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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel near Iowa State University in Ames

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2500 University Blvd., Ames, IA, 50010
  • Place, Reiman Gardens
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪3 min drive‬

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ames

In Ames .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Christofferson Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Iowa State University with a stay here. Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Reiman Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Iowa State University - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wasabi - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stomping Grounds Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dublin Bay Irish Pub & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgie's Coffee & Tea Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Provisions Lot F - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Hotel near Iowa State University in Ames
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites. Self parking is free.

This Ames hotel is smoke free.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites offers 87 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 5:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from December 12 2024 to October 1 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 556 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1006 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

COLBY, Aurora

Id rather not
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very comfortable and homey, the staff was very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Albany

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing. Staff vey nice and informative. Breakfast nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maycie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimber

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceeded expectations

We stopped here last minute on a road trip and it was the nicest hotel of our 6 days!! Pool, Hot Tub, clean room, clean bathroom, all the amenities we needed. We were so impressed and it was affordable too. Would definitely stay there again and will be looking for Best Western Plus on more trips.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Travelled with family
First room we checked in had dirty towels hanging on the door, toilet was running when we walked in. Went back to front desk and the staff was less then apologetic and said she would come get the towels! I was like how do I know the room was cleaned??
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashraf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent place to stay in Ames
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a great place! Super friendly and welcoming. The breakfast was better than what’s typical. Families all looked so happy!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, very quiet, and excellent part of town right by Iowa State. The only downside is it’s a really big place, so you may have to walk far to get from your room to breakfast or the pool. It could use another elevator in the farther hall. But the pool and hot tub were nice, breakfast was okay, and I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Their continental breakfast is good. Rooms were clean. The only thing that i didnt like about the hotel was the television. Not very many selections and the channels came in like they were from the seventies. Not clear at all. Also no guide so no way to tell what the channels were until you clicked through them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Viengmanivone

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Our room had no bedsheets, the pillows have stains. The sink was plugged up. There was like burn mark on the mattress cover, like someone had smoked in it. The upstairs room was loud, and you can hear both rooms next doors. You can hear every door slammed. I am not impressed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady at the desk was a bit short when we checked in but everything else was good on this visit. Close to everything we needed and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Roscoe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Typical, basic room and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Umang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great specially hotel frontesk people.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025