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Americas Best Value Inn Story City

2.5 star property
Hotel in Story City with 4 restaurants and free breakfast

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept

Explore the area

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1520 Broad Street, Story City, IA, 50248
  • Story City Carousel
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Iowa State University
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Story City

At Americas Best Value Inn Story City, you'll be 24.6 km (15.3 mi) from Iowa State University. Highlights at this hotel include 4 restaurants and free continental breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a picnic area and a banquet hall. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Story City hotel include Story City Carousel and Ada Hayden Heritage Park.

What's nearby

  • Story City Carousel - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Main Street Cultural District - 19 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Iowa State University - 22 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 23 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 23 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Americas Best Value Inn Story City

Hotel in Story City with 4 restaurants and free breakfast
There are 4 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Americas Best Value Inn Story City also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Story City hotel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 4 dining venues
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Americas Best Value Inn Story City offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries.

This Story City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Viking Hotel Story City
Viking Story City
Viking Hotel Story City, Iowa
Viking Hotel Story City Iowa
Americas Story City Story City
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Hotel
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Story City
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Hotel Story City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Americas Best Value Inn Story City offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Americas Best Value Inn Story City on 10 Sept 2025 start from NZ$113.20, 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.

Is parking available at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Yep, Americas Best Value Inn Story City has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

The closest beach to Americas Best Value Inn Story City is Pine Lake Beach (45.8 km).

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Americas Best Value Inn Story City serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental brekkie is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

No, Americas Best Value Inn Story City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Yep, Americas Best Value Inn Story City has 4 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Americas Best Value Inn Story City Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 268 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad Beds

Older motel with limited hot water which was apparently first come, first serve per management. One bed was bad & other was terrible. Breakfast was limited with only orange juice or regular coffee to drink. Won't stay here again, even at the price it was.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean rooms comfortable bed. All around a nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sherri

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a modest motel with much to be modest about, but certainly nothing to be embarrassed about. Although the furniture in the room was a bit eclectic, everything was clean and functional. Check in was quick and efficient. The attached Mexican restaurant seems to have quite a local following. Several other dining options and some shopping is all within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice lady at the desk
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kanequa

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

TYLER

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and safe
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Designer hotel

It's always a pleasure when I go there!!!, and the young man that owns it always accommodate ME!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Maranda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jared

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Randy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Convient distance from Ames.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Terry

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Older but clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael Edward

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in: smelled like curry Door wouldn’t lock Tub had gigantic hole covered by bath mat Smelled awful Tv didn’t work No phone in room Worst hotel stay EVER so bad I didn’t take a shower
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Wendell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, price was right. Restaurant attached was good. not a big breakfast but price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It served it’s purpose of a place to sleep but not somewhere I would ever go back to
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Good rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024