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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Property class: 2.5

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A lobby with a fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a lamp and a table.
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchair, and a desk with a printer.
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, wicker furniture, and large windows.
A GrandStay hotel with a central entrance, columns, and a parking area.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a sign indicating no lifeguard on duty.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Explore the area

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1606 S Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA, 50010
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Ames Dog Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Main Street Cultural District
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 Bedroom (Accessible, 1 bedroom)

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a towel rack, and a shower curtain.

Room, 1 Bedroom (Accessible, 1 bedroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a towel rack, and a shower curtain.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a towel rack, and a shower curtain.

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a towel rack, and a shower curtain.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a ceiling light.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

A kitchen with a dishwasher, wooden cabinets, a sink, and a coffee maker.

Room, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the area

Ames

GrandStay Hotel & Suites puts you in the heart of Ames, within a 20-minute stroll of Iowa State University and Cinemark Ames Movies 12. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 6 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Near this Ames hotel, you'll find Jack Trice Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Cinemark Ames Movies 12 - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Iowa State University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ames Dog Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Main Street Cultural District - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Octagon Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly GrandStay Hotel & Suites. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ames hotel.

  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers 53 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary newspapers. 39-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 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 WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Express check-out available

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 20.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 35 lb per pet
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 20.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to midnight

Property is also known as

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GrandStay Residential Suites Ames

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GrandStay Hotel & Suites on 30 Sept 2026 start from AU$148, 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 GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Yep, GrandStay Hotel & Suites has a free self car park.

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites have a pool?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites has a pool and an indoor pool. The pool is open 6 AM to midnight.

Is GrandStay Hotel & Suites family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that GrandStay Hotel & Suites is a hit with families.

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary on-the-go brekkie is offered daily between 6 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

No, GrandStay Hotel & Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Yep, you can grab a meal at GrandStay Hotel & Suites's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In town for national guard. Always a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hans-Jürgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

LaVerne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent. Everything was clean and well maintained. The cushions of the sofa show some wear, otherwise everything looks new.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room layout was exceptional, loved that the bedroom was its own separate room. The staff was outstanding! They were all very friendly and wonderfully helpful I would not hesitate to very highly recommend this hotel to anyone, including family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but very quiet and comfortable. Overall kept clean though the carpet shows wear. Nice quality bedding and pillows. Liked having suite style with the couch, full fridge, and countertop. Had a handicapped accessible room. Shower chair provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

HARISH

Liked: Staff & service
Very spacious rooms. Kitchen area need upgrade and maintain cleanliness. Nice location, friendly sraff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's good breakfast and need scrambled eggs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jody

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we stayed in was a nice size but not cleaned very well. The couch and chair was pretty battered. Because of being an older hotel it showed a lot of wear and tear. Breakfast was good. Pool was clean and nice for children.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Leigh Anne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms but poor condition
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Doungchith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Small pool. Pool lounge is a storage room. ! Exercise room limited equipment. Breakfast ok but need fresh fruits and donuts Staff friendly and helpful tho. Nice patio . Room is clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and hrlpful. The rooms were large, clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suite unit nicely appointed, staff very friendly & helpful. Management assisted in arranging a longer-term stay at a reasonable rate. New equipment in exercise room. Nice breakfast includes hot entrees (e.g. sausage, eggs, biscuits/gravy). Quiet & convenient location. Nicest hotel overall we've stayed in for quite a while!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big room, clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wieslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds and pillows were to soft for my taste.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so helpful and when i checked in they welcomed me back didnt even have to tell them who i was.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel felt safe and the staff was kind. But it was not the cleanest and was very worn. Our room had one plate, and just a strange collection of utensils and cups. Most all of it was still in the dishwasher. So, it’s a fine place to stay if you’re on a budget, but if you can spend a bit more, I would.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and nice size room. Dishes in the dishwasher were dirty and one chair in the living area was dirty. Other than that it was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

KAYA (Kerri)

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an extended stay with nothing in the rooms, no silverware, no nothing ! And the property is so run down and dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here many times, but this time there really was nothing for breakfast, not even fruit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janeen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean but sparce - no bathroom soap (used shower gel bottle), nothing extra, stains on furniture but clean enough. Hotel was in okay condition, area was somewhat industrial and other clientele was a bit shady. Breakfast was very sparce also. Surprised this hotel is still open but could've been much worse. Didn't go into the pool area or workout area (if there was one). Just used to sleep while visiting Ames.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10, paid $98. Staff were polite and professional, my room had a full kitchen - stove, microwave, full size fridge/freezer, sink, everything. Room had a living room and bedroom, bedroom had its own tv as did the living room. If I’m ever needing to spend the night in the Des Moines area, I will absolutely come back here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and location was good. Decent value for what I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026