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A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

A spacious room with a large table in the center, surrounded by chairs. The room has large windows with multiple views of the outdoors.

A dining table with decorative items, including a Buddha statue, candle, and vases.

A hotel reception desk with a sign reading "QUBE HOTEL," a framed certificate, a digital screen, and a plant.

1. Qube Hotel

12.4 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Frank

RM327

RM387 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A hallway with a red carpet leading to a restaurant named "The Iowa Stater Restaurant."

A modern hotel room with a central seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

2. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

13.3 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Mary Kay

RM397

RM444 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A coffee station with branded dispensers and a coffee machine, a wall-mounted sign, and a large abstract painting.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bright ceiling light fixture.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

18.7 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Christopher

RM344

RM385 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A lobby with a stone fireplace, orange and gray seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large windows with views, and a tiled floor.

4. Spark by Hilton Ames

13.1 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Michaella

RM378

RM423 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A modern hotel with a stone facade, labeled "Springhill Suites by Marriott," featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, and a large artwork on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a dining space, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden cabinetry, a self-service beverage station, and a staircase leading to another level.

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

15.5 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Judith

RM409

RM458 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, and a view of the city.

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden wall pattern, a sign indicating it's a Hilton property, and a reception counter.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

6. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

19.7 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

MELINDA

RM395

RM442 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a rack of dumbbells.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.

7. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

13.3 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Craig

RM366

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker ottomans, and a sofa under a pergola with string lights.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by wooden chairs and tables, and a wall with a motivational quote.

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton," and a fruit display.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

8. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

16 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Selena M

RM398

RM446 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, and a TV.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a diving board, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

A Staybridge Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a central entrance.

9. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

15.9 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Victor

RM417

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

14.1 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Stacey

RM358

RM400 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar seating, and pendant lighting.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar area, and seating.

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Ames

14.4 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Katherine

RM339

RM380 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a mirror.

A Sonesta Essential Hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking lot.

A swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, surrounded by chairs and tables.

12. Sonesta Essential Ames

16.1 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

William

RM261

RM293 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and illuminated signage.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a lounge area with chairs, and a view of the outside through patterned windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

A breakfast station with a flat-top griddle, a coffee machine, and a sign directing to the daily grind.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

18.5 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Nalee

RM465

RM561 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A lobby with a fireplace, green and blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a reception desk.

A swimming pool with a 4' 12" depth, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

14. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

14.7 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Mary

RM404

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a stone fireplace, and a grill.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, and a bar area with stools.

15. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

15.8 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Debra

RM477

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

15.8 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Douglas

RM309

RM346 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and a view through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a television, and a microwave.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a wooden staircase, and a blue mat with "American Inn" text.

17. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

16 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Jonathan

RM342

RM383 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern breakfast bar with a variety of food options, including fruits, sandwiches, and beverages.

A modern retail space with a central island stocked with beverages, surrounded by shelves of snacks and packaged goods.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

19.7 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Ervin

RM495

RM554 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a view of autumn foliage through large windows.

A living room with a sofa, a patterned armchair, a dining area, a kitchen, and a desk with a computer.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a clock, and a sign for Quality Inn & Suites by Choice Hotels.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and several chairs around the pool.

19. Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

18.9 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Justin

RM255

RM286 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large clock on the wall.

A Country Inn & Suites hotel with a large parking lot, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a television.

20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

16 km from Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Melanie E

RM323

RM362 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Qube Hotel	8.4 Very good 790 reviews	View
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University	9.2 Wonderful 1,380 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines	8.8 Excellent 764 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Ames	9.2 Wonderful 130 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames	9.4 Exceptional 644 reviews	View

Top Trailhead Park and Arboretum Hotel Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great - I had a bunch of girls with me for a birthday party, and the woman who was running breakfast was so considerate of them. It was very nice to see. I wish I would have caught her name!"

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Quiet room."

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay"

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was amazing and my room was great!"

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff and comfy beds!"

Sonesta Essential Ames

8/10 Good

"Great location"

Spark by Hilton Ames

10/10 Excellent

"Just a great property. Great staff clean well appointed rooms good breakfast"

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"As advertised"

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Staff was helpful with recommendations and accommodations. Rooms were clean and well tidy. Pool could use a little more tlc."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Trailhead Park and Arboretum?

Trailhead Park and Arboretum is located in Slater. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay near Trailhead Park and Arboretum?

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. You'll find it 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Trailhead Park and Arboretum. Other good options in the area include Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites and Spark by Hilton Ames.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Trailhead Park and Arboretum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Trailhead Park and Arboretum.

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Our top choices for Trailhead Park and Arboretum hotels

1. Qube Hotel

2. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

4. Spark by Hilton Ames

5. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

6. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

7. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

8. Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

9. Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ames near ISU Campus

11. Hilton Garden Inn Ames

12. Sonesta Essential Ames

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

14. Comfort Inn and Suites Ames near ISU Campus

15. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

16. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

17. AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

19. Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

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Top Trailhead Park and Arboretum Hotel Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames

Spark by Hilton Ames

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Other attractions near Trailhead Park and Arboretum

Slater Public Library

Nelson Park

Earl Grim Park

Southside Park

Sheldahl City Hall

Snus Hill Vineyard and Winery

Railroad Park

Nordkalsem Park

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