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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ames with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Front of property - evening/night
Indoor pool
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2600 E 13th St, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Iowa State University - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Hilton Coliseum - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles

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 American Food Co. - ‬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
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • 1 meeting room, coffee/tea in the lobby, 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

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • 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
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
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
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 300 at check-out
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 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • 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
  • Bed sheets fee: USD 25 per bed, per night (or guests may bring their own)
  • Towels fee: USD 30 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

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: 2:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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. 198 out of 385 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 385 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 385 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 385 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 385 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

Property was clean, staff friendly and provided parking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

Excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Clean and what a hotel should be
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Clean rooms, good breakfast, very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Clean. Friendly staff. Super fast check in
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Nice and peaceful experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great rooms, clean, awesome breakfast, helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Clean hotel with comfortable bed and very quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

very helpfull at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

The staff was super friendly and the rooms were clean. What more can you ask for?
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Comfortable room, friendly help.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

The wonderful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Front desk staff was excellent
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10

Very nice hotel in good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

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

8/10

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

10/10

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

Comfortable, good breakfast, friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

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

good breakfast helpful staff friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10

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

8/10

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

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

10/10

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