The Econo Lodge Ames is ideally located near many popular destinations including Iowa State University, North Grand Mall, Ames Municipal Airport, Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad, Reiman Gardens and Iowa National Guard. Additional nearby attractions include: USDA-VS-NVSL facility, River Valley Park, Hunziker Youth Sports Complex and ISU Ice Arena. Hotel features: free hot breakfast including biscuits and gravy and waffles, free newspaper, 24 hour front desk, indoor heated pool, free wireless Internet in all rooms and free local calls.