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Our top choices for Iowa State Center hotels

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Iowa House

Iowa House

Iowa House
3.0 star property
1.3 km from Iowa State Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (818)
"Nice and clean room, very friendly staffs, and great breakfast!"
United States
Xiaoyu
Iowa House
Living area
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Iowa State Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1202)
"Friendly staff and nice room"
United States
William
The price is P4,714
P5,279 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Iowa State Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (286)
"Clean rooms with excellent staff service despite not having the bistro open"
United States
Kristin
The price is P5,591
P6,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
2 km from Iowa State Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (993)
"Very clean and close to where we wanted to visit. "
United States
Nancy
The price is P4,802
P5,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Exterior
Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Iowa State Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22)
"Very nice, big room. Staff was amazingly courteous!"
United States
Bonnie
The price is P4,293
P4,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Spark by Hilton Ames
Exterior
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Iowa State Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Staff was very courteous and very clean room."
United States
Scott
The price is P4,591
P5,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Exterior
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Iowa State Center
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Large rooms."
United States
Cara
The price is P4,078
P4,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Iowa State Center
6.2 out of 10, (939)
"Clean room,friendly staff "
United States
Brad
The price is P3,825
P4,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
Property amenity
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
4.2 km from Iowa State Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (542)
"Excellent facilities and staff."
United States
brent
The price is P4,943
P5,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Iowa State Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (565)
"Room was very clean and the food was better than I’ve had from other hotels. "
United States
LouAnn
The price is P5,405
P6,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
4.5 km from Iowa State Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"The rooms are always clean and the staff is always so nice and welcoming! We love staying here when we come to Ames. "
Canada
Sarah
The price is P5,065
P5,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames
BBQ/picnic area
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Iowa State Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (270)
"Great staff, clean rooms!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P6,412
P7,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
3.9 km from Iowa State Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Always a wonderful stay"
United States
Diane K
The price is P3,634
P4,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Lobby
Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames
3.0 star property
3.8 km from Iowa State Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (845)
"Very clean and nice amenities . Excellent restaurant and the hotel was so nicely decorated for Xmas "
United States
Laura
The price is P5,392
P6,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
Restaurant
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
3.0 star property
4.4 km from Iowa State Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (89)
"Very clean rooms, friendly staff, great Breakfast🤗"
United States
Sandy
The price is P5,471
P6,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
Lobby sitting area
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Iowa State Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (430)
"wonderful staff and amenities ,clean, easy access to the rest of the area."
United States
Clark
The price is P4,941
P5,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG
2.5 star property
5 km from Iowa State Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (414)
"Clean quiet hotel"
United States
Mark
The price is P5,529
P6,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG
Indoor pool
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Iowa State Center
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Yes yes very nice day will stay there again"
United States
Doss
The price is P4,059
P4,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
Exterior
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Iowa State Center
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Friendly staff and a heated pool"
United States
Catelyn
The price is P4,952
P5,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Exterior
Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
2.0 star property
4.7 km from Iowa State Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"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"
United States
Soechun
The price is P3,602
P4,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Sonesta Essential Ames
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Top Iowa State Center Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

10/10 Excellent
"We enjoy our stay here alwaysss! We stay a handful of times or just stop in and pay to swim! Always friendly and very clean! "
Kylie 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Hotels near other Iowa State Center attractions

Brunnier Art Museum showing a garden

Brunnier Art Museum

4.0/5 (2 reviews)
Be inspired by the decorative art exhibits at this university museum in central Iowa, where small-town America meets global culture.
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Farm House Museum showing a house

Farm House Museum

Discover the history of Iowa State University and the surrounding area of Ames at this museum and historic landmark right on campus.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Iowa State Center?
Iowa State Center is located in an area of Ames that travelers like for its sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 17 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Iowa State Center?
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Iowa State Center. Other good options within 5 miles include Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus and Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites.
How many hotels are there near Iowa State Center?
Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Iowa State Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Iowa State Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Iowa State Center.
What can I see and do near Iowa State Center?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Farm House Museum and Brunnier Art Museum. Hilton Coliseum, Jack Trice Stadium, and Veenker Memorial Golf Course are worth a stop while you're in the area. Stephens Auditorium and Reiman Gardens are both worth a visit while you're checking out the area.