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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

2.5 star property
Fuel up for campus adventures. Stay active in our 24-hour gym or take it easy by our inviting pool.

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 362
SAR 406 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (LEISURE)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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2600 E 13th St, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Iowa State University - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 9 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Perkins Restaurant and Bakery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

Hotel near Iowa State University
Take advantage of free to-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • 1 meeting room, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 75 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Down comforters, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 45-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Roll-in shower
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facility
  • Indoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facility
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per day

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Ames Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Ames
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Ames
Holiday Inn Express Ames Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Ames, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Main Street Cultural District, Octagon Center for the Arts, and Furman Aquatic Center. Iowa State University and Larson Marsh are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 374 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 374 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 374 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 374 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 374 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very helpfull at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with comfortable bed and very quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, clean, awesome breakfast, helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The wonderful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
Comfortable room, friendly help.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jon

Front desk and breakfast service excellent. But stayed 2 nights and room not cleaned
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was excellent
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

TYRA

Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean & nice. The elevators were old & looked like the were in a pocket closet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rommel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean facility especially the room and the breakfast area. Breakfast is neatly prepared and tastes great. Highly recommended hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angilene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Very nice hotel. We have stayed at several in Ames and this is by far the nicest
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, good breakfast, friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Elliot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable. Employees were nice and helpful. The only negative were the eggs for breakfast. Not good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stat!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was excellent, very clean property and rooms. Comfortable beds and bedding, and the breakfast is excellent. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Bed was very comfortable and the shower was strong pressure. Breakfast as delicious. Would definitely stay again and I recommend this hotel. Staff was super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Nothing fancy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good breakfast helpful staff friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was near our destination and served our needs well. It offered breakfast, which was very satisfying. All of the bathroom features suited us, and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean is very important to me good breakfast friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cailee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stopped here for one night traveling through Iowa back home. Easy access right off 35 and right next to gas station. Super clean and nice facilities. Small pool, but clean. Great breakfast options. Comfy beds. Ames was a nice town with lots of food options. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is conveniently located and parking is easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022