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Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Iowa State University

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Exterior
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2609 University Blvd, Ames, IA, 50010
  • Reiman Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Iowa State University
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ames

Heart of Ames.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Christofferson Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Reiman Gardens with a stay here. Jack Trice Stadium and Stephens Auditorium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Reiman Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Iowa State University - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Hilton Coliseum - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wasabi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stomping Grounds Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgie's Coffee & Tea Company - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU

3-star hotel near Iowa State University
Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Ames hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. These individually furnished accommodations include double sofa beds. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 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 business center
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 2 2025 to September 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Ames Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Ames
Holiday Inn Ames ISU
Holiday Inn ISU
Holiday Inn ISU Hotel
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Holiday Inn Ames ISU Hotel
Radisson Ames Conference Center at ISU
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU to the airport?

Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU is 39.6 mi (45-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU.

Does Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU offer free breakfast?

Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU offers free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU?

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

Is there free parking at Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU have a pool?

Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU features an indoor pool.

Does Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU to downtown Ames?

Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU is 2.2 mi away from Ames.

Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 390 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was surprised that they offered a very limited breakfast selection. Only packaged muffins, bagels fruit, yogurt and instant oatmeal. Besides that, the stay was very comfortable and staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no hot water in our room, the breakfast consisted of watered down coffee, old apples, and hard bagels you could not cut into. We asked for more towels as we did not even have enough for two people in our room and were informed that they were struggling to keep up with the amount of people staying in the hotel. This was a graduation weekend for Iowa State, perhaps they know we likely will not be coming to stay again in the future and do not care if we like our stay in their hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALLAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joyce

Non functioning ice-maker in first floor. While our room was clean t, the room with the ice-maker was not.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Bradley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3 stars not

Not sure how this hotel is three stars.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

sharla

Traveled with family

Disappointing!

Big dogs barked in a room across the hall till late at night. I’ m All for pet friendly but put all those rooms together on one floor. Room was dirty. Fan squealed in the bathroom. Mini fridge in room did not work. Rooms needed updates. Ice machine did not work on our floor. Cold breakfast option, but coffee was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ivana, Chicago

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property was a bit dated which is fine as long as it’s clean. I cannot say that our room met any cleanliness standards, from the toilet having spots on it to the flat surfaces like the desk having very visible grime and smudges on it. This made me question what else was not clean and made for a not so relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
While the room was clean enough, the hotel over all is in need of a refresh. Lots of broken tiles in the room and common area's and a broken door knob/lock on the bathroom door.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra r

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable in a nice area. Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tamara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathy

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Are you sure this is a Radisson?

The Wi-Fi was unusable, the grab and go breakfast was very lame considering this is a Radisson, they gave us the wrong room that we booked, they put us then in the right room, but was charged extra for it, cable had one channel, but the band was very comfortable and the staff was friendly and tried to be accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable, but aesthetically unpleasing

Overall, the stay was good. It was quiet, clean, and the bed comfortable. We noticed that the hotel is about to be remodeled? We concur that this is necessary. The large sign near the highway is not illuminated at night, making it difficult to see the entrance, The outside structure is unattractive. The inside of the hotel is dark and blah. The lights are a mixture of daylight bright and warm white LED bulbs, which indicate a lack of attention to details. I summary, the place needs a decorator's eye, a freshening, and attention to details going forward.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Faye

I thought it was a good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and easy. Nice quiet area and great facilities!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Traveled with group
Almost empty so little staff around but those there were helpful. Breakfast was a disappointment. Nothing warm, just yogurt, bagels and a few pastries.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel STAFF WERE EXCEPTIONALLY ATTENTIVE, KIND, AND HELPFUL, VERY SINCERE, NOTHING "SHOWY" JUST GOOD PEOPLE. NATHAN ON AT 1700 AND KAYLA, EARLY MORNING.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025