American Inn & Suites

Hotels
Independent
6.6 (131 reviews)
1215 S Story Street, Boone, Iowa, 50036 , Boone , US

Facilities

Television in common areas
Free self parking
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Designated smoking area

Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean
Great parking
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Dirty areas
Outdated rooms
Inadequate amenities
No breakfast offerings

Categories

Cleanliness
5.56
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, but one revealed significant issues such as a dirty room.
Service
8.53
Reviewers frequently praised the friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
8.57
The hotel's location was noted as very convenient for events in town.
Room Quality
6.02
Mixed sentiments; some rooms were described as outdated and moldy despite being clean.
Amenities
5.55
The amenities were criticized, particularly the inadequate breakfast offerings and outdated bathroom fixtures.
Value for Money
8.01
Despite issues, some felt the price was reasonable for the stay.
Food and Beverage
4.06
Coarse feedback regarding advertised continental breakfast not being available and only coffee provided.
Overall Experience
6.53
Generally positive experiences with enjoyment during stay but overshadowed by notable issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 05:55

Property Description

Indulge in Relaxation:
Take advantage of the indoor pool to unwind and rejuvenate during your stay at American Inn & Suites.

Convenient Amenities:
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access and enjoy entertainment on flat-screen TVs with cable programming in the comfort of your room.

Close to Attractions:
Explore nearby attractions like McHose Park and Gabrielson Clinic for Women, making your stay at this golf hotel both convenient and enjoyable.

Experience comfort and convenience at American Inn & Suites. Book now to secure your stay!

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DSM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 131 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.56
Service: 8.53
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 6.02
Amenities: 5.55
Value for Money: 8.01
Food and Beverage: 4.06
Overall Experience: 6.53
A
Alice
8
Pros:

Clean, great parking

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
J
Julie
6
Pros:

Yes

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
B
Brian
8
Pros:

Room smelled moldy. Rooms really outdated just look online. Staff or more front desk very friendly and cordial

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
J
Jenny partner
10
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay, our room was very clean and staff was very friendly.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
S
Steve
8
Pros:

It was good

2025-09-09 via Nuitee
A
Angela family
10
Pros:

Very convenient for event in town. Clean, needs a little updating but overall nice place. Would stay there again.

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
W
Wayne
2
Very Bad Experience
Pros:

The place was dirty. The hallway was dark I had to use my phone flashlight to put key in the door. Also no light in bathroom where toilet and shower was. There was people in parking lot having a little party (loud). And the advertisement said continental breakfast but No breakfast just coffee.

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
P
Paul
10
Pros:

It was all good

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Pros:

We just needed a night to stay but very friendly staff, very accommodating and felt safe.

2025-08-17 via Nuitee
C
Connor
8
Pros:

Great location, good service

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
M
Morgan
8
Pros:

Good

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
M
Marci
10
Don’t let the small size fool you! It’s a gem!
Pros:

Don’t let the small hotel fool you. My room had been updated. The front desk was amazing and helpful. My stay was reasonable and comfortable…

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
H
Helen Diane
4
Pros:

The price was great. However, the room was way below standards. American Inn has a great reputation and how this motel made the cut to be an American Inn is beyond me. Bathtub and toilet area is dated and has repair patch that was not done properly. The room actually smelled and I bought air freshener to spray in the air conditioner and room which did help. The entry door is way too complicated and I had to have assistance to figure out how it worked. Put card in, pull it out, pull knob twice to get door open. The "amenities" in the bathroom were in a red plastic dish used by some fast food restaurants. One shampoo and three conditioners. I don't get to Boone that often but will try very hard to NOT have to stay there again. Bed was fine, restaurant attached was Mexican (being from Arizona, I didn't bother to eat there). I didn't use the internet. Parking was good with easy access to the highway and downtown area.

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
R
Randall
8
Pros:

Quiet place

2025-07-26 via Nuitee
E
Edna partner
8
Pros:

Overall it was a nice stay but there wasn't enough towels for the number of guests. Pool hours; needs to open earlier in the morning.

2025-07-14 via Nuitee
S
Steven partner
6
Pros:

It was clean and the A/C worked. Pool was closed on hottest days of June. Sign said "Closed for the winter", which tells me they weren't ambitious enough to get it ready by the middle of June. No breakfast, just coffee and juice. I had to turn on the coffee in our second day there. Nice people running the place, but just doing what they have to at this time.

2025-06-24 via Nuitee
K
keith partner
10
Pros:

The owners were erynice and helpful. It was very. Lea

2025-06-17 via Nuitee
T
Tiah
4
Pros:

The hotel was quite expensive for how old and dingy it was and the smell matched. The smell made me nauseous. No breakfast and pool was closed. Would not recommend.

2025-06-08 via Nuitee
T
Timothy
4
Pros:

When you turrn on the bathroom light it flickers until it comes on shutting the bathroom door is hard to shut housekeeping comes by every other day the heater did not work the tv was dark to watch shows and when the housekeepers came by early you ask them to come back later but would not do it

2025-06-04 via Nuitee
J
Janet
4
Pros:

Website states that the front desk is open 24/7, lobby door locks at 9:00 PM.

Went to shower in the morning and the light in the shower room did not work. Turned on the shower and the shower stream was abysmal. Less than a garden hose stream. It wasn't strong enough to even wash the cleanser off of my face. When I told the front desk at check out the only response I got was that the room was used the prior day and everything was "just fine" as if I was lying about it, or had something to do with it.

Don't waste your money, find somewhere else to stay. I tried to add pictures but the app wouldn't allow them to be added.

2025-06-02 via Nuitee