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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ames

Ames - IA · United States

2600 E 13Th StView location

8.6/10Excellent457 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service8.8/108.8
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition8.6/108.6
Location8.6/108.6
Neighborhood8.4/108.4
Quality9.0/109.0
Value6.6/106.6
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ames

Located in the heart of Iowa, our newly renovated hotel is conveniently located just off I-35 near an array of attractions and businesses. Our newly renovated hotel's friendly staff, accommodations and amenities provide an unbeatable experience at a great value for corporate and leisure travelers visiting Ames.

We also offer shuttle service to DSM International Airport via Executive Express. Because our hotel is closely located to ISU and Jack Trice Stadium, football fans love to stay with us when cheering on their beloved Cyclones.

We're also just minutes away from the Hilton Coliseum and the breathtaking Reiman Gardens. Business guests also benefit from staying just minutes from a number of corporate and government offices including 3M, APHIS, Barilla, BASF, Danfoss, HACH, Mary Greeley Medical Center, NVSL, Siemens and USDA.

We also serve as the home for participants of ISU events, All Iowa Attack, All State Music Festival, Iowa Games, NCAA events, and Special Olympics. Our 100% smoke-free guest rooms include free high-speed Internet access, HD cable television and a microwave and refrigerator.

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You can also relax in our indoor, heated pool or burn off calories in our well-equipped fitness center. Every morning you can fill up on coffee, fruits, breads, hot entrees and our signature cinnamon rolls, via our complimentary Express Start Breakfast Bar. Come Stay Smart with us.

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Ames, within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University and Jack Trice Stadium.

This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Main Street Cultural District and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Octagon Center for the Arts. Make yourself at home in one of the 75 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding.

Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 2:00 AM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Parking height restrictions apply LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Chain Specific Standards
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • Service fee: 3 percent
    • Utility fee: USD 5.95 per accommodation, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • 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.
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
    • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Main Street Cultural District 3.3 km / 2 mi
Octagon Center for the Arts 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Furman Aquatic Center 4.8 km / 3 mi
Larson Marsh 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Ada Hayden Heritage Park 6.4 km / 4 mi
Farm House Museum 6.4 km / 4 mi
Iowa State University 6.5 km / 4.1 mi
Veenker Memorial Golf Course 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Stephens Auditorium 6.7 km / 4.1 mi
Iowa State Center 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Brunnier Art Museum 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Hilton Coliseum 6.9 km / 4.3 mi
Cinemark Ames Movies 12 7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Ames Dog Park 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Country Gables Park 8.8 km / 5.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 75
  • Number of floors (main building): 3
  • Double rooms: 38
  • Suites: 17
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-outExtra charge
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
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  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • Babysitting serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • ShopExtra charge
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Clothes dryer
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting room
  • PrinterExtra charge
  • Business centreExtra charge
  • FaxExtra charge
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Hot tubExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
  • FitnessExtra charge
  • GolfExtra charge
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

B2

Breakfast For Two Guests

This meal plan may be available depending on the selected room/rate.

DB

Buffet Breakfast

This meal plan may be available depending on the selected room/rate.

HB

Half Board

Usually includes breakfast and one additional meal.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

FB

Full Board

Usually includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

AI

All Inclusive

Meals and selected drinks/services may be included.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ames

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BED • 40 m²SUI.KG-1
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    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    40 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.KG-1

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B

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    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.2B

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²ROO.ST
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    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi

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  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG-2

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    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.KG-2

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SUITE NON SMOKINGSUITE • NON SMOKINGSUI.NM-1

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    SUITE NON SMOKING

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.NM-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE GARDEN VIEWQUADRUPLE • GARDEN VIEWQUA.GV

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    QUADRUPLE GARDEN VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.GV

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDS • 30 m²DBL.2Q
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    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    2 × Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 40 m²SUI.KG
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    SUITE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    40 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.KG

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST-1

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    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDQUADRUPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDQUA.QN

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    QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDSSUITE • TWO QUEEN BEDS • 40 m²SUI.2Q
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    SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Room photos

    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    40 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 5
    Bed setup
    2 × Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.2Q

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX

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    SUITE DELUXE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.DX

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  • SUITE DELUXE KING BEDSUITE • DELUXE KING BEDSUI.DX-KG

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    SUITE DELUXE KING BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.DX-KG

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²DBL.KG
    DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDPhoto unavailable2 photos

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q-1

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    Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ames

    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE STANDARDQUADRUPLE • STANDARDQUA.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ames

    QUADRUPLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG-2

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    Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ames

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-2

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDSSUITE • TWO QUEEN BEDSSUI.2Q-1

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    SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.2Q-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ames

