Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Hotel with free breakfast, near Iowa State University

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Nestled near Iowa State University and Jack Trice Stadium, Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a relaxing spa tub. Unwind by the lobby fireplace or get energized at the gym, while appreciating helpful staff and convenient amenities like free WiFi, an indoor pool with umbrellas, laundry facilities, self parking.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Pool
Pet-friendly
Gym
Laundry

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sept 21 - Sept 22

Tomorrow

Sept 22 - Sept 23

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Shower/bath combination

29 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Shower/bath combination

29 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Sofa bed

Premium bedding

Shower/bath combination

29 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Sofa bed - double

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

29 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Shower/bath combination

Hairdryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Premium bedding

Sofa bed - double

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

29 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Premium bedding

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

29 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

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

‪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

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, along with pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and luggage storage
Smoke-free property, ATM/banking services and a lift
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:

Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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

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

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

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

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)

Property is also known as

Best Western Plus University

Plus University Park & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Ames

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Best Western Plus University Park Inn Ames

Best Western University Park

Best Western Ames

Ames Best Western

BEST WESTERN PLUS University Park Inn & Suites Ames, Iowa

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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites Hotel

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites Hotel Ames

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 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$188.77, 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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).