Ames is a city located in the heart of Iowa. It is known for its Midwestern hospitality and tradition and it is home of the Cyclones of Iowa State University. There are 35 woodland parks and 55 miles of hiking trails for those who appreciate the outdoors and nature. For others who enjoy shopping, there are plenty of boutiques found in downtown Ames. As for accommodations, there are 1,400 hotel and motel rooms from which to to choose.
The Super 8 Ames motel is located just three miles from Iowa State University. Other nearby attractions include the Hilton Coliseum, Scheman Building, Jack Trice Stadium, Reiman Gardens and Ledges State Park. There is also the Veenker Memorial Golf Course for those who are keen on golfing, and it is located three miles from the motel. Parking is available for large RVs, buses and trucks. Pets are allowed with permission and with the charge of an additional fee. Nearby restaurants include Pizza Hut, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Red Lobster and The Flying Burrito. All rooms are standard and the rates depend on the dates you stay.
Super 8 Ames
1418 S Dayton Ave.
Ames, IA 50010 US
515-232-6510
super8.com/Super8/control/Booking/property_info?propertyId=03385&cid=carat_search-Super_8
AmericInn is a hotel in Ames, Iowa located near the city of Des Moines. It offers 66 standard hotel rooms, six one-room suites and four two-room suites. AmericaInn Perk is the hotel's coffee shop that offers pastries, fresh fruit, cereals and hot waffles. Other nearby restaurants include Old Chicago (a mile away), which features Chicago-style pizzas and pastas, Fuji Japanese Style Steakhouse (a mile away), offering sushi and Hibachi grills, and Old Main Brewing Co. (1.5 miles away), which has a brewery inside with a wide selection of beer from which to choose. Family attractions and activities can be found close to the hotel. They include Ames Park and Rec, the Boone Scenic Valley Railroad and Reiman Gardens.
AmericInn
2507 SE 16th St.
Ames, IA 50010
515-233-1005
americinn.com/hotels/ia/ames
The Gateway Hotel is located near Iowa State University. It offers 187 guestrooms and suites and a casual dining restaurant, The IowaStater. This hotel features a fitness center, Whirlpool, sauna, indoor pool, and a business center. There is also a wedding and reception-planning service that is available through the hotel. A scenic display of nature surrounds this hotel, with more than 300 trees, waterfalls, walking paths and native grasses. Gateway Hotel is a part of the Iowa State University community, and is only a few minutes walk to all the campus events, including Broadway shows. Also, many shopping options are within a five-mile radius to this hotel.
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center
2100 Green Hills Drive
Ames, IA 50014
515-292-8600
gatewayames.com
