Family Travel - AmericInn^® of Hampton, IA

The Perfect Family Destination - Hampton, Iowa

With its convenient location, Kids Stay for Free program, spacious family-style accommodations and signature suites sleeping up to 5 people, complimentary AmericInn Perk breakfast and high-speed Internet access, the AmericInn Lodge & Suites of Hampton provides the ideal setting for your next family vacation. In the fall and winter, skiing, sledding, and hot chocolate by the fireplace will keep everyone in high spirits. In the spring and summertime you'll find hiking, swimming, golf, fishing, and more for the whole family to enjoy together. There are numerous area attractions and events that will provide lots of fun for the entire family.

Family Attractions and Activities

Beeds Lake State Park & Spillway - The Park features a no-wake lake, swimming beach, campground, hiking trail & several handicapped-accessible fishing jetties and docks. As well as seasonal boat rentals & a bait house.
Address: 1422 165th Street, Hampton, IA 50441
Distance: 3 miles NW of Hampton on Nettle Ave.
Phone: 641-456-2047
Hours of Operation: 7am – 10pm

The Dragon's Eye – Haunted Barn
Address: 1262 170th Street, Hampton, IA 50441
Distance: 5.33 miles
Phone: 641-456-4944
Hours of Operation: Open during Halloween season

East Park - 9 hole disc golf course
Address: Highway 3 E, Hampton, IA 50441
Distance: 2 miles E
Phone: 641-456-4853
Hours of Operation: 24 hours

Franklin County Fair/Convention Center
Address: Hwy 3 West, Hampton, IA 50441
Distance: 3 blocks E
Phone: 641-456-2049
Hours of Operation: Seasonal – 150th, Franklin County Fair July 15 – 19, 2009

Windsor Theatre -  In 1913, the Windsor Theater was constructed. It was an opera house for vaudeville acts and road shows. It was also used as a lodge by Windsor Lodge No. 71 of the Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias (aka "The Windsor Company"). Today it still displays the original marquee and continues to show movies 7 nights a week, with a Sunday matinee.
Address: 103 N Federal St, Hampton, IA 50441
Distance: 5 blocks
Phone: 641-456-4389
Hours of Operation: 7pm Sun-Thurs, 7pm & 9/9:30pm Fri & Sat, 2pm Sunday Matinee

Metropolitan Theatre - Historic Movie Theatre
Address: 515 Washington Ave, Iowa Falls, IA 50126
Distance: 17 miles
Phone: 641-648-3605
Hours of Operation: Mon – Thurs 7/7:10pm or 9:20/9:30pm, Fri – Sun 2/2:10, 7/7:10, 9:20/30  

Pla-Mor Bowl - Bowling Alley, Pizza & Burgers, Beverages & Games
Address: 736 S Oak St, Iowa Falls, IA 50126
Distance: 17 miles
Phone: 641-648-9740
Hours of Operation: Mon & Tues 11am – 10 pm, Wed & Thurs 4pm – 10pm, Fri & Sat 3pm-1am, Sunday 3pm – 10pm

Mason City Community Theatre
Address: 215 S Delaware, Mason City, IA
Distance: 30 miles
Phone: 641-424-6424
Hours of Operation: Please call ahead, hours vary

Cinema V Theatres - Movie Complex
Address: Southbridge Mall, Mason City, IA
Distance: 30 miles
Phone: 641-423-6999
Hours of Operation: Multiple showings, please call ahead

CEC Theatres - Movie Complex
Address: 4710 4th St SW, Mason City, IA
Distance: 30 miles
Phone: 641-421-1617
Hours of Operation: Multiple showings, please call ahead 

Music Man Square
Address: 308 S Pennsylvania Ave, Mason City, IA
Distance: 30 miles
Phone: 641-424-2852
Hours of Operation: Varied, please call ahead

