Welcome to Ames, IA! Below you will find our official conference hotel with a special group rate, dining recommendations, and can’t-miss experiences around Iowa State University.
Conference Hotel – Group Rate
For our non-ISU attendees, we have blocked off a limited number of rooms for a discounted rate at the Sleep Inn Suites in Ames, IA. These rooms are booked from Thursday the 5th, before the night before the conference begins, to the morning after the conference has concluded on Sunday the 8th.
There are a limited number of rooms available for the discounted rate so once you have filled out your registration for your universities attendees, make sure to book your rooms as soon as possible using the link below or calling the hotel directly at 515-337-1171
Ames’s Dining Experiences
Aunt Maude’s
547 Main St, Ames IA 50010
Aunt Maude’s is a superbly popular spot in Ames known for its long history, high class, diverse menu and wonderful atmosphere.
Cafe Beaudelaire
2504 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
Located right in the heart of Ames campus life, Cafe Beaudelaire is a staple for ISU students as a lively, small restaurant on Lincoln Way. Cafe Beaudelaire is the Soul of Brasil in the Heart of Iowa. Beau-del-Aire, derived from the French poet Baudelaire, roughly translates to the beauty of the air. Opened in 1990, Cafe Beaudelaire has always been a place to meet individuals from all over the world and share their experiences.
Macubana
116 Welch Ave, Ames, IA, 50014
Macubana stands for Mac and cheese and Cubano sandwiches. Today you can find different variations of both items on the menu. At the location outside the bustling Welch Avenue night life, they now serve Mac bowls, Cubano Sandwiches, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Burgers, Gyros, Empanadas, Belgian Fries & more.