Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Iowa State University

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Property amenity
Lobby
Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

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2500 University Blvd., Ames, IA, 50010
  • Place, Reiman Gardens
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Stephens Auditorium
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - double
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
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 area

Ames

At Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Reiman Gardens and Christofferson Park. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. A meeting room and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. .Near this Ames hotel, you'll find Iowa State University.

What's nearby

  • Reiman Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Iowa State University - 1 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Iowa State Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wasabi - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stomping Grounds Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burgie's Coffee & Tea Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Filling Station - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dublin Bay Irish Pub & Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Hotel with free breakfast, near Iowa State University
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites. Self parking is free.

This Ames hotel is smoke free.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites offers 87 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • 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 not available.
  • 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 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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 and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • 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).

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites?

Yep, Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites?

As of 11 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites on 14 Dec 2025 start from NZ$150.24, 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.

Does Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites have a pool?

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites.

Does Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors give a thumbs up to the free continental brekkie here! Available on weekdays between 5:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites?

No, Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 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

William, Nichols Hills

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

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kami

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the stadium and easily could have walked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with group
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

6/10 Okay

Tracee

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eugene

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need a keyed entrance I the middle or both ends for easier access
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iliana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a great hotel, close to the university and shipping. Quiet and safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Ned

Super convenient to campus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tracey

Travelled with family

Care less about you

They were just horrible and greedy in everyday. I am telling all my college friends families, fraternities and volleyball teams about how poorly we were treated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

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

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raegen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great 5 day stay!

What a wonderful trip we had. Staff was always so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was fantastic! Hot meal every morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

COLBY, Aurora

Id rather not
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth, Huntington Station

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable layout for king rooms, with separate sofa area and bed area. Quiet, updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

tricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Kamryn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barb

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hallways need some refreshing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
n/a
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025