Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 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, an IHG Hotel
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, an IHG Hotel. 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
Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and 1 meeting room
Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe
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
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 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, an IHG Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames, an IHG Hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames, an IHG Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames, an IHG Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames, an IHG Hotel 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 Ames Dog Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames, an IHG Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 366 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 366 reviews" "
8 - Good
112
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 366 reviews" "
6 - Okay
40
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 366 reviews" "
4 - Poor
20
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2 - Terrible
10
9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Julie
23 November 2024
Julie
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
TYRA
18 November 2024
Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean & nice.
The elevators were old & looked like the were in a pocket closet.
Dakota was very professional and helpful. He called me when my room was ready and I was able to check in early. The rooms are clean, the beds are comfy and the people are so kind. Breakfast was delicious and Larry was so helpful and kind.
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!