I'm in my huge spotless room looking at a beautiful fern hanging over a long balcony filled with rocking chairs. This Iowan owned hotel is clean and convenient, sporting the largest pool in the State. Later I'll saunter over to the Machine Shed for a thrasher meal, then nap in my quiet homey room. more

This is the second time that we stayed here, this time with our son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren. We were not disappointed, the rooms were very clean and checkin and checkout went very smoothly. Our grandchildren enjoyed the pool, the manager even let them swim during the adult time because of our late checkin due to traveling. The only downside and... more

Stayed here one night the end of March 2009. Nice rooms. Clean. Staff was very friendly. Pool looked very nice. Breakfast was fine. Would stay here again. more

I recently had to spend five days in Des Moines on business so rather than commute from Ames, where I live, I decided to stay here. I was very pleased with the hotel. My room was fairly large and had a separate area, set off by a room divider, with couch and chairs, as well as a refrigerator. Satellite TV,... more

I stayed here with my parents during the Iowa State Fair. Although we are 3 grown adults, we found our suite met our needs well and the hotel itself was very accommodating. Although I slept on the pull-out couch, I have slept on worse couches in my time! We found our suite quite spacious for the price. The breakfast was... more

This was the 5th birthday party we've had for our two daughters and as always, the staff was execeptional. We would not take our business anywhere else. Our room was awesome and the staff as usual made sure our every need was taken care of. We recommend your hotel to everyone. Every time we've stayed, the service and room were... more

Looks like no one else reviewed this hotel since I submitted my first review a year ago. This time I have a few negative comments to add based on a repeat stay and hence more experience with this hotel. We booked a one room "suite" (low room divider). The room setup (arrangement of furniture) was inconvenient as follows: - No... more

I stumbled across this location by accident, and I was very glad of my good fortune. Clean, quiet, and near the Living History Farms exhibit... as well as having a very short walk to the excellent Machine Shed Restaurant. I intend to return! more

Our family stayed at this property for one night, and it was very nice. It was 100 degrees outside, but nice and cool in the hotel. Our room was very clean, appointed nicely with a refrigerator, and coffee maker. Checking in and out was very fast. The front desk people were very courteous. The pool is nice, and their continental... more