GrandStay Hotel & Suites

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

4.4

Excellent(1,006 Reviews)

Hotel in Ames, IA

Reasons to book

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this hotel

Hotel in Ames with free breakfast and a fitness center
Along with an indoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a spa tub, and a business center.
GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers 53 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. 39-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Gym or Fitness Center

Map of Ames, IA

Nearby attractions

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

45.7 mi

Iowa State Capitol

46.3 mi

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

47 mi

Jack Trice Stadium

2.1 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Accessible, 1 bedroom)

1 Queen • 408 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

2 Queen • 603 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen • 484 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen • 484 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

2 Queen

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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4.4

Excellent(1,006 Reviews)

Hotel in Ames, IA

Reasons to book

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this hotel

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Gym or Fitness Center

Map of Ames, IA

Nearby attractions

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

45.7 mi

Iowa State Capitol

46.3 mi

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

47 mi

Jack Trice Stadium

2.1 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Accessible, 1 bedroom)

1 Queen • 408 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

2 Queen • 603 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen • 484 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen • 484 ft²

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

2 Queen

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.4

Excellent(1,006 Reviews)

2.5

Dec 2024

Clean quiet and comfortable

1.0

Dec 2024

Dirty, musty smelling, booking photos didnt match. Hot tub out of order, ceiling dripping above pool. Toilet wouldnt stop running, burned out bulbs, 2nd tv wouldn't work, dirty dishes in dishwasher and no detergent available, broken drawers. Shower had too much pressure, went all over floor and never got hot even at 630 am. Only positive is the large space

1.5

Dec 2024

Wasn’t bad for the price, but this property had quite a few maintenance issues.

2.0

Dec 2024

We liked the extra space and kitchen area even in a standard suite. We normally prefer short term rentals for this reason, but would definitely stay here again because GrandStay offers the same without the additional cleaning and service fees. The staff was friendly and the breakfast was basic and again something you wouldn’t from a STR. The location is excellent - walking distance to everything!! The hotel is a little dated but still not bad. Multiple light bulbs (>6) were burnt out but the front service provided replacements. There were some stains on the walls, especially by the vents, the couch was a little dusty, but generally the facility looked and smelled clean. The sleeper sofa was a bit uncomfortable, but it was still nice to have an extra bed for my daughter to sleep in the living room. I read some negative reviews, but I imagine during a busy football or other big event weekend, it’s possible that cleaning shortcuts may take place, but we would definitely look to stay here again if available.

1.0

Nov 2024

Upon check in, found room with some sort of goop all over the walls. Looked like dried soda, some sort of food smeared on the entry door. I booked two rooms and they switched the larger one that I booked all week with a much smaller one that I had only requested for two nights. Kitchens are convenient but wouldn’t stay again.

2.5

Nov 2024

Very clean, very comfortable. Breakfast was awesome!

1.5

Nov 2024

Needed the pullout couch… mattress was disgusting. Could not use. The restaurant/lounge has need permanently closed since end of October, had to go to front desk for a bar of soap. Front desk person was welcoming.

2.0

Nov 2024

The suite floor plan was great, as was having two TVs, a full size fridge, and a kitchenette. As this is an older property, it's starting to show its age. The staff was very friendly and helpful, but the desk clerk at checkout was also performing housekeeping chores...hire more help! Complaints are few...there was no bar soap (front desk said their supply truck had been delayed 3 times), and the shower attached bottle for body wash was empty. Also, if you're looking for the ice bucket and cups, they're kept hidden away in a kitchen cabinet!

2.0

Nov 2024

Have stayed here many times. Seemed a little tired looking. Thursday breakfast was almost empty at 810 and it didnt ed until 9.

1.5

Oct 2024

Large executive room for a great price. Very much enjoyed the facilities and layout. However, for some reason, there was no soap for the sink or the shower. The front desk had no soap available. I thought this was a standard amenity.

2.5

Oct 2024

The hotel is well maintained and we enjoyed the suite. Much better than just a room.

1.0

Oct 2024

So we had a family get togather out of town over that way. We got a room. Bathroom floor was busted up, Trim pieces missing in the living room. We turned heater on and almost has to evacuate the room it stunk so bad. Had a dish washer in the kitchen. But it was full of dirty dishess. Pretty gross.

2.0

Oct 2024

They were very helpful in getting us checked in remotely when our travel plans changed to ensure we would still have a room when we got there on a busy game weekend.

2.5

Sep 2024

Easy check in and nice that the hot tub and pool are open late

5.0

Sep 2024

The pool is indoor and tiny. The hot tub is pretty run down and wasn't very hot. But over all it was a great place for the price.

4.0

Sep 2024

Clean and affordable

1.0

Sep 2024

It was dirty are room ether had mold in it or dust but not safe for a baby to be there in my opinion

5.0

Aug 2024

Great location with proximity to Iowa State and several stores like Five Below, Rally House, and TJ Maxx right across the street. Scooters Coffee is right next to the hotel and there's a great bar/pizza place attached! (Old Chicago Pizza and Taproom). There was a little confusion when we first checked in...the front desk agent said we only had two nights reserved and not three, but the front desk guy the next night (Bill) confirmed we were good. Also, our room key didn't work at first, but we were given a new room. The new room didn't have soap, bed linens for the pullout couch, or a remote control (probably because it wasn't supposed to be occupied), but the front desk took care of us. Breakfast was good and overall hospitality was great. We will definitely be back!

5.0

Aug 2024

Spacious rooms, friendly staff, beds and bathrooms are little old.

