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Red Roof Inn Ames

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Red Roof Inn Ames provides amenities like free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden dresser, a window with a view of a car, and a wall-mounted heater.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a view of the city.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window.

ADA Accessible Full Bed Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

Deluxe 2 Queen Beds Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ames is home to Red Roof Inn Ames. Wilson Farm Prairie and Christiansen Forest Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Octagon Center for the Arts and Furman Aquatic Center. Center Grove Orchard and Story City Carousel are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Ames travel guide
Map
1418 S Dayton Place, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • A red brick building with a large yellow sign that reads "HOTEL SHELDENHAM."
    Main Street Cultural District
    4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • A modern building with large windows and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.
    Iowa State University
    5 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • A modern glass building with a metal framework, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and flowers.
    Reiman Gardens
    6 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Ames Dog Park
    4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    6 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Chick-fil-A
    5 min drive
  • The Mucky Duck Pub
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • Wendy's
    4 min drive

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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 transportation

  • 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 crib
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches 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 crib
  • 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
  • Phone

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
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 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 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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 cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 elevators
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

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 80 lbs 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 is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 mi (5 km) of Cinemark Ames Movies 12, Ames Dog Park, and Iowa State University. Main Street Cultural District and Octagon Center for the Arts are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Red Roof Inn Ames Reviews

6.2

6.4

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 915 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 915 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 235 out of 915 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 157 out of 915 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 147 out of 915 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite, excellant location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable clean room the tub dripped a little but typical age nothing horrible but a great stay for the price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff, clean room. It was what we expected when booking at this level hotel. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean and comfortable, but the bathroom was in need of an upgrade. The shower head was too low, the counter too small, and the tub was worn, pitted, and looked dirty. The staff was lovely and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
An affordable, clean hotel. The family that runs it are awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I would stay here again but I am very low maintenance. It was clean and quite the bed was fine, but the base of the bed was tin and made noise. The TV wasn't hooked up so I had to figure that out and one of the bedside lights and outlets didn't work. The waffle at breakfast was really good but the bagels only flavor had raisons.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2 week stay, enjoyed breakfast nearly every day (waffle maker a big plus!). Nice and quiet during stay and room was clean and good service.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krista

The staff was very nice. We reserved a double bed through Expedia, but go a single.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. When the YV had a problem, one of the staff worked quickly and fixed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean, heater worked great, nice and quiet. Water heater did not work at night but did the next morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff & helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Motel was fine, room clean and bed comfortable. Apparently someone removed the grate on the air conditioner and defecated inside and replaced the cover
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean! Hotel has been updated & every thing is very nice & fresh. Hotel staff was very accommodating when the TV, refrigerator & microwave wouldn’t work. Someone had removed the adapter. The staff immediately moved us to another room across the hall. The usual breakfast which was as good as any. No charge for our dog. Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They were very kind
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Aging facility and the bathrooms were very average... no hair dryer. Limited breakfast. Friendly staff to welcome you but you have to ring a bell to have someone come out and help you. That is a trend that needs to stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness
There was no one at the reception desk when I arrived. Two other people were waiting and said they had tried the phone number posted and had been there several minutes already. The room itself was very dark. The light bulbs were low wattage and there weren't many of them. The floor I was on was the lower floor, half a flight down from the street level. The tub in the bathroom was in poor shape.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jane

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Adequate in Ames

The Super 8 in Ames was OK, except that I saw a small spider in the bathroom (not moving while I looked at it, but later I saw that it had moved into a corner.) Otherwise, the room was comfortable enough. The breakfast options were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Deb

The first room we were directed to hadn’t been cleaned, so the member of staff promptly apologized and got us a key to a different room. It may have been because of the mix up that this room was less than desirable. There was no place to hang our clothes, the wiring for several of the lights was exposed, etc. There wasn’t a room number on the door, so I think they were renovating it. The most disturbing thing, though, was that there was a mystery portal in the shower, which made me suspect a camera. Creepy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hallways were very dark. Access was limited for handicapped people (walking down ramp was awkward and took time.) Bathroom fixtures were very small and low. Rooms were clean. Breakfast and coffee were good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024