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

1. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Ames
United States
Virginia
CA $114
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.
A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.
A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.
A row of white, modern, front-loading washing machines in a clean, white-walled laundry room.

2. My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Altoona
United States
Craig
CA $104
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.
A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Ankeny
United States
Gregory J
CA $115
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.
A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.
A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

4. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Altoona
United States
Michael
CA $117
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
A living room with a sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and benches, large windows, and a building with a brick facade in the background.
A breakfast area with a chalkboard sign, coffee machines, and a fruit bowl.
A reception area with a receptionist, a clock, a desk, a mirror, and a welcome mat.

5. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
Johnston
United States
Rosemary
CA $84
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
An indoor pool with slides and a ship-themed play area.
A bar area with a central counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative figure on top.
A spacious restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a large window overlooking the dining area.
A lobby with a reception desk, a curved seating area, and a decorative palm tree centerpiece.

6. Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Urbandale
United States
Lori
CA $101
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a television, and a microwave.
A spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and a view through large windows.
A restaurant with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a high ceiling with fans.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Ames
United States
Mark
CA $120
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a chair, and a painting on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom, and abstract wall art.
A modern building with a prominent entrance, a covered walkway, and a well-lit facade.
A modern kitchen with a marble island, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine.

8. Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines

Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines
Ankeny
United States
Dateesha
CA $113
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines
Room
Food and drink
A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.
A My Place Hotel building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot in front.

9. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Ankeny
United States
Edwin
CA $120
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and a clear view of the outside through large windows.
A cafe with wooden cabinets, a chalkboard with a welcome message, a coffee machine, and a display case with pastries.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a mirror, and a bathroom.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, multiple seating options, and a ceiling fan.

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
Ankeny
United States
Leslie
CA $113
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
A modern lounge with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a brick accent wall.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, lounge chairs, and a table with chairs.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas with chairs, and a colorful carpet.
A hotel reception area with a self-service kiosk, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a sign indicating a corner market.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
Urbandale
United States
Aimee
CA $136
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.
A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.
A river with a building on the left and a bridge in the foreground.
A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

12. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Altoona
United States
Stacia
CA $180
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a grey sofa with orange cushions.
A reception area with two reception desks, a modern light fixture, a wall with a geometric pattern, and a shelf with snacks.
A Holiday Inn Express building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a flagpole with flags.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

13. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
Urbandale
United States
Katherine
CA $124
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
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 hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table.

14. Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
Ames
United States
Michaella
CA $126
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Spark by Hilton Ames
A modern bar area with multiple gaming machines, a central circular screen, and a bar counter with stools.
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.
A reception area with a business center sign, multiple seating arrangements, and potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

15. Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
Jefferson
United States
Michael
CA $109
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar seating, and pendant lighting.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar area, and seating.
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and a red sofa.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Ames
United States
Melissa
CA $143
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a wooden dresser, and a bed with a blue wall mural.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a grey armchair, a brown ottoman, a wooden cabinet, and a kitchen area with a microwave and coffee maker.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden dresser, a grey armchair, a brown ottoman, a round side table, and a floor lamp.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and dark cabinetry.

17. TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale
Johnston
United States
Khio
CA $139
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale
A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, seating, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

18. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
Ankeny
United States
michael
CA $138
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
A modern bar area with a variety of beverages and a fruit bowl on the counter.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by grey tiles, and equipped with a metal ladder. There are lounge chairs and tables with red legs, and large windows allowing natural light.
An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire feature, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.
A spacious lobby with a central kiosk labeled "The Shop" selling chilled and frozen items.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
Johnston
United States
Lisa
CA $143
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the poolside area, including seating and a wall with a motivational quote.
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'.
A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, a display of baked goods, and a counter with various kitchen appliances.

20. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
Ames
United States
Maddox
CA $139
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
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Ames and related destinations

Home to Iowa State University, this friendly college town offers vibrant farmers markets and the stunning Reiman Gardens with its butterfly wing. Explore the historic downtown for local shops, catch a Cyclones game, or bike along the extensive trail network when the prairie wildflowers bloom.

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