Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
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Compare the biggest hotels in Ames
Same order as the list above: largest guest-room count first. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.
| # | Hotel | Guest rooms | Guest rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University | 187 | (1,393) |
| 2 | Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus | 120 | (514) |
| 3 | Courtyard by Marriott Ames | 119 | (336) |
| 4 | Hilton Garden Inn Ames | 112 | (903) |
| 5 | SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames | 96 | (658) |
| 6 | Hampton Inn & Suites Ames | 90 | (636) |
| 7 | TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames | 89 | (309) |
| 8 | Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites | 86 | (1,003) |
| 9 | Econo Lodge Ames | 85 | (442) |
| 10 | Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus | 82 | (1,000) |
| 11 | Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG | 82 | (143) |
| 12 | Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA | 78 | (1,000) |
| 13 | Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ames | 76 | (485) |
| 14 | Sonesta Essential Ames | 75 | (1,001) |
| 15 | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG | 75 | (456) |
Frequently asked questions
How do I book a large block of rooms at one of the biggest hotels in Ames?
For a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking. For 8 rooms or fewer, you can search, compare, and book self-serve on the platform. The biggest hotels you can book in Ames include Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University (187 rooms), Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus (120 rooms), and Courtyard by Marriott Ames (119 rooms).
How does billing work when my company books rooms at a large hotel in Ames for multiple travelers?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you get one invoice for multiple bookings instead of separate bills for each traveler. You also have multiple payment options and no membership fee. This makes it simpler to manage costs when your team is staying at properties like Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University or Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus.
What makes a hotel one of the biggest in Ames?
Room count is the clearest measure of a hotel's size and capacity. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University leads the list in Ames with 187 rooms, followed by Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus (120 rooms) and Courtyard by Marriott Ames (119 rooms). These properties can accommodate larger groups of travelers under one roof.
Why would I choose one of the biggest hotels in Ames for a work trip?
A bigger hotel can keep your entire team in one place, which simplifies logistics and makes it easier for colleagues to meet or move between rooms and common areas. Many larger properties also offer meeting space and other amenities (this varies by property). When everyone is staying at the same hotel, coordination is more straightforward.
How far ahead should I book if my group needs rooms at a large hotel in Ames?
Booking early gives you the best selection, especially at properties with higher capacity like Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University. If your dates coincide with events in the area or busy travel periods, earlier is better. For a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking and can help you plan ahead.