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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
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In the heart of Story City, Americas Best Value Inn Story City offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, 4 on-site restaurants, and a cozy coffee shop. Enjoy in-room WiFi while you plan your day and take advantage of barbecue grills for al fresco dining.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is €62
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

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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
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • 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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • 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
  • Iowa State University - 22 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 23 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 23 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Carousel Lanes - ‬3 min drive

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 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall
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

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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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Americas Best Value Inn Story City on 30 Sept 2025 start from €62.21, 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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Reviews

Americas Best Value Inn Story City Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 273 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and the owners are kind. For the price, it is a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the best & the price was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean rooms comfortable bed. All around a nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front staff was not always available when needed. Convenient for a one night stay close the interstate. Very outdated and you get what you pay for
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. I hear the Mexican restaurant that’s attached is really good. Maybe next time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Wallis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great, no problems
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

TYLER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and safe
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Wendell

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a convenient place to stay, rooms clean, and the staff is always friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice lady at the desk
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent Mexican restaurant right next-door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

diane

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Amenities
Good rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad Beds

Older motel with limited hot water which was apparently first come, first serve per management. One bed was bad & other was terrible. Breakfast was limited with only orange juice or regular coffee to drink. Won't stay here again, even at the price it was.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One night stay and room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent Mexican restaurant right next-door. Very good quality sheets and a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, price was right. Restaurant attached was good. not a big breakfast but price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb

On route, price, lots of restaurants near by
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness
Convient distance from Ames.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Designer hotel

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 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a modest motel with much to be modest about, but certainly nothing to be embarrassed about. Although the furniture in the room was a bit eclectic, everything was clean and functional. Check in was quick and efficient. The attached Mexican restaurant seems to have quite a local following. Several other dining options and some shopping is all within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Older but clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024