8.6
Excellent
457 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
8.8 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
8.6 /10
Location
8.6 /10
Neighborhood
8.4 /10
Quality
9.0 /10
Value
6.6 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2026
robert
W
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
Deb
Nice place convenient to freeway, I35. Good morning breakfast, clean comfy place
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Brandon
Great stay!
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2026
Debra
Everything was perfect!!
Family
4/10
Poor
14 Jun 2026
Linda
TVs did not work in either room. Manager said to contact you do we could get a partial refund.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2026
Nina
The hotel was clean. We arrived late and the staff was veery helpful with the check in process and answering any questions. The beds were comfortable.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2026
Susan
Hotel is fine, but they will try to charge you a card swipe fee and some other extra charge. They will remove it if you made a reservation directly with hotel / IHG and honor the quote in your reservation (assuming the fees weren’t quoted to you).
4/10
Poor
18 May 2026
Toni
Did not get room cleaning, room did not smell fresh.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
Bertis
Great breakfast & coffee
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Ashley
Room was clean; requested extra pillows and it was ready before we even checked in. Very friendly staff. Could use a little more selection for breakfast, but what they did have tasted good & was hot.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Kevin
Breakfast was very good and the staff were very friendly and did a great job with customer service. A lot of people forget how important CS is but the staff including the guy handling breakfast did an outstanding job
Friends
2/10
Poor
08 May 2026
Robert
Had something wrong between Expedia and the hotel regarding payment. Made me stand in front of counter for 30 minutes while hotel talked to Expedia to get it straightened out. Than took 10 minutes more to get my key card. Than they put me in room 216 which had ac units for hotel
Right outside the window. Slept very poorly due to noice
Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Apr 2026
Denise
Our air unit wasn’t working in our room, but staff worked to move us quickly to another room. Very clean , great breakfast, and great location!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
John
Had a great stay. There were tons of kids for a dance competition and I didn’t hear a thing in my room.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
Kristin
Everything was awesome.
Very clean.
Very hospitable staff-front desk, housekeeping, breakfast attendant.
Great breakfast selections over multiple days.
Excellent parking. Safety. Location.


I only wish there was a hot tub with the pool.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2026
Terra
Great breakfast
Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2026
Mark
Room was clean, breakfast had many options, coffee was mediocre.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
michael
I have no complaints. The location is safe and clean. Breakfast was good. I have a son who will be attending Iowa State. I will stay here for future visits.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Mar 2026
Stephen
breakfast was rather weak not that much of a selection
Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2026
James
Nice place and good employees
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Peter
The check in staff was amazing. She made me feel welcome and answered all my questions.
Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Feb 2026
Peggy
Room was very exceptable. Allrhe staff was courteous and helpful
Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Feb 2026
Cindy
Lady at check-in was very nice and made us feel welcome. Room clean and bed comfortable.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2026
Marsha
Yes
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2026
Lena
Clean, quiet, & very friendly staff
Great location
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
elizabeth
Yes
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2025
Mark
Clean quiet hotel
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Dec 2025
Deborah
Cleanliness. Quit. Nice rooms.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Ellen
It was fine.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2025
Brandi
Great room and friendly staff
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2025
Daniel
Room was clean, staff was very friendly. Staff asked where we were coming from and joked a bit with us as we checked in. Clean place overall. Didn't get to use the pool because of our itinerary but hopefully another time. Looked clean and welcoming.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2025
Stephen
Room was clean. And parking was easy.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Oct 2025
Jennifer
Breakfast was decent
2/10
Poor
24 Oct 2025
Luke
Great location and views
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Mary
Only a few miles east of a main north/south road through Ames.
Large rooms, comfy bed with actual king size pillows (1 feather/down & 1 fiberfill) clean room, but housekeeping only shows up if requested.in-room; disclosed at checkin. Large refrigerator had been defrosted! Internal noise abatement features worked well, but outside noise come through, and the highway is close by. Room airconditioner was operational but the thermostat was in need of a tuneup. Parking is well lit and card secured entry doors on 3 sides are handy when the weather is unpleasant. I would definitely stay here again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2025
Nick
Exactly what we need for room going to ISU game. Early checkin was great. Staff was prepared and very accommodating and helpful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Janice
Bed was so comfortable .Room was clean .Breakfast in morning was great! Check in and check out quick.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2025
Stacy
Staff was very nice and accommodating! Enjoyed our stay.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Sep 2025
Denise
Room was clean, beds very comfy. Pillows perfect.. pool was too cold for my grandson. Breakfast was good..had overall good stay.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Kayla
Great Experience
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
Vanessa
Friendly staff. Nice place to stay
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2025
Kristine
Excellent breakfast buffet in morning. Wonderful place to stay.
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2025
Sarah
Property was clean, staff friendly and provided parking.
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2025
Sherri
Clean. Friendly staff. Super fast check in
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2025
Wendy
Excellent breakfast!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2025
Robert
Nice and peaceful experience
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Scott
Clean and what a hotel should be
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
06 Mar 2025
Cheryl
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.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
mary
Clean rooms, good breakfast, very helpful and friendly staff.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Lee
very helpfull at check in.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Marie

