Title: Ames Vacation Rentals from $146: Search Short-Term Rentals | Expedia.com [Ames Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Ames.dx6059972)[Hotels in Ames](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels.d6059972.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ames](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Ames.d6059972.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Ames](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Ames.d6059972.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ames Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Ames.d6059972.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![Iowa State University featuring a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105990/5c844183-9d43-43db-88d9-98946e7cfdec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105990/5c844183-9d43-43db-88d9-98946e7cfdec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ## Check prices for these dates In two weeks [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6059972&startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two months [May 1 - May 3](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6059972&startDate=2026-05-01&endDate=2026-05-03&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In three months [May 29 - May 31](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6059972&startDate=2026-05-29&endDate=2026-05-31&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In four months [Jun 26 - Jun 28](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6059972&startDate=2026-06-26&endDate=2026-06-28&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for Ames vacation rentals ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125620000/125612600/125612570/aebb8ec9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125620000/125612600/125612570/63fa64ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125620000/125612600/125612570/612a7dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125620000/125612600/125612570/9b6b8be1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cottage in Polk City [](https://www.expedia.com/Des-Moines-Hotels-The-Cove-Polk-City-Ranch-Near-Saylorville-Lake.h125612570.Hotel-Information) $670 nightly $750 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Des-Moines-Hotels-The-Cove-Polk-City-Ranch-Near-Saylorville-Lake.h125612570.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/49000000/48991900/48991844/2e262c41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard House, 5 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Oakridge Farmhouse, Kitchen) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/49000000/48991900/48991844/1a01c2de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard House, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Betts Farmhouse, Kitchen) | Private kitchen | Cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/49000000/48991900/48991844/w2420h1815x0y1-7008d0e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden Area (Hollyhock Cottage, Kitchen) | Private kitchen | Cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/49000000/48991900/48991844/w2420h1815x0y1-69f38aaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartment in Coon Rapids [](https://www.expedia.com/Whiterock-Conservancy.h48991844.Hotel-Information) 8.2/10 Very Good (11 reviews) "Our Stay was AMAZING!! 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" [](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h554070.Hotel-Information) ![Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/e19f459a_y.jpg) ### Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University 10/10 Excellent "Yes it was excellent" [](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Gateway-Hotel-And-Conference-Center.h700084.Hotel-Information) ![Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/9d150149_y.jpg) ### Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites 8/10 Good "Clean and nice room, very nice staff, great breakfast. Parking lot was full of ice" [](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-University-Park-Inn-Suites.h51136.Hotel-Information) ![Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/8a37ae20_y.jpg) ### Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus 4/10 Poor "My husband and daughter stayed. They said it took along time for someone to come to the desk to check in. The elevator button was not working. The following morning there was no juice or milk to drink for breakfast." [](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-And-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h32524052.Hotel-Information) ![Hilton Garden Inn Ames](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/563bc8e3_y.jpg) ### Hilton Garden Inn Ames 10/10 Excellent "The pool was enjoyable. The parking lot was clean and safe. The restaurant was delicious and very affordable!! The beds were super comfortable. This will 100% be my pick for every trip to Ames." [](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Ames.h2366812.Hotel-Information) ![Spark by Hilton Ames](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/5593c171_y.jpg) ### Spark by Hilton Ames 6/10 Okay "Would give the hotel a 5 - location was good, staff was great, rooms were very nice. BUT... our 1st room was a king suite & there was no hot water. They switched us to a king room, and while the water was better, it was still not super hot and took forever to warm up. We asked about any compensation because what we booked is not what we stayed in, but the manager wasn't in until Monday (we checked in on Sat.) Absolutely loved the hotel, but they need to fix their hot water issues." [](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Spark-By-Hilton-Ames.h578005.Hotel-Information) ![AmericInn by Wyndham Ames](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/25910fe8_y.jpg) ### AmericInn by Wyndham Ames 4/10 Poor "Cleanest hotel I've ever been in! Front lobby was always swept and moped. Smelled clean, not old and musty like most hotels. Problem was how staff made us feel. I had 3 children with me, but they are very wèll behaved. We were in town visiting my son that was there for work and was registered in a differnt hotel down the street. Every time we would come and go, we were questioned/accused of which guests were actaully staying there. I was uncomfortable, feeling like I was being watched and judged. Also, I was told there was a $200 deposit, when I said I would go somewhere else, he used my card and just took $100 deposit. Then refused to give me a receipt stating that I dont get one with 3rd party booking. I explained I wanted one for the deposit....he just told me "not to worry". Hopefully hes true to his word and I get the deposit!" [](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Ames.h561156.Hotel-Information) ![GrandStay Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/b4e69589_y.jpg) ### GrandStay Hotel & Suites 10/10 Excellent "The staff is very friendly and helpful. " [](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-GrandStay-Hotel-Suites.h1287582.Hotel-Information) ## Find out more about Ames **Everything you need to know about Ames vacation rentals** Whether you’re excited for the perfect family vacation, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Ames vacation rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private vacation homes, apartments, condos, resorts, cabins, villas, motels. The list goes on, and on …and on. There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. 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