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Red Roof Inn Ames

2.0 star property
Hotel in Ames with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Super 8 by Wyndham Ames offers a comfortable base near Iowa State University. Guests enjoy amenities like to-go breakfast, free WiFi, self parking, vending machines for snacks, and daily newspapers at no extra cost.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$104
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
1418 S Dayton Place, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Ames Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Main Street Cultural District - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Iowa State University - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 6 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kum & Go - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Park - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Red Roof Inn Ames

Hotel near Iowa State University
Red Roof Inn Ames provides amenities, such as free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 58 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • 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 daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (81 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1982
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD105 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.
Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Super 8 Ames
Super 8 Hotel Ames
Super 8 Ames Hotel
Super Eight Ames
Super 8 Ames Iowa
Ames Super 8
Ames Super Eight
Super 8 Wyndham Ames Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Red Roof Inn Ames pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Roof Inn Ames?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Roof Inn Ames on 17 Nov 2025 start from NZ$104.45, 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.

How much is parking at Red Roof Inn Ames?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Roof Inn Ames?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Red Roof Inn Ames?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Red Roof Inn Ames located?

Situated in Ames, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cinemark Ames Movies 12, Ames Dog Park and Main Street Cultural District. Octagon Center for the Arts is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Reviews

Red Roof Inn Ames Reviews

6.2

6.4

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.0

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 841 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 841 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 220 out of 841 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 151 out of 841 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 138 out of 841 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible good attention from the hotel staff, because the Expedia did a big mistake, I did a reservation for one room and 3 adults, and Expedia gave me one king bed room and didn’t fix this mistake after I called them. Though the hotel manager solve my problem even that the Expedia didn’t care about. Thanks so much Red Roof manager, appreciate your attention and support.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Is good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always likes Super 8.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Inexpensive Stay

inexpensive
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price from Expedia for mobile booking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were nice. Breakfast never happened. Very good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very much a 1-2 star, but we got a room and had a place to sleep so that's all we needed i guess really. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great! Excelent costumer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Place a little rundown, but room was clean, and comfotable and price was right. Staff outstandingly helpful. She went way above and beyond the call of duty to sort out reservation issues for me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not bad for the price

Bed was comfortable, decor was beautiful. Great customer service however there was dust built up on the lamps and behind the doors. Mold was growing above the shower
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
Aaverage
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Randy

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms need to be updated. Constant rattle out side the hotel.

2/10 Terrible

Bruce

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
barely room on handicapped accessible ramp to make corner - Walls were damaged from previous people trying to make the tight turn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the room was filthy, no screen on the window, no elevators and we were on the 3rd floor. You could enter the building without a key. Horrible place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Judy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Do not stay here!

This building needs a complete rebuild! Rooms were old, fridge made horrible noise that kept us up all night. Stained carpet, room smelled horrible! Holes in wall I wouldnt recommend this Super 8 to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BED BUGS

Well I just stayed 11/25 - 11/27 @ Super 8 in Ames. It was a decent stay until I discovered a couple days later that they gave me BED BUGS. I am SO Pissed & Mentally exhausted from the lack of sleep due trying to figure out how I am gonna get rid of the damn things.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Followed reviews for this property. Not at all what expected for a horribly high price. Shower passable, but my 19 yr old grandson Refused to use - went to Hampton for shower (other family members were there). AND he wouldn’t spend 2nd nite either - too warm, soft mattresses. He wouldn’t stay either. Back to the Hampton again!!! Just under $480 for 2 nites - would sure like a refund!!! PATHETIC tiny breakfast room - went out to eat instead!!! NEVER, NEVER AGAIN!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Spencer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disgusted

Apart from the room/hotel being dirty the staff had difficulty speaking English. I could not wash or take a bath as there were no stoppers/plugs for the bath or the sink. The reception did not know what I was talking about even when I showed them the problem. They were from Bangladesh. I should really have my money returned. The only way you can improve this property is to demolish it and rebuild.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When choosing a motel, I don't often go for the cheapest in the area, but this time I didn't expect to spend much time there, and decided to take a chance. I showed up right at the 3:00 check-in time. My room wasn't ready yet, but the desk clerk quickly recognized that walking and stairs aren't the easiest thing for me. She called housekeeping to have them get a room ready on the lower level (fewer stairs) and near the entrance (less walking). I asked whether I could leave some things in the room, and she asked me to put them in a room by the office. She checked my ID and took my Credit Card. She handed me the car-info form, and indicated a small table where I could sit to fill it out. I did so, and went to get the cooler I didn't want left in the car. It was heavy and awkward, and as she saw me coming through the door, she rushed out to take it from me, promising to keep it safe until my return. I left to visit friends. During dinner, I got a call letting me know I had neglected to retrieve my credit card, and that she would hold it for me until my return. When I got back after 10:00, she recognized me, and handed me the CC and my room card. She had already taken my cooler to the room! It may have been the cheapest lodging, but I've never had a warmer, more genuine, enthusiastic, and helpful welcome anywhere I've stayed. The motel itself is dingy and dated (hence the low price), but clean and neat; obviously well managed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked at least 2 weeks in advance and then got a call in the afternoon on our first day asking if we were still coming. I said yes, and gave an approx time we would be there. So we got there that evening to check in and I had accidentally booked a handicapped room. The guy at the desk says they no longer have any handicapped rooms. I'm like that's fine because I didn't intend to book one (I looked at my reservation and I did accidentally select that). But what if I had not done that on accident? What if I had needed an accessible room? At no time during the previous call did the employee ask about the type of room I needed and I did confirm that we were not canceling. So I told the man at the desk, that's fine it just needs to be a no-smoking room with a queen size bed. That's what I booked. He gives us our keys and we walk into a room with 2 twin size beds. So we go back and I ask again to get the room we booked, no-smoking with 1 queen size bed. We get new keys and walk into a room with 1 double bed. I realize I could have gone back, but I didn't go on vacation to keep having to explain to a hotel employee that I'm not getting what I booked. So we decide a double will be fine. The room was incredibly humid so we are either freezing or everything is damp and clammy. The bathroom door neither latches or locks. The bed was lumpy and uncomfortable. And paint was peeling off the walls. To the staff's credit the place was clean. Will never stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sheila

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not handicap accessible for other floors, had bugs crawling around ceiling, walls and on the bed with dead bugs on the floor. Did not get room that I had booked due to not being handicapped accessible, not willing to accommodate, came in and said $10/pet and had bunnies in cages that were trying to stay warm. When saw pet friendly there was no mention of charging that I saw. They told me I cannot release bunnies in the room or get them out of cage), wouldn't believe us about the bugs and said needed pictures but never took any. Said window must be open to have them come in but made my daughter check as they didn't want to come in themselves. Window closed. Gave us a new room, briefly looked it over and left. Floors were dirty along with part of the tub. Ceiling had brown splatters along with a little of the wall. Cigarette burn on the cover. Light switch on wall controlled the power to the outlets and on the lamps. Had to leave lights on. Person wouldn't talk to me and would direct to my daughter as I was disabled and couldn't speak. Didn't matter if I wrote things down since they didn't understand sign language. Had walker and they made me feel discriminated. In the morning, had to return key cards to them prior to checking out and if not will get charged. In first room, fridge wouldn't close as it was frozen open and broke. Had I known I was going to have all these problems, I would have cancelled the reservation and went elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cc cc
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rasy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean building, working AC, safe area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay! Room is very modern and an overall nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025