<p>Hi There…Sorry this is a little late, but I hope it still helps. DD is a Senior this Fall and we love driving up to campus. From Chicago.
Generally we stay at either the Hampton Inn or at the Fairfield. The Hilton Garden Inn is nice also. All three are less than 5 minutes from campus and are easy in and out during big events like game day, etc.</p>
<p>Hickory Park is the BEST BBQ! And their ice cream is amazing also.</p>
<p>Don’t miss going down to Main Street and walking up and down. There are lots of great stores, boutiques and shops from clothing to toys to jewelry. Easy to spend an afternoon there.</p>
<p>Driving in and passing Jack Trice Stadium still gives me goosebumps! We love Iowa State. If anyone has any questions please feel free to PM me! I am happy to help.</p>