Red Roof Inn Ames
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Business
28%
Couple
12%
Family
48%
Group
5%
Solo
5%
What guests think
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Reviews of Sonesta Essential Ames describe a budget-friendly, pet-friendly stay with friendly staff, basic breakfast, and access for travelers, but also recurring cleanliness lapses, dated rooms, and maintenance problems like broken fixtures, squeaky beds, and occasional TV or AC issues.
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Harry
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Holly
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mary
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Michelle
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Luisa
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location
Centered in Iowa and the Midwest, Ames is home to rich outdoor parks, bike trails, an active business community and Iowa State University. Founded in 1864, this venerable city celebrates tradition, history and the fighting Cyclones. The charming of downtown, architecture and unique boutiques is within just kms of this hotel, as well as the academic excitement of a college town. The hotel is centrally located just 5 km from the Brunnier Gallery and Museum.
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FAQs
Free self-parking is available on-site.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night, with a maximum of 2 pets. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
The property offers disabled access, elevators, wheelchair-accessible facilities, and designated disabled accessible rooms.
The hotel is located in Ames, within a 5-minute drive of Ames Dog Park and Main Street Cultural District, 3.9 miles from Iowa State University, and 2.7 miles from Octagon Center for the Arts.
Yes, there is an indoor swimming pool available for guests.
Up to 3 children aged 18 years and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.
The property offers rollaway beds at a fee of USD 10.00 per day, and cribs may be available upon request, subject to availability.
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