Super 8 by Wyndham Ames is a welcoming retreat near Iowa State University, offering to-go breakfast and in-room WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of free self parking, grab a snack from the vending machine, or catch up on current events with free newspapers.
Main Street Cultural District - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Reiman Gardens - 5 min drive - 7.3 km
Jack Trice Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
Iowa State University - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
Stephens Auditorium - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 5 min drive
Hickory Park - 3 min drive
Panera Bread - 4 min drive
Wendy's - 4 min drive
Panda Express - 4 min drive
About this property
Red Roof Inn Ames
Red Roof Inn Ames puts you within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
58 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).
Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.
Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.
Also known as
Super 8 Ames
Super 8 Hotel Ames
Super 8 Ames Hotel
Super Eight Ames
Super 8 Ames Iowa
Ames Super 8
Ames Super Eight
Super 8 Wyndham Ames Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Red Roof Inn Ames offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Red Roof Inn Ames does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Red Roof Inn Ames?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Red Roof Inn Ames?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Red Roof Inn Ames?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
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Reviews
Red Roof Inn Ames Reviews
6.0
Good
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6.4
Cleanliness
7.4
Location
7.0
Staff & service
6.4
Eco-friendliness
5.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2025
Very solid experience
The room was recently remodeled. A few overlooked details; but, all in all a very solid experience.
Chad
Chad, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 9, 2025
Dirty, smelly. No one working the front desk for 30 minutes after showed up. Once the worker did show up to the front desk we were told 'we don't have you reservation. nothing we can do. good luck"
baylor
baylor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
Very friendly staff & helpful
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2024
Friendly helpful staff
Mandie
Mandie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2024
They were very kind
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2023
Staff was very friendly.
Annelise
Annelise, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2024
Great! Excelent costumer service
Ana laura
Ana laura, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 1, 2024
The staff were nice. Breakfast never happened. Very good location.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2023
Very clean
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2023
Always likes Super 8.
Bradley
Bradley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Very much a 1-2 star, but we got a room and had a place to sleep so that's all we needed i guess really. Thank you
Heather
Heather, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2023
Thanks they were very accommodating
Paullyn
Paullyn, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 8, 2023
Highly overpriced
Very basic motel. Way over-priced on the weekends.
Dave
Dave, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 19, 2023
Safe
Antonio
Antonio, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
May 12, 2024
Room was old and dingy.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 22, 2024
Not bad for the price
Bed was comfortable, decor was beautiful. Great customer service however there was dust built up on the lamps and behind the doors. Mold was growing above the shower
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 17, 2023
Adequate in Ames
The Super 8 in Ames was OK, except that I saw a small spider in the bathroom (not moving while I looked at it, but later I saw that it had moved into a corner.)
Otherwise, the room was comfortable enough. The breakfast options were nice.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 19, 2024
Aaverage
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 24, 2024
Hallways were very dark. Access was limited for handicapped people (walking down ramp was awkward and took time.) Bathroom fixtures were very small and low.
Rooms were clean. Breakfast and coffee were good.
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 3, 2024
The hairdryer was gone from the wall, but the cord still hanging from wall looked chewed. We didn’t need it, however did let the front desk attendant know. Our sleep was fine. Would stay at this property again.
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 18, 2023
Basement. Breakfast was limited.
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 8, 2024
The property was very dirty. The floors looked like they were never cleaned. The bathroom sink wants hardly attached to the wall and the toilet rocked. Over all this hotel was disgusting and i dont plan to return. We even ended our stay a few days early because of the filth.
kyle
kyle, 7-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 5, 2022
Inexpensive Stay
inexpensive
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 6, 2024
We both were super itchy in the bed which is very scary! The room was dirty, the toilet struggled to flush, and the sink wouldn’t drain.
Noelle
Noelle, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 4, 2024
Had trouble with key cards two days in a row. TV in room didn't work, I advised the front desk and they said they would come up in ten minutes, never showed. If you just need a bed, this motel will meet your needs.