𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Story City (2026)

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by seating areas and windows.

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

1. Comfort Inn Story City

Story City

keith

S$127

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A sign for the Americas Best Value Inn, indicating the name and branding of the hotel.

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a red sofa, a round table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a trash bin.

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, a bar area with stools, and a red chair.

A room with a wooden floor, a red chair, a kitchen area with a refrigerator, and a window with a view of buildings.

2. Americas Best Value Inn Story City

Story City

Marvin

S$79

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A dining area with a glass table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A residential driveway with a lawn, trees, and a house in the background.

A living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a glass coffee table.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a green sofa, a patterned armchair, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with a view of greenery.

3. Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast

Ames

Ryan

S$128

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A reception desk with a Holiday Inn Express sign, a nameplate, and a computer.

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a sign that reads 'MUST HAVE COFFEE - EXPRESS'.

A breakfast bar with cereal and fruit options, a kettle, and condiments.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

Ames

Nalee

S$151

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the poolside area, including seating and a wall with a motivational quote.

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

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

Ames

Maddox

S$141

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the outdoors, surrounded by chairs and tables.

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.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Ames

Joan

S$139

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

Ames

Judith

S$145

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 reception area with a wooden reception desk, a brown chair, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, and a TV.

8. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

Ames

Jessica

S$139

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A snack display area with shelves stocked with various treats.

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

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Ames

Dana

S$141

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

10. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Rachelle

S$130

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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 modern hotel room with a central seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

11. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ames

Jeffrey

S$129

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows with views, and a tiled floor.

12. Spark by Hilton Ames

Ames

Michaella

S$128

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

Ames

Debra

S$151

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a wall-mounted sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

14. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Ames

Melissa

S$121

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar seating, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and a red sofa.

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar area, and seating.

15. Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Ames

Melissa

S$145

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-level indoor pool area with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden walls, stone accents, and framed pictures on the walls.

A hotel named "Quality Inn & Suites" with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a kitchenette with cabinets and a microwave.

16. Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

Ames

Alexis R

S$96

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sign reading "Be our Guest," and a "WELCOME" sign.

17. Iowa House

Ames

Kristin

S$170

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 Country Inn & Suites hotel with a large parking lot, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit entrance.

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

Ames

Brandy

S$102

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

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

19. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Ames

Kristin

S$130

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

20. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Ames

Douglas

S$95

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Learn more about Story City

The vintage carousel at Story City Park delights visitors of all ages with hand-carved animals and charming music. Discover local history at the Story City Historical Society Museum, then enjoy homemade treats at one of the family-owned bakeries city centre.

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Top Story City Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Ames

10/10 Excellent

"This was our first stay here and we will be back. We were very pleased with the room and the place itself. The location was perfect for us On a future stay, we might ask ask for a bit more distance between ourselves and the front area as that got a bit noisy at times but it wasn't intolerable."

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and very clean"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Everything is always so nice and clean along with quick check in service"

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

8/10 Good

"Clean, comfortable and easy access to events."

Park Inn by Radisson, Ames

8/10 Good

"Musty room smell, little bit of mold in the bathtub. Nice and helpful staff. Very limited breakfast food. Very much just an okay stay."

Super 8 by Wyndham Story City

8/10 Good

"The ac did not work but they were very helpful and quick to get us another room."

Comfort Inn Story City

10/10 Excellent

"A"

American Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Older hotel but clean with a friendly staff. Restaurant connected to hotel was nice. Would stay again."

More cheap stays in Story City

Sonesta Essential Ames

1400 S Dayton Place Ames IA

S$90

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

2216 Se 16th St Ames IA

S$95

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

2605 Se 16th St Ames IA

S$102

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

1310 Dickinson Avenue Ames IA

S$121

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2500 University Blvd. Ames IA

S$130

2 Nov - 3 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

603 South 16th Street Ames IA

S$130

5 Nov - 6 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Story City?

Based on our traveller data, Comfort Inn Story City is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good options for your trip include Americas Best Value Inn Story City and Super 8 by Wyndham Story City. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Story City.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Story City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Story City.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Story City?

Comfort Inn Story City is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Story City.

What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Story City?

Comfort Inn Story City is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers an indoor pool and a fitness centre for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet include Americas Best Value Inn Story City and Super 8 by Wyndham Story City. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Story City.

What is staying in Story City like?

Visitors to Story City will definitely enjoy the restaurants. Tourists can also enjoy the city's sporting events, shopping and university setting. In Story City, there are 4 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Story City.

What are the top places to visit in Story City?

A favourite place to visit is Story City Carousel. You'll also find Main Street Cultural District and Hilton Coliseum in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Story City guide.

What's the weather like in Story City?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -3°C. The snowiest months in Story City are January, March, February and November, with each month seeing an average of 18 cm of snowfall.

Story City Hotels from S$79

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Our top choices for Story City hotels

1. Comfort Inn Story City

2. Americas Best Value Inn Story City

3. Loya's Little House Bed & Breakfast

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

6. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

8. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

10. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

11. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

12. Spark by Hilton Ames

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

14. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

15. Hilton Garden Inn Ames

16. Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

17. Iowa House

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

19. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

20. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Learn more about Story City

Top Story City Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Park Inn by Radisson, Ames

Super 8 by Wyndham Story City

Comfort Inn Story City

American Inn & Suites

More cheap stays in Story City

Sonesta Essential Ames

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

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