2.0

Aug 2024

Poorly managed! Toilet seat so loose that about ready to fall on the floor. Area by bedroom vent was lined with either dirt or mold. Curtains were not hung correctly. Outside bushes terrible!!! First room assigned had been used and the bed was not made. Hey...when no one cares...it will show.

5.0

Aug 2024

I liked the cleanliness and food options

1.0

Aug 2024

This place was terrible! Walked into room and carpet wasn’t vacuumed, food on the table and sheets! Beds/pillows were so uncomfortable couldn’t even sleep! Breakfast ok!

3.0

Aug 2024

This is an alright property, definitely needs some updating. The dishwasher said it was clean yet the dishes looked dirty and still had powder in the slot. We reran it, and the powder did not change. The pans looked very bad. I mainly booked this one so we could cook there but would not cook on those pans. When we came to check in - I stood there a bit and that saw a guy walk out on his phone and he looked at me. I than picked up the phone to dial '0' and than he turned around to come help me check in. Than when we left, we saw the Orcan man so I rechecked our beds just to make sure there was no bugs anywhere.

3.0

Aug 2024

Property is a bit dated. Furniture needs to be replaced. But overall, worked its purpose.

2.5

Aug 2024

Good rooms and beds. Comfortable!! Hot tub was very sandy and was in need of repairs to the tile and gunite.

2.5

Aug 2024

My family loved it. We will stay again.

4.0

Aug 2024

Good for the price.

0.5

Aug 2024

We booked for a suite and was given no pots or pans, rusted silverware and knives. Small pools and the hot tub had sand in the bottom. The beds are very uncomfortable and has stains all over it. TVs didn’t work, phone never worked. Staff were really rude. Highly disappointed with this place.

1.5

Aug 2024

The staff was great and breakfast was good as well. During our stay I had gotten several bug bites during our stay. An issue i didnt stress due to my children not having any bites. The day we checked out, I had spoken to a friend and show them the bites and the pictures of the bug and was informed that it looked like bed bugs! When I called the hotel, the woman on the phone was very understanding and helpful. She provided an email address for the manager who, unfortunately, never responded to my email

2.5

Aug 2024

People were friendly and the hotel had what you needed for a comfortable stay.

4.0

Aug 2024

Hotel room was big and clean, but wear and tear made it feel a little less clean. We arrived late and only stayed one night, so we can’t weigh in on much. Breakfast was okay. Seemed a bit short staffed (front desk person was vacuuming upstairs when we arrived and working breakfast when we checked out). We would stay there again for price.

2.5

Aug 2024

In town to see granddaughters presentation. Had a time getting ahold of someone to register me, however, made up with the room I checked into. Clean and fresh, only downside was the noise of the air conditioner.

5.0

Aug 2024

Overall very nice location, staff and convenience

2.5

Jul 2024

Great clean room and bathroom. Breakfast was subpar with cold sausage but was willing to accept it because of the quality of the room.

1.5

Jul 2024

Check In: easy, quick, polite and professional service. Lobby/Breakfast Area: nice on first view. Days 2-3 smelled like a dirty diaper… not sure if there was trash that hadn’t been taken out? No convenience items other than diapers available. Room: outdated, but good enough. Very very thin walls and limited/thin blankets. Dirty dishes in the dishwasher (I’m sure we could have asked for detergent if we had wanted to use them). Door knob of closet literally not actually attached, wall panel fell off when slightly bumper and we had to put it back, couch smelled strongly of disinfectant, tub didn’t drain well, and lots of paint falling off the walls. All that said it was “clean enough” I didn’t feel uncomfortable staying there 2 nights, but it wasn’t “pleasant”. Breakfast: Waffle maker ok. Coffee was really really bad with only powdered creamer provided. Powdered eggs and semi-warm precooked breakfast sausage. Pastries and cereal also available, but the eggs/sausage/coffee were poor enough we didn’t eat breakfast here on day 2. Scooters has decent coffee for $2. Other: Didn’t use pool or gym, but hot tub is out of order. Overall, it was “good enough” but I wouldn’t stay there again if there were other options.

2.0

Jul 2024

We have been staying at this hotel for 4 years while our child attended ISU. The rooms are no longer stocked with the shampoo, soap, coffee and even the hairdryer was gone. When we ask for these items, It takes a long time because the hotel is understaffed. The breakfast and coffee are no longer worth eating from the breakfast area because the food or utensils are empty. The few hired staff try their hardest, but there is too much work for them to get it done promptly. It seems the hotel may be under new management and they are not employing enough staff and trying to get by on the cheap. We will no longer be staying there.

4.0

Jul 2024

Need to hire a general maintenance person to change light bulbs, fix running toilet, coffee pot and some painting touch up (in food area). Had nice staff.

2.0

Jul 2024

Room was dirty in several spots. Repairs done to the room were very noticeable and tacky. Door mechanisms were dated and faulty.

4.0

Jul 2024

The man at the front desk was very friendly and helpful!

4.0

Jul 2024

Room was a cute layout and nice size. Breakfast was solid but anyone gluten free might need a back up plan. Loved the full size fridge and overall amenities. Kitchen utensils were a little hit and miss. Not complete sets of things and lacked a bit if you truly plan to cook there. May have been able to request more, but we didn’t try that.

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Ames?

The average price for a rental in Ames is £84 per night. This rental is £9 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at GrandStay Hotel & Suites. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at GrandStay Hotel & Suites. Enjoy the water!

Is GrandStay Hotel & Suites pet friendly?

Yes! This hotel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Hotel in Ames, IA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Ames, IA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Accessible, 1 bedroom)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Hotel in Ames, IA

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Ames, IA

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Accessible, 1 bedroom)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Ames?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is GrandStay Hotel & Suites pet friendly?

What amenities are available at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

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