Iowa House
405 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Homey hotel set in a restored fraternity house featuring a casual living room, plus free breakfast.
Hotels & Resorts in Ames, Iowa
We list 20 hotels & resorts in Ames ready to host your next corporate event. Each is verified with photos, capacity, and reviews. Submit a single quote request to hear back from up to 3 venues in 24 hours.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames
1523 S Dayton Pl, Ames, IA 50010
Informal studios & apartments in a low-key hotel offering free breakfast, an indoor pool & a gym.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ames
2125 Isaac Newton Dr, Ames, IA 50010
AmericInn by Wyndham Ames
2507 SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
Traditional property offering free breakfast, parking & Wi-Fi, plus an indoor pool.
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
2500 University Blvd, Ames, IA 50010
Informal hotel offering free breakfast, Wi-Fi & parking, plus an indoor pool & a fitness center.
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
2100 SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
Relaxed rooms in roadside hotel offering free breakfast, an indoor pool & a fitness room.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames
1810 SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG
2600 E 13th St, Ames, IA 50010
Contemporary lodging with an indoor pool & a fitness center, plus free WiFi, parking & breakfast.
Comfort Inn & Suites Ames - University Area
603 S 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
Unpretentious hotel offering an indoor pool & an exercise room, plus a lounge & a business center.
Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG
2111 Isaac Newton Dr, Ames, IA 50010
Red Roof Inn Ames
1418 S Dayton Pl, Ames, IA 50010
Spark by Hilton Ames
2609 University Blvd, Ames, IA 50010
Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus
1310 Dickinson Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Low-key rooms & suites in an informal hotel offering free breakfast, plus a gym & an indoor pool.
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Ames
2137 Isaac Newton Dr, SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
Unassuming hotel offering an exercise room, a hot tub & an indoor pool, plus free breakfast & Wi-Fi.
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
311 S 17th St, Ames, IA 50010
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
2605 SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
Warm suites in a relaxed hotel featuring free hot breakfast, plus an indoor pool & an exercise room.
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
1325 Dickinson Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Contemporary hotel with modern rooms & suites, plus an indoor pool, fitness center & a restaurant.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Ames
1606 S Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Homey studios & suites with kitchenettes, plus a pool, a gym & free continental breakfast.
Sonesta Essential Hotels Ames
1400 S Dayton Pl, Ames, IA 50010
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames
2216 SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
Laid-back rooms & suites in a relaxed budget hotel offering a gym & free continental breakfast.
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Meeting-planner FAQs for Ames
Common questions for booking corporate events in Ames, Iowa.
What's the typical capacity range for hotels & resorts in Ames?
None of the 20 hotels & resorts on this page publishes a room capacity yet, so we don't print a range for Ames rather than guess one. Capacity also depends on layout — theater seating fits more than banquet rounds, and a room's largest number is its tightest one. Specify your guest count and event format in your quote and we'll surface the right matches.
Are catering and AV included in hotels & resorts quotes?
It varies. Some Ames hotels & resorts bundle in-house catering, AV, and event staff into the rental. Others operate venue-only and let you bring preferred vendors. Each listing notes its model when claimed; for un-claimed listings, ask in your quote and venues will detail what's included.
What do hotels & resorts in Ames cost?
We don't print one. Not one of the 20 hotels & resorts on this page publishes a rate to us, so any figure here would be invented. Venue pricing moves with the date, the day of the week, the headcount, and whether the room carries a food-and-beverage minimum, so the only real number is the one the venue quotes you. Send your date and guest count and up to 3 Ames venues reply with theirs.
Can I get parking, AV, accessibility, and other logistics info upfront?
Yes — these are standard items in any Ames venue quote. When you submit a quote request, mention any specific needs (wheelchair access, AV requirements, parking for X guests, valet, etc.) and venues will address each in their response.
What's the cancellation policy for hotels & resorts in Ames?
Each venue sets its own, and we hold no contract terms for any of the hotels & resorts on this page, so there is no deposit or refund figure for us to quote. Ask the venue in writing for the deposit amount, the payment schedule, and what is refundable at each point before your date, and get all three before you sign.
Do Ames hotels & resorts accommodate hybrid (in-person + virtual) events?
Most modern Ames hotels & resorts support hybrid setups with built-in livestreaming, dedicated bandwidth, and AV teams. If hybrid is essential to your event, mention it in your quote — venues will confirm AV capacity, bandwidth, and any related tech fees.
Ames at a glance
High-level metrics about Ames for corporate event planning. Sources: US Census, regional CVBs, public visitor reports.
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Other corporate venue types in Ames
Browse Ames venues by type. Each links to a dedicated page with the full venue list.
- Art Galleries 16 venues
- Barns, Farms & Ranches 16 venues
- Restaurants with Private Dining 15 venues
- Aquariums 13 venues
- Photo & Video Studios 13 venues
- Conference Centers 10 venues
- Banquet Halls 10 venues
- Sports Stadiums & Arenas 10 venues
- University & College Rentals 9 venues
- Event Venues 7 venues
- Breweries & Distilleries 7 venues
- Outdoor & Garden Venues 5 venues
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