The Best Hotels Closest to Main Street Cultural District in Ames - 2026 Updated Prices

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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.

1. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

3.1 km from Main Street Cultural District

Maddox

฿3,700

฿4,144 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 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.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Michelle

฿3,294

฿3,689 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

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

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

2.9 km from Main Street Cultural District

Judith

฿3,381

฿3,787 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Darci

฿3,528

฿3,951 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

5. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

2.9 km from Main Street Cultural District

Debra

฿3,950

฿4,424 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

6. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

1.8 km from Main Street Cultural District

Rachelle

฿3,215

฿3,600 total

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

7. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Victor

฿3,381

฿3,786 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Stephen

฿3,376

฿3,781 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

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'.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Nalee

฿3,376

฿4,093 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a sign indicating no lifeguard on duty.

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.

10. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Deborah

฿3,277

฿3,670 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

A restaurant with wooden walls and a green patterned floor. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

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

3.2 km from Main Street Cultural District

Alexis R

฿2,512

฿2,813 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a sign indicating the entrance.

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.

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

0.6 km from Main Street Cultural District

Karen

฿2,745

฿3,074 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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.

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

13. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.4 km from Main Street Cultural District

Lisa

฿3,284

฿3,678 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

14. Spark by Hilton Ames

3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District

Michaella

฿2,988

฿3,346 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

15. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

5.7 km from Main Street Cultural District

Melissa

฿2,959

฿3,314 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

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

16. Comfort Inn Story City

18.1 km from Main Street Cultural District

keith

฿3,073

฿3,441 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

17. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District

Jonathan

฿2,686

฿3,008 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

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

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

18. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

3.3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Mandy

฿3,163

฿3,542 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

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

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

3.5 km from Main Street Cultural District

Brandy

฿2,678

฿2,999 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

20. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

3.3 km from Main Street Cultural District

Douglas

฿2,561

฿2,868 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Main Street Cultural District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames	9.6 Exceptional 90 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames	9.4 Exceptional 628 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames	9.4 Exceptional 655 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Ames	9.2 Wonderful 335 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames	9.2 Wonderful 309 reviews	View

Top Main Street Cultural District Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Clean quiet nice rooms breakfast in am"

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel with very nice lounge!"

Spark by Hilton Ames

8/10 Good

"My room was relatively clean, but counters hadn’t been wiped between previous person and me. The rest of the room was fine…very soft pillows, comfortable bed, nice towels. Internet was sketchy, tv kept freezing. Staff was very friendly. They do sell some snacks and medications, grossly overpriced. But, convenience usually is."

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

10/10 Excellent

"staff very friendly and helpful"

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The staff does not dress professionally, but don't let that fool you. They do a great job."

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful beds, good breakfast with good options and clean common areas as well as the rooms. I would stay again!"

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms and friendly staff. The breakfast could have been better by having fresh fruit and biscuits and gravy."

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, comfortable bed. No hand soap in the room. Mirrors were awful to put on makeup! Breakfast was a joke, waffle maker wasn’t turned on so cold cereal, yogurt or packaged muffins. Smelly pizza box was in the hallway for two days!! Outside garbage was overflowing!! Don’t like kiosk check in!"

Other attractions near Main Street Cultural District

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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Octagon Center for the Arts

7.2/10 (12 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Octagon Center for the Arts during your stay in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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Cinemark Ames Movies 12

You can take time to visit Cinemark Ames Movies 12 during your travels to Ames. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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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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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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Iowa State Center

9.4/10 (114 reviews)

After visiting Iowa State Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Main Street Cultural District?

Main Street Cultural District is located in Ames. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 31 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Main Street Cultural District?

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Main Street Cultural District. Other good choices within 5 miles include Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University and Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Main Street Cultural District?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Main Street Cultural District.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Main Street Cultural District, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Main Street Cultural District.

What can I see and do near Main Street Cultural District?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Farm House Museum and Brunnier Art Museum. Create some family memories at Octagon Center for the Arts and Furman Aquatic Center. If you've got some time to explore the area around Main Street Cultural District, you may want to make a stop by Hilton Coliseum, Jack Trice Stadium and Veenker Memorial Golf Course.

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Our top choices for Main Street Cultural District hotels

1. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

4. Courtyard by Marriott Ames

5. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

6. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

7. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

10. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

13. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

14. Spark by Hilton Ames

15. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

16. Comfort Inn Story City

17. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

18. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

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

20. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

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Top Main Street Cultural District Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Ames

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Spark by Hilton Ames

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Days Inn by Wyndham Ames

Other attractions near Main Street Cultural District

Brunnier Art Museum

Octagon Center for the Arts

Cinemark Ames Movies 12

Hilton Coliseum

Furman Aquatic Center

Iowa State Center

Stephens Auditorium

Jack Trice Stadium

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