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Ames, United States
10 Oct — 11 Oct2
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1606 South Kellogg Avenue, Ames, IA, United States
Hotel with free breakfast, near Jack Trice Stadium Along with an indoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a spa tub, and a business center. GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers 53 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily. An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Free Wi-Fi
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7.6
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449 reviews
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3.1 km from city centre

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Cheapest month:March
Most expensive month:May
Average price in Ames:$192/night
Cheapest price found:$67/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Friday
$129 - $324
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$144 - $296
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Where to stay in Ames

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About Ames

Ames is a lively university city known for its rich agricultural heritage and anchored by a characterful downtown district where historic brick buildings house shops, restaurants and galleries. Spend your time strolling around botanical gardens, visiting local museums and exploring the Iowa State University campus.

Things to do in Ames

Reiman Gardens is a five-hectare park filled with sculptures, flowers and butterfly houses. Don't leave without snapping a photo with the World's Largest Concrete Gnome, one of Iowa's quirkiest attractions. The gnome towers 4.5 metres above Reiman Gardens.

The Farm House Museum showcases the city's agricultural roots. It's located in a 19th-century building on the Iowa State University campus and has housed everyone from deans and professors to students and farmhands. Today it's been converted into a public museum showcasing taxidermy animals, vintage farming equipment and other memorabilia.

Named after the iconic American sculptor, the Christian Petersen Art Museum celebrates the legacy of the former Iowa State University professor. In addition to Christian Petersen originals, you can also admire works from local artists and ISU current students.

North of the city centre, the Ada Hayden Heritage Park is a great place to stretch your legs. It's anchored by a freshwater lake fringed by lush wetlands that house loons, bald eagles, sandhill cranes and white pelicans. Covered shelters and barbecues make it an ideal spot for picnics.

Getting around Ames

Downtown Ames is easy to get around on foot, especially around Main Street and Iowa State University, while the extensive paved trail system is great for bicycles. The city is also serviced by local buses and taxis. Des Moines International Airport is 50 kilometres away.

Facts about staying in Ames

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  • What are the best hotels in Ames?

    AmericInn by Wyndham Ames (7.9/10 from 609 reviews), Gateway Hotel and Conference Center (8.7/10 from 494 reviews), and Sleep Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus (8.2/10 from 321 reviews) are all highly rated places to stay in Ames.

  • What is a good hotel near Iowa State University?

    Iowa House is a good hotel close to Iowa State University - it has scored 9.3 over 131 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Ames near Jack Trice Stadium?

    Gateway Hotel and Conference Center is the most recommended hotel near Jack Trice Stadium on HotelsCombined (scoring 8.7 over 494 reviews).

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Iowa?

    In addition to Ames, travellers opt to visit Des Moines when visiting Iowa. Ankeny is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Ames?

    In total, there are 70 hotels to choose from in Ames, compared to 2,661 properties in Iowa.

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