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A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee and tea stations, and a decorative sign.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large clock on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, a TV mounted on the wall, and a skylight.

A two-story brick house with a gabled roof, a front entrance with a door, and a small porch with potted plants.

1. Iowa House

1.3 km from Iowa State Center

ted

S$167

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

A lobby with a large banner of Iowa State University Central Campus, seating area with sofas and tables, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A hallway with a red carpet leading to a restaurant named "The Iowa Stater Restaurant."

2. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

2.2 km from Iowa State Center

Myleah

S$129

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A lobby with a stone fireplace, orange and gray seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A self-service kiosk area with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a floral arrangement on a counter.

3. Spark by Hilton Ames

2.5 km from Iowa State Center

Michaella

S$127

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a prominent 'Courtyard by Marriott' sign.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and benches.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the city.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, a large flat-screen TV mounted above the counter, and a well-lit interior.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

2.4 km from Iowa State Center

Darci

S$162

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A lobby with blue armchairs, a wooden table, and a brick wall.

A lobby with a fireplace, green and blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a wall-mounted lamp.

5. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

2 km from Iowa State Center

Mary

S$131

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a dining area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a rack of dumbbells.

6. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.3 km from Iowa State Center

Craig

S$141

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A lobby with a fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a lamp and a table.

A GrandStay hotel with a central entrance, columns, and a parking area.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchair, and a desk with a printer.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and large windows.

7. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.6 km from Iowa State Center

Meera

S$139

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and three wall-mounted pictures depicting outdoor scenes.

A reception area with a NexTap self-service kiosk, a reception desk, a computer, and a seating area with a plant.

A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, a counter, a blue-lit podium, a wooden bench, a sofa, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a blue accent wall. There are several hanging pendant lights, a refrigerator, and a sink.

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

2.1 km from Iowa State Center

Luis

S$100

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, a display of baked goods, and a counter with various kitchen appliances.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by wooden chairs and tables, and a wall with a motivational quote.

9. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

4.5 km from Iowa State Center

Selena M

S$147

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern dining area with a long table, patterned chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a large TV screen, and a staircase.

A hotel reception area with a counter, framed pictures, and a vending machine.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a stone facade, a large illuminated sign, and a number 2100 displayed above the entrance.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

4.6 km from Iowa State Center

Michelle

S$140

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

An outdoor seating area with stone walls, a fire pit, and modern furniture.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden cabinetry, a self-service beverage station, and a staircase leading to another level.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a large artwork on the wall.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

4.2 km from Iowa State Center

Judith

S$144

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and a grill.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a view of the outside.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Towneplace Suites by Marriott".

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, and a bar area with stools.

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

4.3 km from Iowa State Center

Debra

S$168

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, red chairs, a coffee table, two lamps, framed pictures on the wall, and a patterned rug.

A hotel corridor with a Coca-Cola vending machine and a water dispenser.

A buffet setup with various food items and a 'RISE & SHINE' sign on the wall.

13. Comfort Inn Story City

19 km from Iowa State Center

S$132

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a diving board, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central seating area, a television screen, and a kitchen area in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a sofa, and a chair.

14. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

4.4 km from Iowa State Center

Victor

S$138

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and illuminated signage.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a lounge area with chairs, and a view of the outside through patterned windows.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

5 km from Iowa State Center

Nalee

S$169

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A lobby with a blue sofa, a round table, and a leather chair.

A breakfast buffet area with a microwave, hot beverages, and various food items.

A reception area with a coffee machine, a digital display, and a wall-mounted sign.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth lines, and safety signs.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

4.6 km from Iowa State Center

Stephen

S$144

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a television, and a microwave.

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and a view through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a wooden staircase, and a blue mat with "American Inn" text.

17. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

4.9 km from Iowa State Center

Jonathan

S$115

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large clock on the wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by tiled walls and wooden beams.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a television.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

4.9 km from Iowa State Center

Melanie E

S$114

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

4.7 km from Iowa State Center

Douglas

S$109

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

A Sonesta Essential Hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a mirror.

20. Sonesta Essential Ames

4.7 km from Iowa State Center

Jeanne

S$99

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Iowa State Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Iowa House	9.6 Exceptional 873 reviews	View
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University	9.2 Wonderful 1,365 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Ames	9.2 Wonderful 128 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Ames	9.2 Wonderful 334 reviews	View
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Iowa State Center Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Staff was helpful with recommendations and accommodations. Rooms were clean and well tidy. Pool could use a little more tlc."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet place."

Qube Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast is 6am thur 9am Cereal and pastries. What a joke Coffee is out of a machine Not fresh brew. So your not missing much ,if you miss it. No big deal"

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"I love my stay!! Everyone was so nice and I enjoyed the quality customer service and care!! This my 2nd time staying here btw!! ❤️❤️"

Spark by Hilton Ames

10/10 Excellent

"The bed height was very low!"

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"The pool was warm and the hot tub was hot!"

Sonesta Essential Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Clean a"

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Everything was clean. Staff was mediocre with welcoming. And I wish they provided vending that accepts debit/credit cards instead of cash only. Other than that I had a good stay."

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

10/10 Excellent

"I was very pleased with my stay."

Other attractions near Iowa State Center

A covered walkway with a view of a modern building and a grassy area.

Brunnier Art Museum

8.6/10 (23 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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A house with a porch, columns, a closed door, and a number plaque.

Farm House Museum

9.0/10 (33 reviews)

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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A modern glass building with a metal framework, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and flowers.

Reiman Gardens

9.6/10 (225 reviews)

Walk the grounds of this manicured garden at Iowa State University, dedicated to educating current and future students as to how to grow food and plants.

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A red brick building with a large yellow sign that reads "HOTEL SHELDENHAM."

Main Street Cultural District

9.2/10 (172 reviews)

Eat and shop your way through the cultural center of Ames along a few popular streets notable for their history and bustling atmosphere.

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Stephens Auditorium

9.0/10 (187 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Stephens Auditorium during your stay in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Hilton Coliseum

9.4/10 (263 reviews)

Catch an event at Hilton Coliseum during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Jack Trice Stadium

9.4/10 (327 reviews)

Catch an event at Jack Trice Stadium during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Furman Aquatic Center

8.6/10 (35 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Furman Aquatic Center during your visit to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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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 travellers like for its sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 18 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller 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 Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites and Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus.

How many hotels are there near Iowa State Center?

Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodation options 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, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to 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. Create some family memories at Furman Aquatic Center and Octagon Center for the Arts. Hilton Coliseum, Jack Trice Stadium and Veenker Memorial Golf Course are worth a stop while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Iowa State Center hotels

1. Iowa House

2. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3. Spark by Hilton Ames

4. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

5. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

6. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

7. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

9. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

13. Comfort Inn Story City

14. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

17. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

19. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

20. Sonesta Essential Ames

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Top Iowa State Center Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

Qube Hotel

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Spark by Hilton Ames

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Other attractions near Iowa State Center

Brunnier Art Museum

Farm House Museum

Reiman Gardens

Main Street Cultural District

Stephens Auditorium

Hilton Coliseum

Jack Trice Stadium

Furman Aquatic Center

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