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

A snack display area with shelves stocked with various treats.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

11.1 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Michelle

฿3,239

฿3,628 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining space, and a large window providing natural light.

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

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

11 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Judith

฿3,330

฿3,729 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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

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.

3. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

11.5 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Mary Kay

฿3,229

฿3,617 total

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 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.

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

4. Spark by Hilton Ames

11.1 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Michaella

฿3,077

฿3,446 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton," and a fruit display.

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

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

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

11.3 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Selena M

฿3,239

฿3,628 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A swimming pool with a 4' 12" depth, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

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.

6. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

11.6 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Mary

฿3,285

฿3,679 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

7. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

11.3 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Craig

฿2,978

฿3,335 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

8. Iowa House

13.6 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

ted

฿3,866

฿4,330 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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.

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

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

9. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

11.3 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Maureen

฿3,470

฿3,886 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 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 hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, and a TV.

A Staybridge Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a central entrance.

10. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

11.3 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Victor

฿3,391

฿3,797 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

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 large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

14.2 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Stacey

฿2,910

฿3,259 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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

A restaurant with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a high ceiling with fans.

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

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

12. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

11.1 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Jonathan

฿3,081

฿3,451 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

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

A breakfast station with a flat-top griddle, a coffee machine, and a sign directing to the daily grind.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

14 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Nalee

฿3,786

฿4,563 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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.

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

11.2 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Debra

฿3,884

฿4,350 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

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

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.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

11.1 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Stephen

฿3,325

฿3,724 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

A coffee station with branded dispensers and a coffee machine, a wall-mounted sign, and a large abstract painting.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

19.5 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Christopher

฿2,798

฿3,134 total

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

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

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

11.1 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Melanie E

฿2,630

฿2,946 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

18. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

11.1 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Douglas

฿2,518

฿2,820 total

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.

19. Sonesta Essential Ames

11.3 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

William

฿2,127

฿2,382 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

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

20. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

11.3 km from Christiansen Forest Reserve

Deborah

฿3,223

฿3,609 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Christiansen Forest Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames	9.4 Exceptional 622 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames	9.4 Exceptional 644 reviews	View
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University	9.2 Wonderful 1,382 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Ames	9.2 Wonderful 131 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames	9.6 Exceptional 79 reviews	View

Top Christiansen Forest Reserve Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and perhaps priced below what it should be"

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Quiet room."

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff and comfy beds!"

Sonesta Essential Ames

8/10 Good

"Great location"

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"As advertised"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Christiansen Forest Reserve?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Christiansen Forest Reserve, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Christiansen Forest Reserve?

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. You'll find it 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Christiansen Forest Reserve. Other good options around the area include Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites and Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Christiansen Forest Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Christiansen Forest Reserve.

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Our top choices for Christiansen Forest Reserve hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

3. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

4. Spark by Hilton Ames

5. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

6. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

7. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8. Iowa House

9. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

10. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

12. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

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

18. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

19. Sonesta Essential Ames

20. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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Top Christiansen Forest Reserve Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Other attractions near Christiansen Forest Reserve

Centennial Park

Berhow Park

Huxley Library

Nordkalsem Park

Memorial Park

Railroad Park

Trailhead Park and Arboretum

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