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Americas Best Value Inn Story City

2.5 star property
Hotel in Story City with 4 restaurants and free breakfast

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Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Separate bathtub and shower, deep-soaking bathtub, free toiletries

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €62
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
1520 Broad Street, Story City, IA, 50248

What's nearby

  • Story City Carousel - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Main Street Cultural District - 19 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 23 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 23 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Iowa State University - 23 min drive - 30.4 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KaffeGeita - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Americas Best Value Inn Story City

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Americas Best Value Inn Story City and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe and 4 restaurants. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, a banquet hall and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Americas Best Value Inn Story City offer thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Viking Hotel Story City
Viking Story City
Viking Hotel Story City, Iowa
Viking Hotel Story City Iowa
Americas Story City Story City
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Hotel
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Story City
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Hotel Story City

Frequently asked questions

Is Americas Best Value Inn Story City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

As of 28 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Americas Best Value Inn Story City on 29 Jun 2025 start from €62.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Americas Best Value Inn Story City located?

Situated in Story City, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Story City Carousel and 10.2 mi (16.3 km) from Ada Hayden Heritage Park. Iowa State University and Main Street Cultural District are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Americas Best Value Inn Story City Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 263 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Nice place. I hear the Mexican restaurant that’s attached is really good. Maybe next time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

No big issues with the room. Even though it’s an older hotel, the room was clean. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10

My husband found a big bug and I never took my socks off the room was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean, friendly and safe
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

It's always a pleasure when I go there!!!, and the young man that owns it always accommodate ME!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Very nice lady at the desk
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10

Convient distance from Ames.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10

the location was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

An excellent Mexican restaurant right next-door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

hotel is conveniently located and very quiet. love that they allow pets and have a great yard for them
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

It is a convenient place to stay, rooms clean, and the staff is always friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10

Room was clean, price was right. Restaurant attached was good. not a big breakfast but price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

One night stay and room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Good rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Excellent Mexican restaurant right next-door. Very good quality sheets and a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

It is an older property, but the price is right.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Older but clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

On site mexican restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

The room was somewhat run down but everything was clean and I had hot water for a shower. For the price I rate it four out of five stars.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Everything was adequate for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

It was a great property for a quick overnight stay. We got exactly what we paid for. The place was quite and walking distance to dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10

Ok place to stay on a weekend trip when we just wanted an affordable place near our final destination. Definitely no-frills.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

Great Value. Very Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10

Ok for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023