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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (536)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(536)
The price is $93
$93
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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, (986)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(986)
The price is $82
$82
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (558)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(558)
The price is $82
$82
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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, (1005)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1005)
The price is $75
$75
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
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, (1000)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1000)
The price is $68
$68
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
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, (1195)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1195)
The price is $80
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (282)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(282)
The price is $87
$87
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG
2.5 star property
Ames
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (411)
8.6/10
Excellent
(411)
The price is $85
$85
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Iowa House
Iowa House
3.0 star property
Ames
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (818)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(818)
The price is $135
$135
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast
Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast
3.5 star property
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24)
10/10
Exceptional
(24)
The price is $90
$90
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
Ames
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1000)
The price is $81
$81
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
3.0 star property
Jefferson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (405)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(405)
The price is $120
$120
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1004)
The price is $75
$75
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Red Roof Inn Ames
Red Roof Inn Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
6.2 out of 10, (855)
6.2/10
(855)
The price is $53
$53
$59 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Comfort Inn Story City
Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (386)
8.8/10
Excellent
(386)
The price is $80
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Sonesta Essential Ames
Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
7.6/10
Good
(1001)
The price is $57
$57
$64 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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, (461)
7.0/10
Good
(461)
The price is $66
$66
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
6.2 out of 10, (938)
6.2/10
(938)
The price is $65
$65
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (427)
8.6/10
Excellent
(427)
The price is $84
$84
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
3.0 star property
Ames
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (840)
8.6/10
Excellent
(840)
The price is $99
$99
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Budget hotels in Ames and vicinity
7.4 out of 10, Good, (787)
7.4/10
Good
(787)
7.2 out of 10, Good, (281)
7.2/10
Good
(281)
The price is $53
$53
$59 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
7.0 out of 10, Good, (532)
7.0/10
Good
(532)
The price is $54
$54
$61 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road2.5 star property
Lovington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1011)
7.6/10
Good
(1011)
The price is $55
$55
$62 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
7.6/10
Good
(1001)
The price is $57
$57
$64 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
7.0 out of 10, Good, (911)
7.0/10
Good
(911)
The price is $58
$58
$65 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (753)
8.2/10
Very Good
(753)
The price is $59
$59
$66 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1005)
7.4/10
Good
(1005)
The price is $60
$60
$71 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes
Red Lion Inn & Suites GrimesGrimes
7.6 out of 10, Good, (591)
7.6/10
Good
(591)
The price is $72
$72
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East2.5 star property
Altoona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (445)
7.4/10
Good
(445)
The price is $64
$64
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
7.4 out of 10, Good, (227)
7.4/10
Good
(227)
The price is $62
$62
$69 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines2.5 star property
Altoona
7.8 out of 10, Good, (898)
7.8/10
Good
(898)
The price is $63
$63
$71 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area
Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area2.0 star property
Ankeny
7.0 out of 10, Good, (638)
7.0/10
Good
(638)
The price is $63
$63
$71 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines2.5 star property
Ankeny
7.8 out of 10, Good, (387)
7.8/10
Good
(387)
The price is $63
$63
$71 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1003)
7.2/10
Good
(1003)
The price is $65
$65
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus
Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus2.5 star property
Ames
7.0 out of 10, Good, (461)
7.0/10
Good
(461)
The price is $66
$66
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (765)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(765)
The price is $67
$67
$80 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines2.5 star property
Johnston
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
8.2/10
Very Good
(1002)
The price is $67
$67
$75 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines2.0 star property
Urbandale
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
7.6/10
Good
(1003)
The price is $67
$67
$75 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1000)
The price is $68
$68
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Check out hotels with a pool in Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (386)
8.8/10
Excellent
(386)
The price is $80
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (986)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(986)
The price is $82
$82
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(19)
The price is $73
$73
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1005)
The price is $75
$75
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (558)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(558)
The price is $82
$82
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1195)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1195)
The price is $80
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (282)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(282)
The price is $87
$87
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG2.5 star property
Ames
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (411)
8.6/10
Excellent
(411)
The price is $85
$85
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Jefferson3.0 star property
Jefferson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (405)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(405)
The price is $120
$120
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
7.6/10
Good
(1001)
The price is $57
$57
$64 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (536)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(536)
The price is $93
$93
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1000)
The price is $81
$81
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1004)
The price is $75
$75
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (558)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(558)
The price is $82
$82
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus2.5 star property
Ames
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (986)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(986)
The price is $82
$82
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1195)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1195)
The price is $80
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1005)
The price is $75
$75
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (88)
8.8/10
Excellent
(88)
The price is $93
$93
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (386)
8.8/10
Excellent
(386)
The price is $80
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
6.2 out of 10, (855)
6.2/10
(855)
The price is $53
$53
$59 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University3.0 star property
Ames
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1195)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1195)
The price is $80
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites2.5 star property
Ames
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1005)
The price is $75
$75
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1004)
The price is $75
$75
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
6.2 out of 10, (938)
6.2/10
(938)
The price is $65
$65
$73 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA2.5 star property
Ames
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
8.0/10
Very Good
(1003)
The price is $77
$77
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (267)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(267)
The price is $110
$110
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Go beyond your typical stay in Ames
Pet friendly
Family friendly
When is the best time to visit Ames?
