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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Ames

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Enjoy a diverse selection of dishes at our self-service buffet.
Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, sofa, and armchair, perfect for unwinding.
Welcome to the entrance of our hotel, featuring a modern design with a reception area and comfortable seating.
Relax in our inviting lobby, featuring a cozy seating area with armchairs and a sofa, a round coffee table, and tall wooden panels.
Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by a tiled deck.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
2600 E 13th St, Ames, IA, 50010
  • Main Street Cultural District
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Iowa State University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (LEISURE)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ames

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).

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Iowa State University - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Reiman Gardens - 9 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Ames
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Ames hotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 45-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, 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 weekly.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 300 at check-out
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per day.
  • 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per day
  • Bed sheets fee: USD 25 per bed, per night (or guests may bring their own)
  • Towels fee: USD 30 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and 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, Carte Blanche, and cash. 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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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 Express
Holiday Inn Express Ames
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Ames
Holiday Inn Express Ames Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG is 38.7 mi (49-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG features an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG to downtown Ames?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG is 1.8 mi away from Ames.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 386 reviews

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 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and peaceful experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and what a hotel should be
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
We booked this room at last minute because there was a bad snow storm. My daughter arrived at 8:00 AM which we knew was way early. She explained that she was a nurse and just needed a place to sleep until her next shift at 7 PM. We were happy to pay the amount for the room. At 8 AM she was told there were no clean rooms and housekeeping wouldn't be there until 9 AM. 5 minutes later she was told she could get in a room AT 9:00 for an additional $50. She paid the additional $50 because there was no where else to go and travel on the Interstate was no recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very helpfull at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome

The staff was super friendly and the rooms were clean. What more can you ask for?
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Traveled with family
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

TYRA

Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean & nice. The elevators were old & looked like the were in a pocket closet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with comfortable bed and very quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Elliot

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable. Employees were nice and helpful. The only negative were the eggs for breakfast. Not good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jon

Front desk and breakfast service excellent. But stayed 2 nights and room not cleaned
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The wonderful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Chibuzo

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaidotas

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeAnne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stat!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

LeAnne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit rundown, needs some upgrades.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024