Title: Top Story County Hotels: 2026 Best Hotels in Story County - Expedia.com

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## Top Cities in Story County

![Iowa State University which includes heritage architecture and a park as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268910-Iowa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Ames

[](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels.d6059972.Travel-Guide-Hotels)

![😍😍😍](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1ac5ac3fd3c57da8e98282865a3a20ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Huxley

[](https://expedia.com/Huxley-Hotels.d553248634983507236.Travel-Guide-Hotels)

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## Our top choices for Story County hotels

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/e19f459a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/7ace3e7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/368d4fa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/bc56f51a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Gateway-Hotel-And-Conference-Center.h700084.Hotel-Information)

Ames

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,235 reviews)

"Perfect stay! "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Tony

$98 nightly

$110 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Gateway-Hotel-And-Conference-Center.h700084.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59860000/59855200/59855184/25509de7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59860000/59855200/59855184/378ae72e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59860000/59855200/59855184/74769764.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59860000/59855200/59855184/5e3da0ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h59855184.Hotel-Information)

Ames

9.4/10

Exceptional

(564 reviews)

"Staff was very nice and welcoming, room was clean, it was quiet."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jason

$110 nightly

$123 total

Feb 19 - Feb 20

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h59855184.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/9d150149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/ae11cbf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/24dde336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/7347505e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-University-Park-Inn-Suites.h51136.Hotel-Information)

Ames

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,002 reviews)

"Staff was great, rooms were clean, beds were comfortable. Overall good hotel "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kristen

$87 nightly

$98 total

Feb 19 - Feb 20

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-University-Park-Inn-Suites.h51136.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/8a37ae20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/6e797109.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/7c94d60c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32524100/32524052/f2799caf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-And-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h32524052.Hotel-Information)

Ames

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,005 reviews)

"Clean hotel and friendly staff "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Trent

$93 nightly

$104 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-And-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h32524052.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/c9f46d93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/w3840h2556x0y3-42ac9872.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/563bc8e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2366900/2366812/w3837h2558x3y3-259b2ea6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hilton Garden Inn Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Ames.h2366812.Hotel-Information)

Ames

8.6/10

Excellent

(847 reviews)

"Everything was very nice. Staff was friendly"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Sheri

$106 nightly

$118 total

Feb 25 - Feb 26

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Ames.h2366812.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/25910fe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/724a32aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/a50fb5db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/abb7fb12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Ames.h561156.Hotel-Information)

Ames

8.4/10

Very Good

(1,004 reviews)

"Friendly staff, hot tub was nice too. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Amy

$67 nightly

$75 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Ames.h561156.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/b4e69589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/45146028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/89628cb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287600/1287582/0e4cb4f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### GrandStay Hotel & Suites

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-GrandStay-Hotel-Suites.h1287582.Hotel-Information)

Ames

8.4/10

Very Good

(1,001 reviews)

"Very clean and quiet. Room set up was wonderful. Wish we could have stayed longer. Would definitely stay again."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Heather

$69 nightly

$78 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-GrandStay-Hotel-Suites.h1287582.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/39112668.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/3741eeef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/f0023964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578100/578005/6810eb40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Spark by Hilton Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Spark-By-Hilton-Ames.h578005.Hotel-Information)

Ames

8.8/10

Excellent

(33 reviews)

"Clean room nice staff. We would stay again in the future "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Beverly

$84 nightly

$94 total

Feb 26 - Feb 27

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Spark-By-Hilton-Ames.h578005.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10569100/10569032/e7fd0587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10569100/10569032/0e581879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10569100/10569032/2d0ce750.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10569100/10569032/07a63587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h10569032.Hotel-Information)

Ames

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,005 reviews)

"Always a wonderful stay"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Diane K

$71 nightly

$80 total

Mar 9 - Mar 10

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h10569032.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13450000/13440600/13440571/e08b49c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13450000/13440600/13440571/5093e1f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13450000/13440600/13440571/10aba211.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13450000/13440600/13440571/59d59e9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Ames.h13440571.Hotel-Information)

Ames

9.4/10

Exceptional

(568 reviews)

"Room was very clean and the food was better than I’ve had from other hotels. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

LouAnn

$98 nightly

$110 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Ames.h13440571.Hotel-Information)

![Free continental breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554100/554070/66ecaafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554100/554070/b40deac5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554100/554070/5c4e3455.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554100/554070/2ea36ebf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h554070.Hotel-Information)

Ames

8.0/10

Very Good

(1,002 reviews)

"Great breakfast "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Julie

$84 nightly

$94 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h554070.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53896300/53896211/6998c56f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53896300/53896211/f2bbd58d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53896300/53896211/1680f41d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53896300/53896211/368dd49a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Courtyard by Marriott Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Courtyard-BY-Marriott-Ames.h53896211.Hotel-Information)

Ames

9.2/10

Wonderful

(292 reviews)

"Clean and quiet with friendly staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Paige

$91 nightly

$102 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Courtyard-BY-Marriott-Ames.h53896211.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109388300/109388207/w5752h3837x5y3-3518054c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109388300/109388207/fa1568fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109388300/109388207/5c446ae1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109388300/109388207/6f0c7cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Ames.h109388207.Hotel-Information)