Awesome

The staff was super friendly and the rooms were clean. What more can you ask for?
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
18 Nov 2024
TYRA
The room was clean & nice.
The elevators were old & looked like the were in a pocket closet.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Lori
Clean hotel with comfortable bed and very quiet room
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Nov 2024
Elliot
Very clean and comfortable. Employees were nice and helpful. The only negative were the eggs for breakfast. Not good.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Oct 2024
Jon
Front desk and breakfast service excellent. But stayed 2 nights and room not cleaned
Business_and_leisure
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2024
Sherri
x
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
Arthur
The wonderful staff.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
LeAnne
Clean and comfortable
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2024
Jim
It was a great stat!
8/10
Excellent
25 Aug 2024
LeAnne
A bit rundown, needs some upgrades.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Aug 2024
Verified traveler

Nice stay

Comfortable room, friendly help.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Aug 2024
John

Clean and comfortable

Clean and comfortable
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Jul 2024
Donna
Nice place. Nothing fancy.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2024
Carie
Dakota was very professional and helpful. He called me when my room was ready and I was able to check in early. The rooms are clean, the beds are comfy and the people are so kind. Breakfast was delicious and Larry was so helpful and kind.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2024
Theresa
Great rooms, clean, awesome breakfast, helpful staff!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2024
Cailee
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!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2024
Heather j
Front desk staff was excellent
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2024
Rommel
Very clean facility especially the room and the breakfast area. Breakfast is neatly prepared and tastes great. Highly recommended hotel.
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2024
Tammy
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!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
21 Apr 2024
Verified traveler

No flexibility - good breakfast

Staff providing the breakfast was friendly and attentive to guest's needs. We had a change in the number of our guests 24 hours before arrival and the hotel would not accommodate our request to adjust to 1 room instead of 2. I would encourage you to re-consider with future guests needing this accommodation.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Apr 2024
Laura
Karen was great checking us in and making sure we had we we needed. She was so pleasant - she made the start of our stay fun and welcoming!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 Mar 2024
Allyson
Time for some updating.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2024
Ann
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.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
12 Dec 2023
Justin
The outlets in the room did not work properly. There was no sleep timer on TV. No fan in bathroom.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2023
DOMINIQUE
As always holiday inn express never let me down
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2023
elizabeth
Clean is very important to me good breakfast friendly people
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2023
mark

Nice hotel

Very nice hotel. Spendy but they all are on football games
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2023
barb

Great hotel

Very nice hotel. We have stayed at several in Ames and this is by far the nicest
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
24 Sep 2023
Kelly

No working shower

The sheets on one of the beds had a brown stain. And when we woke up in the morning we found out our bathroom had no running water in the shower. Waited 20 min to find out they had no maintenance person to fix the issue so we had to get keys to another room to shower.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2023
Roy
Easy access from & to highway.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2023
Michele T
good breakfast
helpful staff
friendly staff
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2023
Jens
It’s a very Holiday Inn Express site in a good driving, but not so much walking, location!
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2023
Robert

Nice stay!

Very nice stay. Clean, comfortable, everything went smoothly. Needed extra towels- no problem!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2023
Amy
Pros: best breakfast options we’ve ever had at a hotel, clean pool, great pillows, clean rooms, friendly staff, quiet hallways, lighted parking lot, easy access into Ames.
Cons: really pricey to stay, not the most comfortable mattresses, loud pool area, and prepare yourself that people in the dining area can watch you swim through windows adjoining the two rooms
Overall: great for our family of 5, but I didn’t realize the steep price when I booked. (My oversight. It was over $500 for only 2 nights. From prior stays in the area, I’ve been at comparable places for $150-$200 less.). We would definitely return when we visit family, but the price will have us going elsewhere. The staff was excellent though.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2023
Verified traveler
Comfortable, good breakfast, friendly service
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2023
Paul
Great as always.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Apr 2023
Sue
No
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
02 Mar 2023
Timothy
As a diamond member, I should have been given a room on a high floor away from the elevator. I was given a room right next to the elevator and the lobby. There was constant yelling and activity in the lobby that kept me up all night.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2023
AYUSHMAN
It was nice
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2023
Suzanne
Easy checking
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2022
Alicia
Front desk staff was excellent, very clean property and rooms. Comfortable beds and bedding, and the breakfast is excellent. Would definitely stay here again!
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2022
James
Very clean. The bed was very comfortable. We appreciated the king sized pillows on our king bed. Most hotels use standard size. We would definitely stay here again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2022
Samantha
The guy that does breakfast watch was helpful and friendly! Kudos. Breakfast was great. And king bed was so comfortable. Will be staying again when we pass thru.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2022
Rasia
Very comfortable bedding
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Oct 2022
George
Front staff very friendly and helpful.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2022
Cynthia
Easy access off I-35.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2022
Kathryn
Although we've stayed in Ames many times, this was the first time at this hotel. Would definitely stay here again! The room was nice, very welcoming front desk staff, good value.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Aug 2022
See
The lobby and room were well kept and cleaned.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2022
Angilene
Very nice hotel in good location
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2022
Brenda
Loved the morning breakfast, especially the cinnamon rolls
Leisure Partner

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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Ames
2600 E 13Th St, Ames, United States

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