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Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants
Boone
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Clean fun place to stay"
United States
Alex T.
The price is CA $92
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Completely renovated! Within a few blocks of downtown bars and restaurants

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
Boone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"Excellent location for a weekend stay of a family reunion at Ledges and golf at Honey Creek. We appreciated all the amenities. Will definitely be staying again. "
United States
Mark P.
The price is CA $273
CA $348 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house
Jefferson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Lindsey W.
The price is CA $154
CA $316 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great place, super convenient to everything you would want in Boone. I would absolutely stay here again."
United States
CHRISTIAN H.
The price is CA $157
CA $270 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

#303 The Victorian Suite, Apartment "A Winter Retreat in Boone, IA

#303 The Victorian Suite, Apartment "A Winter Retreat in Boone, IA
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Short drive from Ames and nice place to relax after a game!"
United States
Lorraine K.
The price is CA $154
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
#303 The Victorian Suite, Apartment "A Winter Retreat in Boone, IA

Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown

Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Great property, excellent host!"
United States
Carole B.
The price is CA $277
CA $615 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown

Ames Guest House

Ames Guest House
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The host was very welcoming. We enjoyed our stay. Very cute house and the little things like charging cords and kitchen supplies was very appreciated. We will be back."
United States
Jackie Z.
The price is CA $211
CA $466 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Ames Guest House

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Was a cute spot to stay for the night! "
United States
Jason K.
The price is CA $93
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Modern Campustown Retreat Near ISU & Stadium

Modern Campustown Retreat Near ISU & Stadium
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"The place was easy to check-in to, was clean and comfortable. Perfect for our needs. "
United States
Cheryl K.
The price is CA $86
CA $301 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Modern Campustown Retreat Near ISU & Stadium

Railroad themed 3-bedroom house in Boone The Main Street Station is pet friendly

Railroad themed 3-bedroom house in Boone The Main Street Station is pet friendly
Boone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great place! Thanks for a wonderful stay."
United States
Rebecca
The price is CA $231
CA $397 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Railroad themed 3-bedroom house in Boone The Main Street Station is pet friendly

Comfortable Stay Near Campus Hotspots

Comfortable Stay Near Campus Hotspots
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"Great location to the football/basketball facilities. Very clean, stayed there for 2 nights. One issue arose and the host resolved it quickly. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Carrie P.
The price is CA $98
CA $307 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Comfortable Stay Near Campus Hotspots

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay for our short stop in Ames! Great location and everything was super accessible!"
United States
Jennifer L.
The price is CA $127
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Elm and Hearth: Where wellness comes naturally

Elm and Hearth: Where wellness comes naturally
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We had the best time! Everything was so nice and well thought out. You can sure tell the owners put their heart and soul into this property! We will definitely be back! "
United States
Anna B.
The price is CA $421
CA $703 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Elm and Hearth: Where wellness comes naturally

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Knotty Pine Bunkhouse
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"This was a great location at a reasonable price. It definitely met our needs and hopefully we will stay here often over the next 5/6 years!!"
United States
Cory M.
The price is CA $99
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Knotty Pine Bunkhouse

Snowdrop: Cozy Reno Pets-OK Studio Soak Tub Nr ISU

Snowdrop: Cozy Reno Pets-OK Studio Soak Tub Nr ISU
Ames
The price is CA $78
CA $189 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Snowdrop: Cozy Reno Pets-OK Studio Soak Tub Nr ISU

Charming Franklin House: Close to Campus, Sleeps 6

Charming Franklin House: Close to Campus, Sleeps 6
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Super clean house, responsive host, great location, quiet neighborhood, close to everything we wanted. Would stay again!"
United States
Allison P.
The price is CA $130
CA $338 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Charming Franklin House: Close to Campus, Sleeps 6

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Ames
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"We only stayed for 1 night late in and out early the next morning, so the stay was a nice place to rest! The owners were very communicative which was appreciated."
United States
Doris S.
The price is CA $107
CA $211 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Retro themed 2-bedroom house in Boone The Retro Rambler is pet friendly!

Retro themed 2-bedroom house in Boone The Retro Rambler is pet friendly!
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Clean, cute, quiet, comfortable furniture and bed. Very pet friendly. Host is very accommodating. "
United States
Beatrix B.
The price is CA $178
CA $326 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Retro themed 2-bedroom house in Boone The Retro Rambler is pet friendly!

Cottage by the Park

Cottage by the Park
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Nice stay in Ames, house was as described"
United States
Aidan L.
The price is CA $116
CA $355 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Cottage by the Park

615 Ash Avenue - Modern Retreat w Hot Tub

615 Ash Avenue - Modern Retreat w Hot Tub
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Perfect location, great stay !"
United States
Carrie R.
The price is CA $204
CA $401 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
615 Ash Avenue - Modern Retreat w Hot Tub
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Find out more about Ames

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Ames. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Ames?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals in Ames close to Furman Aquatic Center, or you can choose a secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Tourists like the college campus and top-notch restaurants in Ames. Allow some time to check out the shops during your trip.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Ames?

3-bedroom house in peaceful Des Moines with WiFi, AC cat/dogs allowed: This vacation home rental outside of Ames offers a patio, a barbecue grill, and air-conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family.

How many vacation rentals will I find in Ames?

Expedia has 52 vacation rentals for your stay in Ames.

What’s there to see and do in Ames?

Cultural attractions include Brunnier Art Museum and Stephens Auditorium, whereas Reiman Gardens is one spot to enjoy nature. Main Street Cultural District and Hilton Coliseum are other places to visit while you're in town.

What’s a vacation rental in Ames like?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can book for a few weeks or just a few days in Ames. Vacation rentals provide amenities such as kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll have everything you need. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a vacation rental a great option for a small group gathering.