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The Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Ames

Ames, Iowa is a fantastic city to visit for a weekend getaway, and finding the right hotel can make your trip even more enjoyable. Whether you're traveling as a couple, a family, or solo, we've analyzed all of the hotels in the area to help you decide where to stay for a weekend in Ames. There are many affordable options for a hotel here, from cozy bed and breakfasts to large chain hotels. When considering where to stay in Ames for your long weekend escape, make sure to look for amenities that will help you relax and unwind, such as a fitness center, spa, or pool. And don't forget to consider location - finding a hotel near restaurants and other things to do can make your stay much more enjoyable. Ames is a great city for sightseeing, and there are plenty of things to do for families or couples during a weekend escape, including museums or outdoor activities which are perfect for a 2-day or 3-day trip. So if you're looking for a weekend getaway in Ames, one of these wonderful hotels will help you take advantage of everything on offer.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $115 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Weekend Getaway Hotel
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Pets allowed
  • Heated pool
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Located at 1523 South Dayton Avenue, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames has great rooms from $115 (before taxes). It offers room service, a fitness center, rooms with kitchenettes, laundry services, and a free breakfast. It has a terrific 9.30 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 2.4 miles from the city center, visitors will especially love pet-friendly rooms, a hot tub, an indoor pool, free parking, and laundry facilities at this convenient hotel. It's always nice to have a kitchenette to cook some basic meals or have an easy breakfast.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Free breakfast
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Fitness center
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Heated pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $90 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Terrific Hotel for a Long Weekend in Ames
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Pets allowed
  • Heated pool
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A great place to stay is Gateway Hotel and Conference Center which has nice rooms starting at $90. Offering room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, a bar, and laundry services, it also has a great guest rating of 8.70 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 2100 Green Hills Drive. This fun hotel is also nice because it offers pet-friendly rooms, a hot tub, an indoor pool, free parking, and laundry facilities which weekend visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 2.6 miles from the city center. After a busy day, the heated pool is a nice place to unwind. It's also less than the average price for weekend trip hotels, so it's a great value.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Courtyard by Marriott Ames

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $124 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Escape
  • Heated pool
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We found Courtyard by Marriott Ames to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $124. We loved that is has a restaurant, a fitness center, a bar, parking, and laundry services, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.50 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 311 South 17th Street. You'll also find an indoor pool, laundry facilities, bicycle rental, a heated pool, and air-conditioning which weekend travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 2 miles from the center of town. Having the delicious restaurant in the hotel is an added bonus.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Parking
  • Indoor pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Heated pool
  • Microwave
  • Saltwater pool
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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $100 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Nice Option for a Weekend Retreat
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Pets allowed
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With terrific rooms from $100, Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites, at 2500 University Boulevard provides a fitness center, golf, pet-friendly rooms, a hot tub, and an indoor pool. Its terrific guest rating is 8.50 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Travelers will really like this relaxing hotel which also offers free parking, laundry facilities, family rooms, air-conditioning, and a 24-hour desk. It's located just 2.6 miles from the city center, too. Everyone loves a nice indoor pool, and the one here does not disappoint! It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Fitness center
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Iowa House

Inn with prices starting at $104 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect Hotel for a 3-day trip in Ames
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
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Iowa House has a great guest rating of 9.40 out of 10, and offers a hot tub, a game room, free parking, an indoor play area, and family rooms. The great rooms here start at $104 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at 405 Hayward Avenue. Furthermore, it also offers air-conditioning, a microwave, a refrigerator, outdoor dining areas, and private parking, which is nice for visitors. Just 2 miles from the city center, this terrific hotel is a terrific choice. Everyone loves a good hot tub, and this one is really nice. We found the price of this hotel to be a great value because the price is less than average for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Hot tub
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Game room
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Also, take a look at the weekend trip hotels in nearby destinations: Des Moines, West Des Moines, and Ames.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Ames, make sure you also see Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Ames, Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Ames, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Ames, Best Hotels for One Week in Ames, Best Hotels for One Night in Ames, or Best Business Hotels in Ames.


How much do hotels for a weekend visit cost in Ames?

Ames Average Weekend Trip Hotel Price
$107

Travelers to Ames, Iowa will have a large number of terrific weekend trip accommodation options with a variety of great prices. The price of weekend trip hotels here can vary by amenities, dates, and the neighborhood. Based on thorough data from 5 weekend trip hotels, their average price is a very reasonable $107. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Ames.

The average prices of our suggested weekend trip hotels by star rating:

  • 3-star hotels: $107


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