff and location"
United States
Steven
The price is CA $91
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona
A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a red carpet, and a chair with a patterned cushion.

20. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Altoona
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay. Good location, comfortable bed, great shower, and nice breakfast. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Scott
The price is CA $83
CA $93 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Top Ames Hotel Reviews

A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Ames

10/10 Excellent

Would stay again!
Canada
Melissa
Reviewed July 6, 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

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