About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ames by IHG in Ames offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, seating area, and free toiletries. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy a fitness center, indoor swimming pool, and a child-friendly buffet. Additional facilities include a elevator, 24-hour front desk, minimarket, business area, and luggage storage. Dining Options: A continental buffet breakfast is served daily, featuring warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, fruits, and juice. Prime Location: Located 4.3 mi from Jack Trice Stadium and Iowa State Center, the hotel is 38 mi from Des Moines International Airport. Nearby attractions include Octagon Center For The Arts (2.4 mi) and Brunnier Art Museum (3.7 mi). Guests appreciate the room cleanliness, convenient location, and attentive staff.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Donna
United States United States
The ladies at the desk were very friendly. This was by far the best experience I've ever had any other hotel. Rooms are updated with good beds.
Johnathan
United States United States
I needed a place to stay and it was very convenient. I accidentally fell asleep after breakfast and didn’t wake up until three in the afternoon and the staff was more than understanding.
Nancy
United States United States
The staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean and quiet. The rooms were a good size and comfortable. Liked the full size toiletries in the bathroom. The breakfast choices were excellent. The cinnamon rolls were so delicious!
Nancy
United States United States
Really liked the cheese omelet! Could have salsa for the eggs, but otherwise it was fine. Of course the cinnamon rolls are "the bomb"! Also, the room was very clean and the sheets are so smooth...heavenly! Also, front desk, Karen, was great!
Kelly
United States United States
Staff was friendly, room was clean, breakfast was excellent.
Tracy
United States United States
Excellent hot breakfast! Very nice dining area. Attentive staff.
John
United States United States
The property did not disappoint. It was clean, well maintained, and an excellent value for the money. What truly made the stay exceptional, though, was the staff. I don’t know if it’s an Iowa thing, but everyone we interacted with was...
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...
Joanne
United States United States
Breakfast was great. And the location was very good too

Hotel area info

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ames by IHG

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

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

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