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Iowa House

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A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee and tea stations, and a decorative sign. - Iowa House (Ames)
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sign reading "Be our Guest," and a "WELCOME" sign. - Iowa House (Ames)
A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large clock on the wall. - Iowa House (Ames)
A two-story brick house with a gabled roof, a front entrance with a door, and a small porch with potted plants. - Iowa House (Ames)
A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, a TV mounted on the wall, and a skylight. - Iowa House (Ames)
Close to Iowa State University and Jack Trice Stadium, Iowa House provides free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and an arcade/game room. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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View all photos for Loft Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Suite 301)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a television, and a window with blinds.

Loft Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Suite 301)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 100)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair. There are two windows with blinds, a door, and a wall-mounted TV.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 100)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds (Room 101 & 102)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 201)

A bedroom with a bed, two wall-mounted picture frames, a chair, and a standing fan.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 201)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 202)

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 202)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 203)

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a television, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 203)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 204)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 204)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 205)

A neatly made bed with a patterned quilt, a bedside lamp, and a television on a stand to the left.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 205)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 206)

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread and matching pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with blinds, and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 206)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 302)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 302)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Room 304)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Room 304)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 306)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 306)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 101)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ames is home to Iowa House. Veenker Memorial Golf Course and Cinemark Ames Movies 12 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Christiansen Forest Reserve and Wilson Farm Prairie. Furman Aquatic Center and Octagon Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Visit our Ames travel guide
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405 Hayward Ave., Ames, IA, 50014

What's nearby

  • A modern building with large windows and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.
    Iowa State University
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A modern glass building with a metal framework, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and flowers.
    Reiman Gardens
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stephens Auditorium
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Iowa State Center
    17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hilton Coliseum
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
    7 min walk
  • Welch Ave. Station
    4 min walk
  • Roni's Mac Bar
    8 min walk
  • Jeff's Pizza Shop
    8 min walk
  • Jimmy John's
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 325 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per stay

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 50.0 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 per stay

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 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Iowa House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Iowa House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iowa House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Iowa House located?

Situated in Ames, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Iowa State University, Farm House Museum, and Stephens Auditorium. Iowa State Center and Brunnier Art Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Iowa House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 726 out of 882 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 882 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 882 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 882 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 882 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cody

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Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ted

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Unique quiet location and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

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Had a great stay. Delicious breakfast and snacks, good conversations with Cyclone families.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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I liked the ease of booking and the key codes to access the property and room, the room was very clean and the staff were very nice and conversational. Can’t wait to return and stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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This hotel offers friendly staff, a convenient location near campus, and reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

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Tyler did a fantastic job in the AM for breakfast 👏
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

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This place is comfortable and homey. We always stay here when we’re in Ames!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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Clean room. Charming cottage style house with great location close to ISU campus. Lofted suite is perfect for parents traveling with a student.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

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Very cute bed and breakfast. The staff are very helpful and pleasant. The rooms are cute, clean and quiet. I forgot to bring my pillow, and their pillows were a little on the tough side, but otherwise everything was comfortable and I slept well. For breakfast, a few more options for the hot items would be nice, but overall I really enjoyed everything they provided. I plan to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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Delicious breakfast, comfortable room and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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The staff are friendly, rooms are clean, and the breakfast every morning is delicious
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keely

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The space was clean and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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Friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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Really enjoyed my stay at the Iowa house. It was clean, well-located, and had a very cozy feel to it. The bed was comfortable and had full-size pillows, which is important to me.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

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I love the Iowa House! I spent three days there in May and five days in August. The location is perfect--a 19th century house in a beautiful neighborhood 5 blocks away from Iowa State Main Campus on a quiet street. I went running each morning and felt very safe and energized by my surroundings. The rooms are clean and very well appointed. The common areas are well maintained, clean, nicely decorated and very comfy. I travelled solo yet had a free communal breakfast each morning. The 24 hour food and drink options were generous. The staff is friendly and helpful. I consider The Iowa House my new home away from home. I love that they had the daily newspapers set out each morning for visitors to read. I cannot wait to go back to Iowa!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Everything was great. Staff was friendly and helpful! Would stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

April

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Great location for Iowa State University. Clean & Comfortable lodging.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

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A lovely spot - a nice change from a hotel room - the home is well cared for and it’s a spot I have already recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roomier than expected, courteous staff, clean and nicely decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Xiaoyu

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Nice and clean room, very friendly staffs, and great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

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The common areas were very welcoming and the room was quiet. I did not eat breakfast but it was offered and they had snacks for me to take with me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marc

I love staying here. It's not fancy, but feels home like.Everything is good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

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I had a wonderful time at the Iowa House! Everyone there was so nice. My room was cozy and clean and perfect for me! The price was good, too. It was a couple of blocks away from the Parks Library on campus at Iowa State University, which is where I spent my days. So great to have the complimentary breakfast each morning in the nice dining room. Also, I loved eating dinner at the little outside patio at the cute restaurant a block and a half from my room as well. Gorgeous neighborhood--quiet and conducive for studying. The parking was convenient and safe. I will be returning in a couple of months!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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First time guest. The most comfortable stay I've had in a long time. Everything met expectations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025