Wedding Hotels in Ames, IA

Getting Married in Ames

Engine's wedding hotels in Ames include properties near Iowa State University with reception and banquet facilities to host your big day. The Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University leads the list with about 4,400 square feet in its largest event space, the Garden Room, which accommodates up to 850 people, plus 19 event spaces and 187 guest rooms. Couples, wedding planners, and guests booking a room block can search, compare, and reserve these hotels on Engine.

Ames offers a range of hotels with banquet and event facilities for couples planning a wedding or coordinating out-of-town guest accommodations. These hotels feature ballrooms and reception spaces of varying sizes, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations, with amenities like on-site catering and coordination varying by property. You can search and book guest rooms at these hotels on Engine, and for a block of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking.

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Same order as the list above: ranked by event space, with a tilt toward hotels that list wedding services, a reception hall, or banquet space. Space and amenity details come from each hotel's own records. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.

#	Hotel	Event space	Guest rooms	Wedding services	Reception hall	Banquet space	Guest rating
1	Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University	4,389 sq ft	187				4.6 (1,393)
2	Hilton Garden Inn Ames	2,240 sq ft	112				4.3 (903)
3	Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus	8,400 sq ft	120				3.5 (514)
4	TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames	2,500 sq ft	89	–	–	–	4.6 (309)
5	Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG	1,500 sq ft	82	–	–	–	4.5 (143)
6	Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA	1,176 sq ft	78	–	–	–	3.9 (1,000)
7	AmericInn by Wyndham Ames	1,000 sq ft	66	–	–	–	4.2 (1,000)
8	Hampton Inn & Suites Ames	720 sq ft	90	–	–	–	4.7 (636)
9	Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames	648 sq ft	–	–	–	–	4.8 (92)
10	GrandStay Hotel & Suites	634 sq ft	53	–	–	–	3.7 (1,091)
11	Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG	450 sq ft	75	–	–	–	4.3 (456)
12	Iowa House	400 sq ft	13	–	–	–	4.8 (888)
13	SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames	216 sq ft	96	–	–	–	4.7 (658)
14	Econo Lodge Ames Area	1,152 sq ft	85	–	–	–	3.3 (442)
15	Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames	900 sq ft	66	–	–	–	3.9 (1,002)

Frequently asked questions

How do I book a block of rooms for out-of-town guests attending a wedding in Ames?

If you need nine or more guest rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking for you. For eight rooms or fewer, you can search, compare, and book self-serve on Engine. Either way, you'll have access to pre-negotiated rates and consolidated invoicing.

What amenities can wedding guests expect at these hotels?

Most properties offer amenities like complimentary parking, wifi, on-site dining, and fitness centers, though specifics vary by hotel. Some also provide shuttle service to nearby attractions or the airport serving Ames. Check each property's listing on Engine to confirm what's available for your guests.

What should I look for in a wedding hotel in Ames?

A good fit typically includes dedicated reception and banquet space, on-site guest rooms for you and your guests, and space for getting ready before the ceremony. The hotels on this list range from properties with multiple event spaces to those with large ballrooms that can host hundreds of guests. Look for a layout and capacity that match your vision for the day.

Can Engine help with both guest rooms and booking the reception space?

Yes. For guest-room blocks of nine or more, Engine Groups manages the booking. The hotel's event and reception space can be searched and booked through Engine Spaces, Engine's free marketplace of hotel meeting and event spaces across the U.S. and Canada, or you can arrange it with the property directly.

How does billing work when I book a room block for my wedding?

Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you receive one clear bill for the entire block. You'll also have multiple payment options and no membership fee to use the platform. This makes it easier to manage expenses and keep everything organized as your big day approaches.

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Wedding Hotels in Ames

Getting Married in Ames

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

Iowa House

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

Econo Lodge Ames Area

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

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