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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Iowa State University

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Welcome to our hotel, where guests can check in under a covered entrance with a wide driveway.
Two spacious beds with white linens and bedside tables offer a comfortable retreat.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a high ceiling with exposed beams, a central seating area and a reception desk.
Relax in a stylish outdoor seating area with wicker sofas and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a curved desk and vintage lighting fixtures.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
The current price is €110
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 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
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 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)

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
2500 University Blvd., Ames, IA, 50010

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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Park - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seasons Marketplace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pancheros Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Hotel near Iowa State University
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and laundry facilities at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a lift and 1 meeting room
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 87 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free Internet access and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Partially open bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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)
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Best Western Ames
Ames Best Western
BEST WESTERN PLUS University Park Inn & Suites Ames, Iowa
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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. The property will be renovating the swimming pool from December 12 2024 until October 1 2025 (completion date subject to change).

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites?

As of 20 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites on 21 Jul 2025 start from €109.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites located?

Situated in Ames, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Christofferson Park and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Iowa State University. Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

This place was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

It was very comfortable and homey, the staff was very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Decent place to stay in Ames
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great overnight stay, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very relaxing. Staff vey nice and informative. Breakfast nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Clean and quiet. Typical, basic room and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Everything was great specially hotel frontesk people.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

I had a nice size room and great stay. Breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Nice hotel, safe and relatively quiet, would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Overall good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Hallways need some refreshing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10

The property was quiet, and closed to the college campus
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

We attended a wedding and the hotel was really close to the wedding reception. Breakfast was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

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

10/10

Nice place for price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Everyone was very friendly and the room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

My stay was extremely comfortable and the Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

n/a
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Overall, it was a great property. The rooms were spacious and clean, and I liked how quiet the room was, overall. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Quiet and clean, great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

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

10/10

Very nice place, friendly staff, a convenience store with a great deli next door, sells beer. Everything was nice and new rooms were in terrific condition.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

We stay at this hotel often and always have a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024