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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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Exterior
Indoor pool, pool umbrellas
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Property amenity

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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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
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - double
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 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) | 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
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 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 | 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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2500 University Blvd., Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Reiman Gardens - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Iowa State University - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Hilton Coliseum - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

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 in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • A water dispenser, a banquet hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • 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 WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Partially open bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

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

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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Plus University Park & Suites
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Ames Best Western
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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 pool from December 12 2024 to October 1 2025 (completion date subject to change).

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.

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?

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 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Iowa State University. Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

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

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

10/10

Nice place for price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Nice and clean hotel frandly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

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

The spot is convenient to the stadiums for ISU sports. Rooms were clean and the front desk was friendly. We had a great stay. Beds were comfortable and everything we did on the weekend was minutes away.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Pool was closed which was the main reason I booked the room. Also the hallway had a bad smell. Staff was super friendly and helpful and breakfasts were exceptional. Great location, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

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

10/10

Very nice stay, staff was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Pretty full hotel that night and checking in was simple.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Meet all our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Friendly staff that helped make the stay great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

It was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Clean room. Friendly staff. Facilities that worked.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Very nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

Decent property close to iowa state campus.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025