Family Travel - AmericInn® Ames, IA
The Perfect Family Vacation in Ames Iowa
The Perfect Family Vacation in Ames Iowa With our convenient Ames Iowa hotel location, Kids Stay for Free program, spacious accommodations, indoor pool & whirlpool and complimentary AmericInn Perk breakfast, the AmericInn of Ames provides the ideal setting for your next family getaway in Iowa.
Ames, Iowa provides year-round entertainment for the whole family. From unique shopping districts to internationally renowned artists and performances, there is something for everyone. Home to Iowa State University, Ames has numerous Big XII sporting events to attend all year-round. Visit Ames on your next family vacation and come see what we have to offer!
Family Amenities and Features
- Children 18 and under stay free
- Complimentary AmericInn Perk Breakfast
- Complimentary Wireless High-Speed Internet
- Family/2 room suites available
- Rooms with mini-refrigerator and microwaves
- Heated Indoor Pool
- Laundry room
- Cable television
- Coffee maker and hair dryer in each room
Family Attractions and Activities
Ames Park and Rec
Phone: 515-239-5434
Hours of Operation: M-F 6am - 10pm, Sat 8am -6pm, Sun 12 - 8 pm
Boone Scenic Valley Railroad
Phone: 866-468-7630 for reservations
Website: www.scenic-valleyrr.com
Hours of Operation: Times vary; please call for details
Reiman Gardens
Phone: 515-294-2710
Hours of Operation: Tues - Sat 9:00am - 4:30 pm, Sun 11:00am - 4:30 pm
Admission: $3 for Children ages 4-17, $7 for adults, $6 for seniors
Story City Carousel
Phone: 515-733-4214
Hours of Operation: Mon, Tues, Thurs; 12:00 - 6:00 pm, Wed, Fri, Sun; 12:00 - 9:00 pm
Iowa Arboretum
40 Acres of trees shrubs and flowers
Phone: 515-795-3216
Hours of Operation (office): 8:30-4:30 pm - Ground Hrs are sunrise to sunset
Admission: Donations are appreciated
Website: iowaarboretum.org for events
Perfect Games
The city's place for bowling, arcade games and indoor laser tag. Open all year round for family fun.
Address: 1320 Dickinson Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Distance: 7 mi
Phone: 515-598-2695
Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 11am-Midnght, Friday-Saturday 11am-1am
Movies 12
This local movie theatre features 12 different screens, with great popcorn and candy to accompany your movie.
Address: 1317 Buckeye Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Distance: 2 mi
Phone: 515-232-5029
Hours of Operation: view cinemark.com for movies and show-times
Seven Oaks Recreation
Located right outside of Boone, Seven Oaks offers skiing, snowboarding and snow-tubing during the winter season. For summer enjoy mountain biking trails, kayaking, canoeing, river-tubes and paintball.
Address: 1086 222nd Drive, Boone, IA 50036
Phone: 515-432-9457
Hours of Operation: visit sevenoaksrec.com for details and scheduling
Kil N Time Studio
We are a "paint your own pottery shop" that offers glass fusion, mosaics, clay, technique classes and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts, too! Address: 330 Main Street Suite 2, Ames, IA 50010
Phone: 515-233-5522
Hours of Operation: 10am-6pm
