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

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An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the poolside area, including seating and a wall with a motivational quote.

1. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

3.1 km from Main Street Cultural District

Maddox

SAR 339

SAR 379 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, a TV mounted on the wall, and a skylight.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large clock on the wall.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sign reading "Be our Guest," and a "WELCOME" sign.

A two-story brick house with a gabled roof, a front entrance with a door, and a small porch with potted plants.

2. Iowa House

3.1 km from Main Street Cultural District

Scott

SAR 441

SAR 494 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a stone facade, a large illuminated sign, and a number 2100 displayed above the entrance.

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

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Giovanni

SAR 339

SAR 379 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a large artwork on the wall.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

2.9 km from Main Street Cultural District

Judith

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the outdoors, surrounded by chairs and tables.

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Darci

SAR 396

SAR 443 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A lobby with a fireplace, green and blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

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.

6. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

1.8 km from Main Street Cultural District

Scott

SAR 323

SAR 362 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and a grill.

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

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Towneplace Suites by Marriott".

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a view of the outside.

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

2.9 km from Main Street Cultural District

Debra

SAR 394

SAR 441 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor patio area with seating, a barbecue grill, and string lights.

A spacious living area with a herringbone floor, a kitchen in the background, and a dining area with modern furniture.

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a metal ladder.

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

8. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Jessica

SAR 364

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

A buffet with various food items in metal containers, including omelets and other dishes.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and decorative vases.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a lounge area with chairs, and a view of the outside through patterned windows.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Nalee

SAR 413

SAR 499 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A lobby with a blue sofa, a round table, and a leather chair.

A buffet area with a counter, microwave, and various food items.

A reception area with a coffee machine, a digital display, and a wall-mounted sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and safety signs.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Laurie

SAR 349

SAR 391 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a sign indicating no lifeguard on duty.

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

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

11. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Stacey

SAR 312

SAR 350 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden walls, stone accents, and framed pictures on the walls.

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

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

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

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Elliott

SAR 252

SAR 282 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a blue accent wall. There are several hanging pendant lights, a refrigerator, and a sink.

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

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

0.6 km from Main Street Cultural District

Karen

SAR 277

SAR 310 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A dining area with a glass table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a green sofa, a patterned armchair, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A residential driveway with a lawn, trees, and a house in the background.

A living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a glass coffee table.

14. Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast

11.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Ryan

SAR 357

SAR 374 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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.

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.

15. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.4 km from Main Street Cultural District

Casey

SAR 324

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A lobby with a stone fireplace, orange and gray seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows with views, and a tiled floor.

16. Spark by Hilton Ames

3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District

Michaella

SAR 335

SAR 376 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

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

17. Comfort Inn Story City

18.1 km from Main Street Cultural District

Patricia

SAR 316

SAR 354 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.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

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

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

18. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

3.3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Sanjeeva

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 hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

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

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.

19. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

5.7 km from Main Street Cultural District

Kristina

SAR 303

SAR 339 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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.

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District

Staci

SAR 318

SAR 356 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Main Street Cultural District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames	9.6 Exceptional 100 reviews	View
Iowa House	9.6 Exceptional 898 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames	9.4 Exceptional 638 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames	9.2 Wonderful 665 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Ames	9.2 Wonderful 342 reviews	View

Top Main Street Cultural District Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

10/10 Excellent

"Good location 5 min to Iowa state university quiet and clean rooms. Breakfast is good but limited options"

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay for a quick trip to Ames. Easy walk to Jack Trice."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable stay! The breakfast was one of the better we have had amongst similar properties."

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

8/10 Good

"We have stayed here previously and thought it would be the same great experience. They have added a convention center and there was a wedding reception going on. The front desk staff was so busy with that, they didn't have time to make coffee, etc. The wedding guests had too much to drink and were obnoxious. Not the best stay, but we had a good night's sleep on comfortable beds and a good breakfast."

Red Roof Inn Ames

8/10 Good

"no breakfast!"

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. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

2. Iowa House

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

5. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

6. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

8. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

11. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

14. Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast

15. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

16. Spark by Hilton Ames

17. Comfort Inn Story City

18. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

19. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Compare popular hotels close to Main Street Cultural District

Top Main Street Cultural District Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Red Roof Inn Ames

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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