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Cheap Hotels in Ames

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Ames on Hotels.com. These Ames Cheap Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 11, 2026.

1. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

Ames

CNY444

CNY497 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

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

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Ankeny

CNY560

CNY627 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.

3. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Altoona

CNY567

CNY635 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Top landmarks in Ames

A street lined with parked cars, a mural, and various storefronts.

Main Street Cultural District

9.2/10 (172 reviews)

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Main Street Cultural District when in Ames.

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Reiman Gardens

9.6/10 (225 reviews)

Reiman Gardens is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from central Ames, why not stop by during your stay. If you like Reiman Gardens, you'll love Heart of Iowa Nature Trail, just a short drive away.

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Farm House Museum

9.0/10 (33 reviews)

Farm House Museum is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from central Ames, why not stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Ames has to offer, head to Iowa State University, Stephens Auditorium, and Iowa State Center.

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Jack Trice Stadium

9.4/10 (327 reviews)

You can catch an event at Jack Trice Stadium, located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central Ames. If you think Jack Trice Stadium is cool, you also might like Hilton Coliseum, located nearby.

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Stephens Auditorium

9.0/10 (187 reviews)

Stephens Auditorium is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central Ames, why not stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Ames has to offer, head to Iowa State Center, Hilton Coliseum, and Jack Trice Stadium.

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Hilton Coliseum

9.4/10 (263 reviews)

You can catch an event at Hilton Coliseum, located 1.3 mi (2 km) from central Ames. If you think Hilton Coliseum is cool, you also might like Jack Trice Stadium, located nearby.

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Iowa State Center

9.4/10 (114 reviews)

Iowa State Center is worth a visit, located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Ames.

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Furman Aquatic Center

8.6/10 (35 reviews)

If thrills are what you're after, head to Furman Aquatic Center, located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Ames. If you have fun at Furman Aquatic Center, you'll love Octagon Center for the Arts, located nearby.

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