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Spark by Hilton Ames

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Spark by Hilton Ames provides amenities like free continental breakfast and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a large bed, white linens, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted heater, and a window with sheer curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

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(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a stand, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Suite, 1 King Bed

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(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, white linens, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted heater, and a window with sheer curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
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(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 Queen Bed With Sofabed

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  • 1 Queen Bed

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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About the neighborhood

Located in Ames, Spark by Hilton Ames is in the city center and near a metro station. Stephens Auditorium and Brunnier Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinemark Ames Movies 12 and Veenker Memorial Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jack Trice Stadium or Hilton Coliseum. Visit our Ames travel guide
Map
2609 University Blvd, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • A clock tower at Iowa State University surrounded by lush greenery.
    Iowa State University
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A glass greenhouse, a statue, and a stone sign at Reiman Gardens.
    Reiman Gardens
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Christofferson Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Hilton Coliseum
    4 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Mucky Duck Pub
    3 min drive
  • Casey's
    3 min drive
  • Burgie's Coffee & Tea Company
    3 min drive
  • Dublin Bay Irish Pub & Grill
    3 min drive
  • Wasabi
    3 min drive

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

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 4,500 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - October 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per week
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per week
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

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)

Frequently asked questions

Does Spark by Hilton Ames have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Spark by Hilton Ames pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Spark by Hilton Ames?

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

What time is check-out at Spark by Hilton Ames?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spark by Hilton Ames located?

Located in the heart of Ames, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Christofferson Park and Iowa State University. Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Spark by Hilton Ames Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 137 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a great property. Great staff clean well appointed rooms good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good family friendly hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I definitely would stay again, very friendly staff and a very nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I spent one night at this hotel and we had a very relaxing and comfortable stay. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was tasty!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness
Great room - friendly staff - very nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

patty

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Everything was ok to great. Breakfast was just ok. Everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jayme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night while visiting the Iowa State Fair. Super clean and quiet. Friendly staff. Free breakfast. Plus, the beds and pillows were amazing (and I’m super picky)!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean room, basic breakfast, trash bins outside were overflowing and smelly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jay on the front desk when we checked in was very friendly and welcoming. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here. I had everything I needed. My only complaint is that the coffee served with breakfast was very weak. I love coffee so a good cup of that in the morning really makes my day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a quick but very nice stay for one night. As a family of 5 we truly appreciate affordable rooms with 3 beds. Jay at the front desk was so nice and incredibly helpful! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was wonderfully clean and staff were friendly and helpful. Did not need or use amenities. Close to campus and easily accessible from highway and main roads
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and overall the hotel was very clean. The staff was very friendly and very helpful!! I would definitely consider staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was decent. I was happy with my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Brian

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Clean and cheaper than other hotels. Value is great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Doris

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Clean room, courteous staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elyzabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very accommodating staff. Will be coming back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice, helpful with everything. Breakfast was great. Lot to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean & very nice. They had a welcome message on a card & my name up on the TV! Was so sweet and personable! Staff were incredibly kind. The whole place was clean, no weird smells, & the rooms are surprisingly soundproof. Didn’t hear any of the birthday parties going on near us actually! The room was comfortable and cool. The whole place had AC so thankfully it was a relief getting out of the heat when we were checking in. Breakfast was a nice selection & great quality.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Molli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well maintained. Wish there was a hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. Clean hotel and pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hydee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed to attend an event at the the university nearby. The room was very nice and clean, and staff were very helpful during my stay. Very basic options for breakfast, but I knew that when I booked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

PiyushKumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not disappointed. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice staff. We would stay again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025