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Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ames with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames is steps from Iowa State University, offering guests a hearty breakfast each morning. Enjoy the fitness center, indoor pool, and business center for productive stays. Guests value the reliable WiFi and staff who consistently deliver memorable service.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Studio, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2100 Southeast 16th Street, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Reiman Gardens - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Iowa State University - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Park - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

Hotel near Iowa State University
At Hampton Inn & Suites Ames, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, 1 meeting room, and a front-desk safe
  • A vending machine, an elevator, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 90 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 55-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • LED light bulbs, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hampton Inn & Suites Ames have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Hampton Inn & Suites Ames pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hampton Inn & Suites Ames?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn & Suites Ames?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn & Suites Ames?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hampton Inn & Suites Ames located?

Situated in Ames, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cinemark Ames Movies 12, Ames Dog Park, and Main Street Cultural District. Octagon Center for the Arts and Country Gables Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 540 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 540 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 540 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 540 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 540 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always our favorite place to stay while visiting ames
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suwicha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area is very safe. The room is very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend you 100 guaranteed the next time we’re gonna be in that hotel again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kroczak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area to visit son at Iowa State University
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, quite, clean, and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel I’ve stayed at in a long time! Large clean rooms and very comfortable beds. Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The furnishings where dated and stained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best choice in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying and the girl who checked us in was there both times and super friendly! Will be there again in 3 months!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love Hampton Inns!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was well ran .thanks to the staff and manager
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

I have stayed here quite a few times. They need to change up their breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean - staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for going to the ISU basketball game and visiting our son.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karli

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The bedding was comfortable and the staff was super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located in a nice area, traveled with small children and the hotel and staff eating was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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