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Our top choices for Ames 3-star hotels

Indoor pool
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3.0 star property
Urbandale
5.6 out of 10, (674)
"Always fun to stay here , nice place it is a little old but still nice and fun for kids , main pool was nice and warm ! "
United States
Emily
The price is NT$2,213
NT$2,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area | 45-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1201)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Eileen
The price is NT$2,518
NT$2,820 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Free buffet breakfast
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is NT$2,462
NT$2,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - 2026/1/2
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Front of property
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
Altoona
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (946)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
LaDonna
The price is NT$2,955
NT$3,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Indoor pool
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1534)
"Very nice staff member upon check in. Very nice hotel and well kept. "
United States
Debra
The price is NT$2,791
NT$3,126 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - 2026/1/8
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Indoor pool, sun loungers
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Ankeny
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (829)
"Rooms are clean, staff are friendly, breakfast was good, and the pool and hot tub were great. A perfect stay in my opinion."
United States
Morgan
The price is NT$2,512
NT$2,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
Lobby sitting area
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (768)
"Very clean, quiet, and great staff! "
United States
Julie
The price is NT$2,139
NT$2,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - 2026/1/13
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Ballroom
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
3.0 star property
Urbandale
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Very nice stay and nice staff. "
United States
Danny
The price is NT$2,515
NT$2,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - 2026/1/28
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
Courtyard
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (832)
"Clean, super friendly staff, and great location. "
United States
Darlene
The price is NT$2,801
NT$3,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - 2026/1/2
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
Indoor pool
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale
3.0 star property
Johnston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (773)
"We had a good stay with clean room and warm room. Would stay there again. Very nice breakfast."
United States
Cheryl
The price is NT$2,645
NT$2,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - 2026/1/2
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (850)
"Finding a nice place to stay when traveling for work can be hi or miss. This is in the top three places that I have stayed while on the road. Great place to stay "
United States
Justin
The price is NT$3,772
NT$4,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - 2026/1/6
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (286)
"Clean rooms with excellent staff service despite not having the bistro open"
United States
Kristin
The price is NT$2,986
NT$3,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - 2026/1/12
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Lobby
Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (845)
"Very clean and nice amenities . Excellent restaurant and the hotel was so nicely decorated for Xmas "
United States
Laura
The price is NT$3,122
NT$3,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - 2026/1/6
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Suite, King Bed with Sleeper Sofa, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
3.0 star property
Jefferson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (407)
"Rooms are clean, staff was great, check in was easy, we were hoping for more amenities. "
United States
Bobbie
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
Exterior
Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
"Easy to the venue(Toast) and staff was great. Clean rooms, great price, we always stay here for weddings across the street. "
United States
Anthony W.
The price is NT$4,055
NT$4,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82)
"Breakfast was wonderful, cute place and clean "
United States
Donna
The price is NT$3,441
NT$3,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - 2026/1/2
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny
Exterior
Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22)
"Very nice, big room. Staff was amazingly courteous!"
United States
Bonnie
The price is NT$2,294
NT$2,569 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - 2026/1/6
Spark by Hilton Ames
Exterior
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
3.0 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (541)
"Location, easy check in, welcoming vibe. "
United States
Denise
The price is NT$2,645
NT$2,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - 2026/1/3
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
Terrace/patio
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
3.0 star property
Johnston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"It was very quiet even tho we were next to the interstate."
United States
James
The price is NT$3,180
NT$3,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - 2026/1/9
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
Lobby
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
Altoona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"Great place to stay. Perfect little studio like apartment for working out of town. Definitely will stay again. "
United States
Justin
The price is NT$3,093
NT$3,464 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - 2026/1/12
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
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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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Iowa State University featuring a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture

Top Ames Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and quiet. Great sushi restaurant in Ames. "
Lauren 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Spark by Hilton Ames

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Ames?
Courtyard by Marriott Ames, around 3 kilometers south of downtown Ames, is a guest favorite. A cafe and a swimming pool are among its conveniences. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travelers. It offers a pillowtop mattress and individually decorated rooms, and is about 6 kilometers southwest of the city center.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Ames?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Ames?
The main difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Ames is the standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually more budget-friendly and offer the services and amenities required to be comfy, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can expect a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, luxury bathroom products and perks like on-site day spas.

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