Swinging Bridge - This 200-foot-long- pedestrian suspension bridge links Assembly Park with downtown Iowa Falls.
Address: Located on the West end of Rocksylvania Ave, Iowa Falls, IA
Distance: 17 miles S

Maynes Grove - This 280-acre area has a 12-acre lake stocked with bass and bluegill. Piers are easily accessible for users with limited mobility. Along the 12-mile hiking, horseback riding and cross country skiing trail prairie flowers cover the ground.
Address: Hwy 65 S, Hampton, IA 50441
Distance: 4 miles S

Iowa River - Camping & picnicking sites, nature trails, and Native American burial grounds. The area is popular with water-skiers, boaters and tubing enthusiasts.
Address: Iowa Falls, IA
Distance: 17 miles S

WKW Conservation Park - 1.8-mile trail for hiking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing.
Distance: The Park is located 1 mile N & 1 mile E of Hampton on 54 acres.

Meyer Municipal Aquatic Center - Swimming pool & Miniature Golf Course: interactive equipment, fountains, bubblers, a diving area, waterslides and areas for recreational, instructional and competitive swimming. The leisure pool design also provides sand play area, grass areas, and expanded deck areas.
Address: 101 E Rocksylvania Ave, Iowa Falls, IA 50126
Distance: 17 miles
Phone: 641-648-6455

Calkins Nature Area - The nature center area contains 76 acres, which consists of woodland, wetland, and reconstructed native prairie and is bordered by the Iowa River. A popular attraction is a live wildlife exhibit featuring over 80 different species of animal including pheasants, waterfowl, fallow deer, raptors, amphibians, and reptiles. A system of two miles of trails provides access to the nature area for outdoor enthusiasts of all types. An arboretum is also located near the prairie.
Address: 18355 135th St, Iowa Falls, IA 50126
Distance: 20 miles
Phone/FAX: 641/648-9878

Coulter City Park - 9 hole disc golf course
Address: Main Street, Coulter, IA 50431
Distance: 9 miles W
Hours of Operation: 7am – 10pm

Lady of the Lake - Cruise Clear Lake on this authentic sternwheeler paddleboat. Featuring an enclosed lower level and open upper level with tables and chairs.
Address: Seawall Downtown, Clear Lake, IA
Distance: 45 minutes N
Phone: 641-357-2243
Hours of Operation: Mid-May through October.
Admission: $12 adults, $6 children under 12.

Theme Park & Aquatic Attraction - Adventureland & Kokomo Kove, easy to find. Located on interstate 80 exit 142A, just East of Des Moines.
Hours of Operation: Open April – September 10:00 am – 10:00pm

Blank Park Zoo - Do the zoo!!
Address: 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315
Distance: 90 miles, Use exit 96
Phone: 515-323-8383
Hours of Operation: The Zoo is open year round.

Diamond Jo Casino - Slots, table games, gift shop, Big Wheel Bar, Farmers Feast Restaurant, Burger King, and Starbucks
Address: 777 Diamond Jo Lane, Northwood, IA 50459
Distance: I35 at the Iowa/Minnesota Boarder. 1 hour N
Phone: 1-877-323-5566
Hours of Operation: Open seven days a week 8am – 3am daily, with 24 hour gaming on Fridays and Saturdays. Must be 21 years of age.

Family Amenities and Features

• Complimentary AmericInn Perk Breakfast
• Complimentary High-Speed Wireless Internet
• Spacious accommodations
• Family/2 Room suites available
• Room with refrigerators and microwaves
• Game area
• Heated Indoor Pool
• Whirlpool
• Laundry room
• Cable television with HBO
• Coffee maker and hair dryer in each room
• Free afternoon cookies

Family Attractions and Activities in the Area

• State Park 4 mi
• Hiking 4 mi
• Cross Country Skiing 5 mi
• Golf 8 mi
• Fishing 4 mi
• Canoeing 4 mi
• Walking Trails 2 mi
• Outdoor Pool Park 1 mi