When is the best time to visit Ames?Our prices for hotels in Ames are cheapest in December
When is the best time to visit Ames?
When is the best time to visit Ames?
Our prices for hotels in Ames are cheapest in December
Price trends for hotels in Ames
Pricing is based on two traveler single night rates
Currently viewing crowd sizes and weather for December.
Typical weather for Ames
December
Low crowds
High 1°C / low -6°C. Snow likely.
View properties in December 1°
December, Low crowds, average high temperature 1 degrees Celsius, average low temperature -6 degrees Celsius. Snow likely.
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January, Low crowds, average high temperature -3 degrees Celsius, average low temperature -10 degrees Celsius. Snow likely.
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February, Low crowds, average high temperature -1 degrees Celsius, average low temperature -10 degrees Celsius. Snow likely.
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March, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 8 degrees Celsius, average low temperature -1 degrees Celsius. Cloudy most days.
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15°
April, Low crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 5 degrees Celsius. Partly sunny.
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21°
May, High crowds, average high temperature 21 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 11 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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June, High crowds, average high temperature 27 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 17 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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28°
July, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 28 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 18 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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28°
August, High crowds, average high temperature 28 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 17 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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September, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 25 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 14 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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October, High crowds, average high temperature 16 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 7 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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November, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 9 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 0 degrees Celsius. Partly sunny.
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Monthly weather averages (˚C)
Top landmarks in Ames
Ames and related destinations
Ames, well-known for its sports and university life, features attractions such as Main Street Cultural District and Hilton Coliseum. Visitors to this family-friendly city speak highly of the restaurants whereas sights include Brunnier Art Museum and Iowa State Center.
Check out reviews of Ames hotels guests love
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very courteous and very clean room."
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
10/10 Excellent
"Huge fan of Gary - always so caring and personal. We book here just to see him. "
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. Comfortable bed. Quiet. Good value."
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
10/10 Excellent
"The staff were exceptional! They were experiencing internet issues and were beyond accommodating getting us to our room and calling us when our keys were ready. Friendly, easy to talk to and a spotless hotel! "
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
10/10 Excellent
"Friendly and accommodating staff. "
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
10/10 Excellent
"Clean and comfy room. "
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
10/10 Excellent
"Placed a do not disturb door sign for me on my way out since i could not find one. It was very appreciated. "
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
10/10 Excellent
"Great costumer service "
Red Roof Inn Ames
10/10 Excellent
"2 week stay, enjoyed breakfast nearly every day (waffle maker a big plus!). Nice and quiet during stay and room was clean and good service."
Frequently asked questions
What hotels do travelers like in Ames?
Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast, Iowa House and Hampton Inn & Suites Ames are all properties that our guests really like.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Ames?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Ames, most properties provide refundable* bookable rates. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Ames if I'm looking for a cheap accommodation?
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames is an accommodation you might want to consider that'll save you money.
Where can I stay in Ames if I want a vacation home instead of a hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 52 vacation homes. In addition, you can choose from 13 apartments.
What will the weather in Ames be like during my trip?
The warmest months in Ames are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 27°F. The rainiest months are May and June.
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