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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Recharge in style after exploring campus life. Relaxation awaits by the cozy lobby fireplace or a refreshing dip in the indoor pool.

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Indoor pool, pool umbrellas - Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites (Ames)
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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.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

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

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) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Executive Room, Sofabed, Microwave and Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access

  • Sleeps 3

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Family Room, Sofabed, Microwave and Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 5

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Separate Living Area, Microwave and Refrigerator, Sofabed

  • Sleeps 3

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer

  • Sleeps 4

King Bed Two Rooms Suite

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite With Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4

King Room-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Ames is home to Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites. Cinemark Ames Movies 12 and Veenker Memorial Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Furman Aquatic Center and Trailhead Park and Arboretum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jack Trice Stadium or Hilton Coliseum. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Ames travel guide
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2500 University Blvd., Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Reiman Gardens featuring a garden and wildflowers
    Reiman Gardens
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Brunnier Art Museum showing a garden
    Brunnier Art Museum
    4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Christofferson Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Iowa State Center
    4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck Pub
    3 min drive
  • Casey's
    3 min drive
  • Wasabi
    3 min drive
  • Stomping Grounds Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Burgie's Coffee & Tea Company
    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 the lobby and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • ATM/banking services, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • A banquet hall, a water dispenser, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 87 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free internet access and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

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

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 center
  • 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
  • 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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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 80 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • 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

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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.

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 80 lbs 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?

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?

Check-out 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 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Iowa State University. Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 564 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, rooms were clean, beds were comfortable. Overall good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very courteous and very clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and loved the decor. Our king bed was huge and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location; Great staff; Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff was courteous and helpful. Breakfast was average.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, furnace worked well and quietly, comfortable temperature, great water pressure in shower, good lighting, comfortable bed and pillows, friendly staff, reasonable price, very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised, friendly staff, walkable to the stadium, convenient gas station with food, clean facility
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Best Western Plus in Ames was really great for our stay! We were in town to see family for a few days and spent the nights here as well as breakfast everyday. The Pros - Price, Breakfast food + coffee machine, Safe location, Clean and well kept lobby and rooms. Cons - the hot tub was wayyyy too hot to use. The beds and pillows could be better. Overall a good place for the value that is really well kept up by staff! I will recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room and accommodating staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Bannerman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Helpful staff. Amazing breakfast. Great amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this one a few times now. It’s our preferred one when visiting our college student. Friendly staff, well kept property and great place all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room. Within walking distance to stadium.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for an Iowa State football game and liked that we had an easy walk to the stadium so didn't have to worry about the stress of parking. The breakfast was great, the staff were friendly, and the rooms and public spaces were well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was quiet and clean. It was convenient for what we were there in town for.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and breakfast was decent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable & welcoming atmosphere. Excellent breajfast. Very good mattress
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, safe and relatively quiet, would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

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

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was extremely comfortable and the Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great hotel near campus

The front desk service was exceptional. We enjoyed visiting with the receptionist and she was so helpful with recommendations. The elevator was out of service while we were there but since it is only two floors it wasn't that big of an issue. We enjoyed being able to walk to the football stadium, avoiding the parking hassles!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is extremely helpful and friendly. Lots of options available for drinks in the morning with your free breakfast. My only wish would be that the breakfast time lasted later on the weekends. People tend to sleep in a little bit more on the weekend and I got up just as breakfast was ending. Not ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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