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Featured Motels in Ames and around

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Super 8 by Wyndham Story City
Super 8 by Wyndham Story City
2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (363)
"Nice and Quiet"
United States
Melanie
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Story City
Exterior
Super 8 by Wyndham Boone
Super 8 by Wyndham Boone
2.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (392)
"You guys SUCK!!!!!!!!!"
United States
Danny
Super 8 by Wyndham Boone
Terrace/patio
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (438)
"Great hotel & Great location and cheap !"
United States
Todd
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Exterior
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1006)
"We just needed a place to shower and sleep that was clean. This fit the bill."
United States
CHRISTINA
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Shower, free toiletries, towels
Palace Inn
Palace Inn
2.5 star property
4.8 out of 10, (49)
"Very clean and rrlaxing"
United States
Freddie
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Palace Inn
Free WiFi
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
2.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (258)
"It is a nice hotel right off the interstate and easy to get in and out of. Staff was very nice and the room was just what I needed for my stay/"
United States
Chris
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
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Top Ames Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames

10/10 Excellent
"Love the free breakfest and variety or chooses and the ac worked good as well as the shower, enjoyed my stay and had excellent service"
Soechun 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Sonesta Essential Ames

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Ames Motels information

Number of reviews
2,505
Accommodation
7 Motels
Lowest Price
€56
Highest Price
€72

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Ames?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Ames, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 87 hotels and other lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What are motels like?
Motels often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Introduced in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Ames?
Here are some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North is located 41.4 km from the heart of Ames. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: A snack bar/deli along with freebies such as WiFi, self-parking and a casino shuttle are available during your stay. Central Ames is 25.8 mi (41.5 km) away. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from the heart of Ames. Super 8 by Wyndham Boone: Central Ames is 13.9 mi (22.3 km) away. A 24-hour fitness centre along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. Super 8 by Wyndham Story City: 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from the heart of Ames. Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Ames?
Explore the university campus and enjoy the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Ames for its shops. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Reiman Gardens, Iowa Arboretum and Saylorville Lake. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Furman Aquatic Center, Center Grove Orchard and Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Main Street Cultural District, Hilton Coliseum and Iowa State Center.
What's the weather like in Ames?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Ames to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -3°C. The snowiest months in Ames are January, March, February and November, with each month seeing an average of 18 cm of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Ames while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Ames to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 33.9 mi (54.6 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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