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1. 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, (1,380 reviews)
"It was a pleasant experience staying with the friendly staff."
Japan
Katsuya
The price is SAR 368
SAR 413 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Lobby

2. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Location very close to Iowa State campus."
United States
Kay
The price is SAR 371
SAR 416 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Reception

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
Ames
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (627 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Michelle
The price is SAR 308
SAR 345 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Lobby

4. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"It was a clean hotel with a nice breakfast in the morning."
United States
Rachelle
The price is SAR 358
SAR 401 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Free continental breakfast

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
2.5 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay at this location. The staff was friendly, the room was kept well and the pool and hot tub were both great amenities for my kids."
United States
Melanie E
The price is SAR 301
SAR 337 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Lobby

6. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, easy to check in, yummy breakfast, and right next to a gas station"
United States
Melissa
The price is SAR 332
SAR 372 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. Comfort Inn Story City

Comfort Inn Story City
2.5 star property
Story City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (434 reviews)
"Room was clean and the staff was very friendly and informative. I would stay again if I’m in the area."
United States
keith
The price is SAR 342
SAR 383 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Comfort Inn Story City
Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

8. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
William
The price is SAR 249
SAR 279 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Sonesta Essential Ames
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

9. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
Ames
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Douglas
The price is SAR 287
SAR 322 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
Bar (on property)

10. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
2.5 star property
Boone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (462 reviews)
"We had a great stay."
United States
Kim
The price is SAR 368
SAR 412 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Boone
Terrace/patio

11. Qube Hotel

Qube Hotel
2.5 star property
Polk City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (799 reviews)
"Great staff and the whole building was very clean and quiet"
United States
Frank
The price is SAR 283
SAR 336 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Qube Hotel
Exterior

12. 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, (1,055 reviews)
"It was a nice place and very quiet area. We enjoyed our stay very much. Will definitely be staying there again on our next trip up to iowa"
United States
Ralph
The price is SAR 305
SAR 342 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Free daily continental breakfast

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
2.5 star property
Marshalltown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (392 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean an staff was very helpful & courteous"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is SAR 455
SAR 509 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marshalltown by IHG
Indoor pool

14. Best Western Holiday Manor

Best Western Holiday Manor
2.5 star property
Newton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean centrally located and staff was amazing! LOVED THE breakfast!!! Very fun stop"
United States
Kendra
The price is SAR 351
SAR 393 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Best Western Holiday Manor
Restaurant

15. Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa
2.5 star property
Ottumwa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (338 reviews)
"Convenient when attending event at BVC."
United States
William
The price is SAR 353
SAR 396 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Ottumwa
Basic Double Room | WiFi (free)

16. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
Johnston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (818 reviews)
"Nice breakfast very clean and well maintained"
United States
Maureen
The price is SAR 298
SAR 334 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Property grounds

17. The Grove Inn And Suites

The Grove Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
Eagle Grove
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Spacious clean rooms excellent customer service, great location, good breakfast great value for the money!"
United States
Lori
The price is SAR 340
SAR 381 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
The Grove Inn And Suites
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Jetted tub

18. Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham

Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham
2.5 star property
Pella
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (898 reviews)
"Great hotel - comfortable, clean and friendly!"
United States
Lisa
The price is SAR 294
SAR 329 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella, Trademark by Wyndham
Lobby sitting area

19. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
2.5 star property
Forest City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (429 reviews)
"Very clean, conveniently located, will likely stay here again on future visits."
United States
Tom
The price is SAR 302
SAR 338 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
Exterior

20. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
2.5 star property
Winterset
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (808 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is SAR 356
SAR 399 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

8/10 Good
"The breakfast buffet was fair. Over priced for what you got."
Barb 1-night trip
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University