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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

2.5 star property
Ames hotel with indoor pool and 24-hour fitness

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Exterior
Exterior
Indoor pool
Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains
In the heart of Ames, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames offers a vibrant atmosphere with a 24-hour gym and business center. Begin your day with to-go breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi; unwind at the swimming pool or grab a coffee from the lobby.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is R1 785
R1 999 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (LEISURE)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Iowa State University - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 9 min drive - 10.7 km

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 Restaurant and Bakery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University. The indoor pool is a great spot for a morning swim, and guests can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 75 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 300 at checkout
    • 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast 6:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Roll-in shower
  • Transfer shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

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

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Bed sheets are available for an extra charge of USD 25 per bed, per night (or guests may bring their own)
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of USD 30 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

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

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15 per day

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG puts you in the heart of Ames. Popular attractions include Iowa State University, which is 8 minutes away by car.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8,6

Excellent

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 Exceptional

Clean hotel with comfortable bed and very quiet room
Lori, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great rooms, clean, awesome breakfast, helpful staff!
Theresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
The staff was super friendly and the rooms were clean. What more can you ask for?
Marie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The wonderful staff.
Arthur, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay
Comfortable room, friendly help.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Front desk and breakfast service excellent. But stayed 2 nights and room not cleaned
Jon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk staff was excellent
Heather j, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was clean & nice. The elevators were old & looked like the were in a pocket closet.
TYRA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable
LeAnne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean facility especially the room and the breakfast area. Breakfast is neatly prepared and tastes great. Highly recommended hotel.
Rommel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel in good location
Angilene, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and comfortable
Clean and comfortable
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Very nice hotel. We have stayed at several in Ames and this is by far the nicest
barb, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, good breakfast, friendly service
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean and comfortable. Employees were nice and helpful. The only negative were the eggs for breakfast. Not good.
Elliot, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stat!
Jim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk staff was excellent, very clean property and rooms. Comfortable beds and bedding, and the breakfast is excellent. Would definitely stay here again!
Alicia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Tammy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

good breakfast helpful staff friendly staff
Michele T, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place. Nothing fancy.
Donna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Sherri, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean is very important to me good breakfast friendly people
elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Cailee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is conveniently located and parking is easy.
Greg, 1-night trip