City center stay
Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Ames hotel, you'll find Main Street Cultural District and Octagon Center for the Arts. Also, Furman Aquatic Center is within 3 miles (5 km) and Iowa State University is within 6 miles (10 km).
Free perks
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the business center. There's a 24-hour gym on site, and a 24-hour front desk and a convenience store are also provided.
Aug 15, 2022 by Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames Iowa
Thank you so much for the 5-star rating and for taking the time to review your recent stay with us. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your next visit. Thank you!
Nov 25, 2020 by Codey Woeckener-General Manager
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay at The Holiday Inn Express Ames, IA. I am so glad that you found the facility clean and well maintained and that our service was excellent. I will share these comments with the team to continue to inspire great service and a beautifully maintained facility. We hope to see you the next time your travels bring you to the Ames, IA area.
Feb 26, 2019 by Carol S
Thank you for your comments. Please know that our intent is for every guest to be have a most comfortable stay. I am so sorry that was not your experience. Please do allow us an additional opportunity when your travels return you to Ames. Carol S GM
Apr 27, 2017 by Hotel Team
Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your stay with us. This is very useful information and we will make sure to get this fixed ASAP.
Jan 9, 2016 by Carol S
We love your one word - "Comfortable". It is certainly our goal to have all of our guests experience "comfortable" whether it is the little things or the big things that make up that comfort. Thank you for the most appreciated "Five Star" rating. Please visit us again. Carol S General Manager
The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames, an IHG Hotel. Self parking is free.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , High-speed internet access , Internet access (complimentary)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access in public areas - high speed
Free self parking
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames, an IHG Hotel offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Ames hotel provides 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.
Guests are served free on-the-go breakfast daily from 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Special check-in instructions:
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.