About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, free WiFi, and modern amenities including a work desk, refrigerator, and free toilet comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, free WiFi, and modern amenities including a work desk, refrigerator, and free toiletries. Facilities and Services: Guests can enjoy a fitness center, indoor swimming pool, and free on-site private parking. Additional facilities include a elevator, 24-hour front desk, minimarket, child-friendly buffet, business area, and luggage storage. Dining Options: A continental buffet breakfast is served with warm dishes, juice, fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits. Location and Attractions: Located in Ames, the hotel is 38 mi from Des Moines International Airport and near Iowa State Center (4.3 mi) and Jack Trice Stadium (5.6 mi). Guests appreciate the room cleanliness, convenient location, and attentive staff.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 queen beds
1 king bed
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Laura
United States United States
Very clean beautiful facilities and the rooms were clean and nice. Check in was nice and they even kept items (cupcakes for a wedding) in their fridge for me. Breakfast had oatmeal and the staff was wonderful.
Barbara
United States United States
My room was very comfortable, both the bed and the chair. Also, the shower was easy to get in and out of and had good water pressure. The staff was friendly and welcoming, especially Dakota at the front desk and Larry and Fabiola in the breakfast...
Sawyer
United States United States
I liked how neat the front lobby was and how well kept the pool and breakfast areas were taken care of
Marcia
United States United States
This property is very near the ramps to I-35, so is very convenient for travelers. The standard king room was not overly large, but the bed was very comfortable, and the property is very clean and seemed well-kept. We did not use the breakfast,...
Bettie
United States United States
I loved the cooked oatmeal for breakfast option....rarely found on a breakfast buffet. Staff very friendly! Very clean!
Nancy
United States United States
Property was easy to find and staff all very friendly and helpful. My room had been cleaned by Barb and was spotless and comfortable. Had an appointment early morning at Mary Greeley hospital which was just down the road.
Karl
United States United States
Room was spacious and clean. The room was able to accommodate 5 persons. The breakfast was acceptable. All around good for us.
Rick
United States United States
Breakfast was very good. Room was nice. Appreciated the handicapped bathroom. All staff was very friendly. Very clean.room
Anonymous
United States United States
Breakfast was great. And the location was very good too
Anonymous
United States United States
I felt very safe, it was very clean. The people were very nice.

Hotel area info

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ames by IHG

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

House rules

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ames by IHG takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $10 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
$15 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCarte Blanche Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of $10 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.