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Americas Best Value Inn Story City

2.5 star property

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In the heart of Story City, Americas Best Value Inn Story City offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, 4 on-site restaurants, and a cozy coffee shop. Enjoy in-room WiFi while you plan your day and take advantage of barbecue grills for al fresco dining.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥8,522
￥9,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Story City is home to Americas Best Value Inn Story City. Cinemark Ames Movies 12 and Veenker Memorial Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wilson Farm Prairie and Ada Hayden Heritage Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hilton Coliseum or Jack Trice Stadium. Visit our Story City travel guide
Map
50248, IA, Story City, 1520 Broad Street

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District
    Main Street Cultural District
    15 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Iowa State University featuring a park and modern architecture
    Iowa State University
    18 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Story City Carousel
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    19 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Stephens Auditorium
    19 min drive - 31.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    8 min drive
  • Casey's
    11 min drive
  • Carousel Lanes
    3 min drive

About this property

Americas Best Value Inn Story City

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Americas Best Value Inn Story City and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and 4 restaurants. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Americas Best Value Inn Story City boast thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Viking Hotel Story City
Viking Story City
Viking Hotel Story City, Iowa
Viking Hotel Story City Iowa
Americas Story City Story City
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Hotel
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Story City
Americas Best Value Inn Story City Hotel Story City

Frequently asked questions

Is Americas Best Value Inn Story City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

As of Mar 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Americas Best Value Inn Story City on Mar 18, 2026 start from ￥8,522, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Americas Best Value Inn Story City?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Americas Best Value Inn Story City located?

Situated in Story City, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Story City Carousel and 10.2 mi (16.3 km) from Ada Hayden Heritage Park. Iowa State University and Main Street Cultural District are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Americas Best Value Inn Story City Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 289 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice big king bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price is great, people friendly, room clean comfortable. No complaints
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Various breakfast choices, good selections. Staff was friendly. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and the owners are kind. For the price, it is a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good people and good stay.

It's a really good room for the price. It's got everything you need for a really good stay.its also located in a nice area surrounded by restaurants groceries and gas stations.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Darcie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Staff was mostly reasonable. Location is right off the interstate and restaurant on property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean rooms comfortable bed. All around a nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean and very large. Furniture is outdated and worn but nothing too extreme. Bed was soft, probably a bit too soft. Breakfast was pretty non existent even though a waffle iron was there I never saw it turned on. Basically some cereal and toast. But for what you pay there isn't much to complain about. You have a good clean and safe room. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not stay for the breakfast but I am sure it was fine. I had the most pleasant 4 night stay with the most comfortable bed and room! The hotel was FULL but I didn't hear a thing from anyone. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TYLER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and safe
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. I hear the Mexican restaurant that’s attached is really good. Maybe next time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Wendell

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One night stay and room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
hotel is conveniently located and very quiet. love that they allow pets and have a great yard for them
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent Mexican restaurant right next-door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent Mexican restaurant right next-door. Very good quality sheets and a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No big issues with the room. Even though it’s an older hotel, the room was clean. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, price was right. Restaurant attached was good. not a big breakfast but price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Amenities
Good rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Older but clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a modest motel with much to be modest about, but certainly nothing to be embarrassed about. Although the furniture in the room was a bit eclectic, everything was clean and functional. Check in was quick and efficient. The attached Mexican restaurant seems to have quite a local following. Several other dining options and some shopping is all within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent hotel for the price

It was a pleasant surprise. Only down fall was vending machine was empty and no ice in ice machine. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. Was only there for a quick overnight stay for ISU graduation. Nice mexican restaurant hooked up to hotel and dairy queen across the street. The water in shower for me could have been hotter but i like hot showers. The showerhead is in bad need of replacement. The area with the sink had terrible lighting for putting on makeup but for an overnight stay it was worth the cost. Oh the tv was big but the remote wasnt synced with the tv so we couldnt change channels or volume.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Okay.

Clean and comfortable. Property is in rough condition. Poor parking lot. Bed too soft.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I very much loved the beds and pillows, they were so comfortable! Room was clean and spacious. I liked the fridge and microwave also. The front desk was super friendly, I just felt bad having to ring the bell. I thought I might be disrupting family or personal time. The outdoor side doors did not lock which concerned me slightly since anyone could enter, but I felt safe enough with deadbolt locked. Overall pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

It’s not the worst

They definitely need new mattresses-as they are a bit saggy. They mop the bathroom floor dirt into the corners, and the vacuuming was ok. The breakfast was better than I expected as there were make your own waffles. Otherwise, some fruit, cold cereal, coffee, toast, and yogurt. Overall, I have stayed in worse, I’d stay here again if I had to.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023