Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
7.2 (176 reviews)
2216 Se 16th St, Ames, Iowa, 50010 , Ames , US
+1 515-337-2748

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Elevator
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Free breakfast
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Free use of nearby fitness center
Express check-out
Wheelchair accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly/helpful staff
Pet friendly
Affordable
Comfortable beds (in some rooms)
Refrigerator provided on request
Easy to get to / convenient for Ames
Some rooms spacious and comfortable
Cons:
Stains on bedding and dirty bathrooms
Moldy/musty smells and wet/sticky carpet
Bugs on beds and ants
Damaged/missing safety latches and deadbolts
Thin walls/noisy ceilings
Very basic/poor breakfast (limited hot options)
Clogged toilets and general need for updates

Categories

Cleanliness
3.5
Predominantly negative: multiple reports of stains on sheets and duvets, moldy/musty smell, bugs on beds, ants, wet/sticky carpet, cracked tiles and dirty bathroom floors.
Service
9.5
Generally positive: numerous comments that staff were very nice, kind to pets, helpful (provided a refrigerator on request) and gave good service, with only a few notes of staff seeming unconcerned about specific issues.
Location
8.5
Mixed but mostly practical: several guests noted the hotel is easy to get to and convenient for Ames visits; one guest described it as 'in the middle of nowhere' but still had a pleasant stay.
Room Quality
4
Below average: reports of an older property needing upgrades, damaged or missing safety latches and deadbolts, thin ceilings/walls, outdated tubs/showers and toilets, though some rooms were described as spacious and comfortable.
Amenities
8.5
Limited but functional: complimentary breakfast (basic, limited hot options), pet-friendly accommodations and ability to provide requested items like a refrigerator; no strong positives or extensive amenity offerings mentioned.
Value for Money
9.5
Perceived as good value: several guests described the hotel as clean, comfortable and affordable and indicated they would stay again, suggesting solid value for budget-minded travelers despite shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
4.5
Negative: breakfast described repeatedly as very basic with the only hot item often being a waffle; a few comments directly said the food was not good.
Overall Experience
9.6
Mixed overall: positive impressions driven by friendly, helpful staff, pet friendliness and affordability, but substantially reduced by recurring cleanliness and room-quality issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:11

Property Description

Recreational Amenities and Views:

  • 24-hour health club
  • Garden

Additional Amenities:

  • Complimentary wireless internet
  • Fireplace in the lobby
  • Picnic area

Convenience and Services:

  • Complimentary continental breakfast
  • 24-hour business center
  • Free self parking

Stay at Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames for a centrally located and convenient stay in Ames, offering easy access to nearby attractions. Book your stay now!

Important information:

  • Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DSM

Property Policies

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 176 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 4
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 4.5
Overall Experience: 9.6
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TaTanisha
8
Pros:

Room was clean, staff nice, air conditioning worked well, breakfast was basic. Nearby wonderful spot flap jackets

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Delfina • family
6
Pros:

Toilet was clogged

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Mary Ann
10
Pros:

Pet friendly and clean room.

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Catrina
8
Pros:

Clean and affordable. Good service.

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany
6
Pros:

This was an older building that was not over clean. Breakfast was basic and the food area was clean.

2025-09-27 • via Nuitee
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Kristine
6
Room was not very clean
Pros:

The staff was very nice. Only had a cold beverage with waffles. No hot food. Beds were comfortable. Room was not very clean. There were stains on the sheets and also on the duvet. The walls and ceiling had dirty spots. Needs an upgrade

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • partner
10
Pros:

The room we reserved was spacious and had a quiet heating/cooling system. The desk was large. Enjoyed the window seat. The room was clean and comfortable. We would stay there again.

The complimentary breakfast was adequate, but only hot item was a waffle. The bathroom needed updated tub/shower and toilet. But still adequate.

2025-09-21 • via Nuitee
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Virginia
6
Pros:

Damaged safety latch on door. Adjoining room door not locked and no way to lock it.

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
V
Virginia
4
Pros:

Easy to get to

2025-09-16 • via Nuitee
R
Rick
4
Pros:

Dead Bolt for Door did'nt work and safety lock was gone

2025-09-08 • via Nuitee
G
Gene
8
Pros:

food was not good

2025-09-06 • via Nuitee
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William • partner
10
Pros:

Staff was so kind to our pet!

2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
C
Chris
10
Pros:

Clean rooms friendly staff

2025-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • family
2
Pros:

Bugs on bed, hair on bed and stains on bedding

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Patti • family
4
Pros:

Upon first entering our room, it smelled very musty, moldy. We had to shut off the air conditioner because I felt like it was just pumping this moldy air into our room. Our bathroom was dirty. Cracked tiles and crud on the floor. The sink was missing the stopper so you just looked it down into a dirty drain as you brushed your teeth. The ceiling and walls were so thin I thought the people above were going to come through our ceiling. In the evenings, the people who run the hotel would sit in the lobby, barefoot and one night one of the workers was picking at his toes in the Lobby. I understand I am looking for an affordable hotel, but I wouldn’t stay here again.

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • family
8
Pros:

We travel with a dog and put us on the 1st floor. I requested a refrigerator in room and it was put in.
We were happy with our service.

2025-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Mathilda
10
Pros:

Really in the middle of nowhere. Never will come back to Iowa but thank you for the pleasant experience and help. Couldn’t get a Lyft to save my life from there. If I do for any reason end up in AMES, IA I will definitely stay at mircotel. Thank you so much Trooper Joseph Long. This was a fun trip. See you soon!!

2025-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • family
2
Pros:

The whole room's carpet felt wet and sticky.

2025-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • family
6
Pros:

Room had ants and staff didn’t seem to concerned when told about them

2025-08-22 • via Nuitee
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William
10
Pros:

This is my fourth or fifth stay at your property. It never ceases to be comfortable, clean, and convenient. I look forward to my next visit to the Ames area and staying at your hotel.

2025-08-11 • via Nuitee