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Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Courtyard by Marriott Ames
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Main Street Cultural District
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 P5,589
P6,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Iowa House

Iowa House

Iowa House
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Main Street Cultural District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (818)
"Nice and clean room, very friendly staffs, and great breakfast!"
United States
Xiaoyu
Iowa House
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
1.8 km from Main Street Cultural District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (992)
"Very clean and close to where we wanted to visit. "
United States
Nancy
The price is P4,794
P5,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Property amenity
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
2.5 star property
2.9 km from Main Street Cultural District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (541)
"Excellent facilities and staff."
United States
brent
The price is P5,471
P6,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
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Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (562)
"Very nice clean hotel. "
United States
Shawn
The price is P5,444
P6,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 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
3.1 km from Main Street Cultural District
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 P5,058
P5,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 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
2.9 km from Main Street Cultural District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (268)
"Wonderful place to stay "
United States
Lisa
The price is P6,815
P7,632 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.5 star property
2 km from Main Street Cultural District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Large rooms."
United States
Cara
The price is P4,071
P4,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Restaurant
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
3.0 star property
3 km from Main Street Cultural District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (89)
"Very clean rooms, friendly staff, great Breakfast🤗"
United States
Sandy
The price is P5,443
P6,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
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
3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (412)
"Great room and friendly staff"
United States
Brandi
The price is P4,994
P5,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Holiday Inn Express & 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
3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (427)
"wonderful staff and amenities ,clean, easy access to the rest of the area."
United States
Clark
The price is P4,935
P5,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames
Restaurant
Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District
7.0 out of 10, Good, (461)
"Friendly staff, easy check in"
United States
Michelle
The price is P3,851
P4,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus
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
0.6 km from Main Street Cultural District
6.2 out of 10, (939)
"Clean room,friendly staff "
United States
Brad
The price is P3,760
P4,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Days Inn by Wyndham Ames
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
3.4 km from Main Street Cultural District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1200)
"Hotel was very clean. The bed wasn't the most comfortable but overall, everything was great!"
United States
April
The price is P4,712
P5,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
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Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames
3.0 star property
3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22)
"Clean room nice staff. We would stay again in the future "
United States
Beverly
The price is P3,806
P4,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Spark by Hilton Ames
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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
3.3 km from Main Street Cultural District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Staff was very courteous and very clean room."
United States
Scott
The price is P4,188
P4,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Indoor pool
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Yes yes very nice day will stay there again"
United States
Doss
The price is P4,054
P4,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
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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
3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Friendly staff and a heated pool"
United States
Catelyn
The price is P4,944
P5,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
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
5.7 km from Main Street Cultural District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"A nice quiet stay"
United States
Scott
The price is P3,668
P4,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 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
5.6 km from Main Street Cultural District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (843)
"Great stay"
United States
DHANYA
The price is P4,931
P5,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
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Top Main Street Cultural District Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, nice lobby area, being close to everything in Ames, nice highway accessibility!!!"
Jenny 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Hotels near other Main Street Cultural District attractions

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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Octagon Center for the Arts

3.6/5 (9 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Octagon Center for the Arts in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football game or basketball game.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Main Street Cultural District?
Main Street Cultural District is located in Ames. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 26 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Main Street Cultural District?
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 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Main Street Cultural District. Other good choices within 5 miles include Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus and SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Main Street Cultural District?
Expedia has 26 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Main Street Cultural District.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Main Street Cultural District, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Main Street Cultural District.
What can I see and do near Main Street Cultural District?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Farm House Museum and Brunnier Art Museum. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Hilton Coliseum, Jack Trice Stadium, or Veenker Memorial Golf Course. Iowa State Center and Stephens Auditorium are some sights worth a visit in the area.