Ames

9.4/10

Exceptional

(20 reviews)

"Friendly staff, clean rooms, kids enjoyed pool, and good breakfast. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Melissa

$90 nightly

$101 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Ames.h109388207.Hotel-Information)

![Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1853/7c298f5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1853/7f97483d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1853/b67b8c9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1853/40ea2493.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sonesta Essential Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Sonesta-Essential-Ames.h1853.Hotel-Information)

Ames

7.6/10

Good

(1,000 reviews)

"Room was clean. Check in was quick and easy and staff were very kind. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jodi

$55 nightly

$62 total

Feb 17 - Feb 18

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Sonesta-Essential-Ames.h1853.Hotel-Information)

![Free daily full breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479000/2478964/7ca7f4f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479000/2478964/5328626a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479000/2478964/8fd54d90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2479000/2478964/1f2f3f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Iowa House

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Iowa-House-Historic-Inn-Near-Campus.h2478964.Hotel-Information)

Ames

9.6/10

Exceptional

(821 reviews)

"Nice and clean room, very friendly staffs, and great breakfast!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Xiaoyu

$117 nightly

$132 total

Feb 25 - Feb 26

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Iowa-House-Historic-Inn-Near-Campus.h2478964.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53310000/53301900/53301829/7eceddb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Staybridge-Suites-Ames.h53301829.Hotel-Information)

Ames

9.0/10

Wonderful

(93 reviews)

"Great staff, nice rooms and great breakfast"

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Eric

$101 nightly

$113 total

Feb 19 - Feb 20

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[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Staybridge-Suites-Ames.h53301829.Hotel-Information)

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### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Ames.h570395.Hotel-Information)

Ames

8.6/10

Excellent

(416 reviews)

"Clean, quiet, & very friendly staff Great location "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Lena

$101 nightly

$113 total

Feb 19 - Feb 20

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Ames.h570395.Hotel-Information)

![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/897500/897408/8fb19fdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Red Roof Inn Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Red-Roof-Inn-Ames.h897408.Hotel-Information)

Ames

6.2/10

(868 reviews)

" An affordable, clean hotel. The family that runs it are awesome. "

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Patrick

$53 nightly

$59 total

Feb 17 - Feb 18

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Red-Roof-Inn-Ames.h897408.Hotel-Information)

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### TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h12552518.Hotel-Information)

Ames

9.2/10

Wonderful

(274 reviews)

"Great staff, clean rooms!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jennifer

$116 nightly

$130 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h12552518.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1674700/1674670/98e8a1ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h1674670.Hotel-Information)

Ames

8.6/10

Excellent

(434 reviews)

"wonderful staff and amenities ,clean, easy access to the rest of the area."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Clark

$84 nightly

$94 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h1674670.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Story County Hotel Reviews

![Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/710000/700100/700084/29085e88_y.jpg)

### Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent 👍"

[](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Gateway-Hotel-And-Conference-Center.h700084.Hotel-Information)

![Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152300/1152222/8b967b66_y.jpg)

### Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"All ok"

[](https://expedia.com/Des-Moines-Hotels-Stoney-Creek-Hotel-Des-Moines-Johnston.h1152222.Hotel-Information)

![AmericInn by Wyndham Ames](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/561200/561156/25910fe8_y.jpg)

### AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and good price"

[](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-AmericInn-By-Wyndham-Ames.h561156.Hotel-Information)

![Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/51200/51136/5a5531d9_y.jpg)

### Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great pool area"

[](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-University-Park-Inn-Suites.h51136.Hotel-Information)

![Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10569100/10569032/e290a3cb_y.jpg)

### Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was clean, and staff was very friendly "

[](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites-Ames-Near-ISU-Campus.h10569032.Hotel-Information)

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### SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very nice and welcoming, room was clean, it was quiet."

[](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-By-Marriott-Ames.h59855184.Hotel-Information)

![Wildwood Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7600000/7599000/7598985/c7d37989_y.jpg)

### Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was courteous and friendly, the room as clean and comfortable"

[](https://expedia.com/Des-Moines-Hotels-Wildwood-Lodge.h7598985.Hotel-Information)

![Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48260000/48251500/48251406/b9f3330e_y.jpg)

### Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent

"Great Rooms, pool and awesome breakfast"

[](https://expedia.com/Des-Moines-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Des-Moines-At-Drake-University.h48251406.Hotel-Information)

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### Spark by Hilton Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, courteous staff"

[](https://expedia.com/Ames-Hotels-Spark-By-Hilton-Ames.h578005.Hotel-Information)

## Price trends for hotels in Story County

| Less expensive | More expensive | Next month |
| -------------- | -------------- | ---------- |
| February       | September      | $84        |

| Month     | Price |
| --------- | ----- |
| January   | $92   |
| February  | $81   |
| March     | $84   |
| April     | $108  |
| May       | $124  |
| June      | $112  |
| July      | $120  |
| August    | $127  |
| September | $157  |
| October   | $141  |
| November  | $126  |
| December  | $92   |

Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Story County. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

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