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AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
Greater South Side
Price was AU$2,111, price is now AU$2,019 per person
AU$2,019
per person
8 Dec - 15 Dec
found 17 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Des Moines (DSM)
With a stay at AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport in Des Moines (Greater South Side), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Drake University and Casey's Center.
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3 out of 5
Downtown Des Moines
Price was AU$2,393, price is now AU$2,250 per person
AU$2,250
per person
8 Dec - 15 Dec
found 17 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Des Moines (DSM)
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG is centrally located in Des Moines, a 4-minute walk from Iowa Events Center and 8 minutes by foot from Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center.
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines

2 out of 5
Price was AU$2,230, price is now AU$2,116 per person
AU$2,116
per person
8 Dec - 15 Dec
found 17 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Des Moines (DSM)
With a stay at Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines in Urbandale, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Jordan Creek Town Center.
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 out of 5
Downtown Des Moines
Price was AU$2,449, price is now AU$2,340 per person
AU$2,340
per person
8 Dec - 15 Dec
found 17 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Des Moines (DSM)
With a stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown, you'll be centrally located in Des Moines, a 6-minute walk from Principal Park and 11 minutes by foot from Iowa Events Center.
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3 out of 5
Downtown Des Moines
Price was AU$2,372, price is now AU$2,273 per person
AU$2,273
per person
8 Dec - 15 Dec
found 17 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Des Moines (DSM)
With a stay at Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown, you'll be centrally located in Des Moines, a 2-minute drive from Casey's Center and 5 minutes from Drake University.

Ames Holiday Package Deals

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Holidays in Ames

Get to know the Central Iowa that locals know by stopping in Ames. A neighbourhood 160 kilometres to the west, it's a fabulous place to get a feel for the area and those who live in it. From Des Moines International Airport, it's a drive of 55 kilometres to the north. So what are you waiting for? Jump into a taxi, throw your bags in the back and get your adventure started!

You don't have to go far to find some superb things to do around here. The Iowa State University and Reiman Gardens are two must-sees that are within easy reach. The Stephens Auditorium and the Iowa State Center will also keep you occupied for hours.

Passionate about your college football? Then don't forget to take some cardinal and gold with you to heartily cheer on the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium.

Hotels in Ames

Secure your Ames hotel today and you can begin planning your amazing new adventures. lastminute.com.au currently features more than 20 accommodations.

With excellent options like the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames and Holiday Inn Ames Conference Center - ISU, you'll be off the plane and into a warm shower in no time at all.

Top hotels for your Ames holiday

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3 out of 5
2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA
The price is AU$168 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$168
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
When you stay at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University in Ames, you'll be connected to the convention center, within a 5-minute drive ...
Great place to stay Close to Iowa St and you can walk to a football at Jack Trice

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Opens in a new windowGateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

2.5 out of 5
603 South 16th Street, Ames, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$146 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$146
5 Dec - 6 Dec
includes taxes & fees
When you stay at Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus in Ames, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Reiman Gardens and Main Street ...
SECOND TIME STAYING HERE AS ITS RIGHT NEXT DOOR TO THE GOLF COARSE WE PLAY. BREAKFAST IS ALWAYS NICE TO HAVE WITH A GOOD SELECTION. ROOM WAS CLEAN AND SO WAS THE ENTIRE PROPERTY. TONS OF RESTARAUNTS TO CHOOSE FROM JUST A DRIVE AWAY. WOULD RECOMEND TO STAY HERE.

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Opens in a new windowComfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

2.5 out of 5
2605 Se 16th St, Ames, IA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$144 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$144
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
With a stay at Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA in Ames, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University and Cinemark Ames Movies 12.
Breakfast was just ok. Not a lot of signage to help navigate to eating location.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Opens in a new windowCountry Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
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Popular places to visit

Iowa State University featuring modern architecture

Iowa State University

Explore the campus of Iowa State University during your trip to Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

Iowa State University
Main Street Cultural District which includes a garden and outdoor art

Main Street Cultural District

During your trip to Ames, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Main Street Cultural District. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Main Street Cultural District
Reiman Gardens showing a garden and wild flowers

Reiman Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Reiman Gardens, a lovely green space in Ames. In the area, you can attend a football match or basketball game.

Reiman Gardens

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on lastminute.com.au from January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019, as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.