The Best Hotels Closest to Main Street Cultural District in Ames for 2026

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A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a large TV screen, and a staircase.

A hotel reception area with a counter, framed pictures, and a vending machine.

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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Dana

SAR 400

SAR 448 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a prominent 'Courtyard by Marriott' sign.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, a large flat-screen TV mounted above the counter, and a well-lit interior.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and benches.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the city.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Amanda

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden cabinetry, a self-service beverage station, and a staircase leading to another level.

An outdoor seating area with stone walls, a fire pit, and modern furniture.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining space, and a large window providing natural light.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

2.9 km from Main Street Cultural District

Judith

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a brown chair, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, and a TV.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a diving board, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

4. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Jessica

SAR 364

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A swimming pool with a 4' 12" depth, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

A lobby with blue armchairs, a wooden table, and a brick wall.

5. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

1.8 km from Main Street Cultural District

Alison

SAR 340

SAR 381 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and illuminated signage.

A coffee station with multiple coffee machines, a sign stating 'MUST HAVE COFFEE,' and a 'NO SMOKING' sign.

A modern office space with a desktop computer, two office chairs, a framed artwork on the wall, and a printer.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Nalee

SAR 428

SAR 516 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A lobby with a fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a lamp and a table.

A GrandStay hotel with a central entrance, columns, and a parking area.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and large windows.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchair, and a desk with a printer.

7. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Stacey

SAR 304

SAR 340 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A multi-level indoor pool area with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A restaurant with wooden walls and a green patterned floor. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a kitchenette with cabinets and a microwave.

A hotel named "Quality Inn & Suites" with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Alexis R

SAR 252

SAR 282 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and three wall-mounted pictures depicting outdoor scenes.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a sign indicating the entrance.

A reception area with a NexTap self-service kiosk, a reception desk, a computer, and a seating area with a plant.

A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, a counter, a blue-lit podium, a wooden bench, a sofa, and a potted plant.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

0.6 km from Main Street Cultural District

Karen

SAR 274

SAR 306 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A modern hotel room with a central seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

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.

10. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.4 km from Main Street Cultural District

Virginia

SAR 317

SAR 355 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a rack of dumbbells.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

11. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

3.3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Carol

SAR 324

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a wall-mounted sign.

12. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

5.7 km from Main Street Cultural District

Melissa

SAR 303

SAR 339 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, red chairs, a coffee table, two lamps, framed pictures on the wall, and a patterned rug.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by seating areas and windows.

A buffet setup with various food items and a 'RISE & SHINE' sign on the wall.

13. Comfort Inn Story City

18.1 km from Main Street Cultural District

Patricia

SAR 333

SAR 373 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and a view through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a television, and a microwave.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a wooden staircase, and a blue mat with "American Inn" text.

14. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District

Mark

SAR 301

SAR 337 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a television.

A Country Inn & Suites hotel with a large parking lot, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit entrance.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by tiled walls and wooden beams.

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District

Brandy

SAR 270

SAR 303 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

3.3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Douglas

SAR 255

SAR 286 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

A Sonesta Essential Hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a mirror.

17. Sonesta Essential Ames

3.3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Bertis

SAR 236

SAR 264 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside lamp, a nightstand, and a wooden headboard.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a bench.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and bathtub.

18. Park Inn by Radisson, Ames

3.4 km from Main Street Cultural District

Michelle

SAR 207

SAR 232 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a window, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, and a mini-fridge.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with red chairs, a large TV screen advertising free Wi-Fi, and a view through the door.

A Red Roof Inn with a large building, a covered parking area, and a well-maintained lawn.

19. Red Roof Inn Ames

3.4 km from Main Street Cultural District

Tiffany

SAR 225

SAR 252 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Main Street Cultural District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames	9.4 Exceptional 637 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Ames	9.2 Wonderful 338 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames	9.2 Wonderful 664 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 145 reviews	View
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Main Street Cultural District Hotel Reviews

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, good location. Friendly staff."

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"I appreciate the spacious rooms & friendly staff. I’ve stayed here many times and highly recommend it!"

Sonesta Essential Ames

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean and spacious. The bed was very comfortable. I really liked having a 50" inch smart tv which allowed me to watch all my shows on my apps. My room had a sleeper sofa and coffee table which were nice additions as well as having a mini fridge and microwave. The breakfast was nice because there were hot and cold items to chose from. The staff was very welcoming from the front desk to the housekeepers! If I'm in the area I would definitely stay again!"

American Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Older hotel but clean with a friendly staff. Restaurant connected to hotel was nice. Would stay again."

Other attractions near Main Street Cultural District

Brunnier Art Museum

8.6/10 (23 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Brunnier Art Museum in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Octagon Center for the Arts

7.2/10 (12 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Octagon Center for the Arts during your stay in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Cinemark Ames Movies 12

You can take time to visit Cinemark Ames Movies 12 during your travels to Ames. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Hilton Coliseum

9.4/10 (263 reviews)

Catch an event at Hilton Coliseum during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Furman Aquatic Center

8.6/10 (35 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Furman Aquatic Center during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Iowa State Center

9.4/10 (114 reviews)

After visiting Iowa State Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Stephens Auditorium

9.0/10 (187 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Stephens Auditorium during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Jack Trice Stadium

9.4/10 (327 reviews)

Catch an event at Jack Trice Stadium during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Main Street Cultural District?

Main Street Cultural District is located in Ames. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 31 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Main Street Cultural District?

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Main Street Cultural District. Other good choices within 5 miles include Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University and Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Main Street Cultural District?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Main Street Cultural District.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Main Street Cultural District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Main Street Cultural District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Main Street Cultural District?

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What can I see and do near Main Street Cultural District?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Farm House Museum and Brunnier Art Museum. Create some family memories at Octagon Center for the Arts and Furman Aquatic Center. If you've got some time to explore the area around Main Street Cultural District, you may want to make a stop by Hilton Coliseum, Jack Trice Stadium, and Veenker Memorial Golf Course.

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Our top choices for Main Street Cultural District hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

2. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

4. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

5. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

7. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

8. Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

10. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

11. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

12. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

13. Comfort Inn Story City

14. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

17. Sonesta Essential Ames

18. Park Inn by Radisson, Ames

19. Red Roof Inn Ames

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Top Main Street Cultural District Hotel Reviews

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Sonesta Essential Ames

American Inn & Suites

Other attractions near Main Street Cultural District

Brunnier Art Museum

Octagon Center for the Arts

Cinemark Ames Movies 12

Hilton Coliseum

Furman Aquatic Center

Iowa State Center

Stephens Auditorium

Jack Trice Stadium

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