Relax at our hotel in Ames after touring Iowa State University

Whether you’re doing business downtown or cheering on the Cyclones at Iowa State University, the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA offers you comfortable accommodations within easy reach of I-35 and your daily destinations. You can browse specialty shops and buy game-day gear on Main Street, stop and smell the roses at Reiman Gardens, or attend a concert at Stephens Auditorium, all within 10 minutes of the hotel. For family-friendly fun, drive about 30 minutes south to brave the roller coasters or water rides at Adventureland Park. Traveling for work? We’re within a short drive of major area businesses like the US Agricultural Research Services and Ames Laboratory.

On arrival at the hotel, grab a cookie and fresh coffee from our lobby and use free Wi-Fi to touch base with family or the office. If you need to unwind, you can take a refreshing dip in our indoor pool or enjoy the weather on our outdoor patio. In the mornings, keep up with your exercise goals in our fitness center before heading to the dining area for a free, hot breakfast featuring our signature waffles. Need to print out event tickets or fine-tune a presentation? Stop by our well-equipped business center.

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Unwind with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV in our rooms and suites

After a tour of ISU, stretch out on a Serta® Elite pillowtop mattress in your spacious hotel room or suite. You can post pictures of your day using free Wi-Fi and whip up quick snacks using the in-room microwave and fridge. For evening entertainment, watch a favorite show on the flat-screen TV.
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King Bed

  • 1 king
  • 3 adults
Pull off I-35 and relax on a pillowtop mattress in this standard room with free Wi-Fi and a fridge.

2 Queen Beds

  • 2 queen
  • 5 adults
Families traveling together appreciate this standard room with two plush beds, free Wi-Fi, and a fridge for snacks.

Studio Suite-King Bed

  • 1 king
  • 5 adults, 1 child
To unwind after a busy day, ease into this suite’s whirlpool with a drink you’ve chilled in the fridge.

Whirlpool Suite-King Bed

  • 1 king
  • 5 adults
Treat your special someone to a romantic getaway in this suite with a two-person whirlpool and a living area.

1 Bedroom Suite-King Bed

  • 1 king
  • 5 adults
Enjoy separate living and sleeping quarters, plus a sleeper sofa and two TVs, in our spacious one-bedroom suite.

Extended Stay Suite-King Bed

  • 1 king
  • 5 adults
Ideal for longer stays, this apartment-style suite offers a separate living room and a dining area with real dishes.

Extended Stay Suite-2 Queen Beds

  • 2 queen
  • 6 adults
This sizable suite welcomes your entire travel party with a dining area and a living room with a sleeper sofa.

Extended Stay Suite-King Bed-1 Queen Bed

  • 1 queen and 1 king
  • 6 adults
Your group can spread out in this suite, which features upgrades like two TVs, a dining area, and a wet bar.

Plan events with up to 40 guests in our flexible meeting room

Looking for a modern space to host a business seminar or a family reunion? Look no further than our flexible event facilities, which can comfortably accommodate up to 40 guests. To ensure your presentation or party goes off without a hitch, we offer audiovisual equipment and free Wi-Fi. If you’re expecting overnight guests, ask about our spacious and affordable group accommodations.
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Things to do in Ames

In addition to the sports events and live performances available at Iowa State University, Ames offers plenty to keep you busy, from attractions like the Octagon Center for the Arts to more than 60 stores at North Grand Mall. You can spend a day entertaining your kids at Adventureland Park or riding the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad. The Main Street Cultural District is the ideal spot for an afternoon of shopping and dining. Be sure to check out these area favorites during your stay:

Adventureland Park

24.67 mi / 39.7 km from the hotel
Board a roller coaster or a fun family ride at this seasonal amusement park. During the summer, don’t miss Breaker Beach Wavepool and the Caribbean Cruiser lazy river at Adventure Bay water park.

Ames Community Theater (ACTORS, Inc.)

5.07 mi / 8.16 km from the hotel
Catch a play or a musical at this theater that’s been a part of the community since the 1950s.

Blank Park Zoo

33.84 mi / 54.47 km from the hotel
Meet giraffes, African lions, red pandas, sea lions, and more at this 22-acre Des Moines zoological park, home to more than 1,400 inhabitants from over 100 animal species.

Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad

16.59 mi / 26.7 km from the hotel
For a fun family outing, get your tickets for a ride on the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad, which offers seasonal kid-friendly themes as well as romantic dinner rides and picnic excursions.

Iowa Arboretum & Gardens

15.28 mi / 24.6 km from the hotel
Discover the beauty of the Des Moines River Valley at the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens, where you can hike woodland and prairie trails and wander through themed areas like the butterfly garden.

Iowa State University

3.82 mi / 6.15 km from the hotel
Get your cardinal-and-gold gear on before heading to the campus of Iowa State University to cheer on the Cyclones. Tour the gardens and museums while enjoying one of the most beautifully landscaped campuses in the country.
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Where to find the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

2605 SE 16th Street, Ames, Iowa 50010, United States

Located just off I-35, the Country Inn & Suites places you near Ames’ biggest attractions, including the charming downtown area and the bustling ISU campus. For public transportation, CyRide provides 13 local bus routes. If you’re flying into the area, Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is about 40 minutes south.

From Des Moines International Airport

By car:

From the airport, take Fleur Drive and continue straight for 4.5 miles. (The road name will change to Martin Luther King Jr Parkway and then 19th Place). Turn right to take the I-235 E ramp, and drive about six miles before merging onto I-35 N. Drive about 24 miles and then take Exit 111A, keeping left at the fork to merge onto US-30 W. Almost immediately, take Exit 150 and turn right onto S Dayton Avenue. Take the first right onto SE 16th Street. The hotel will be on your left in less than a mile.

From I-35

By car:

From I-35 N, take Exit 111A, keeping left at the fork to merge onto US-30 W. Almost immediately, take Exit 150 and turn right onto S Dayton Avenue. Take the first right onto SE 16th Street. The hotel will be on your left in less than a mile.

From I-35 S, take Exit 111B, keeping left at the fork to merge onto US-30 W. Almost immediately, take Exit 150 and turn right onto S Dayton Avenue. Take the first right onto SE 16th Street. The hotel will be on your left in a little less than a mile.

From US-30

By car:

From US-30 E, take Exit 150 and turn left onto S Dayton Avenue. Cross the overpass and take the first right onto SE 16th Street. The hotel will be on your left in less than a mile.

From US-30 W, take Exit 150 and turn right onto S Dayton Avenue. Take the first right onto SE 16th Street. The hotel will be on your left in less than a mile.

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