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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AED 404
AED 488 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (LEISURE)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a desk, and a television.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

2 Queen Beds Standard

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

1 King Bed Standard

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Ames, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG is in the city center. Farm House Museum and Stephens Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Veenker Memorial Golf Course and Cinemark Ames Movies 12. Octagon Center for the Arts and Furman Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Ames travel guide
Map
2600 E 13th St, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • A red brick building with a large yellow sign that reads "HOTEL SHELDENHAM."
    Main Street Cultural District
    4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • A stone cairn against a twilight sky with visible star trails.
    Ada Hayden Heritage Park
    5 min drive - 8.7 km
  • A modern building with large windows and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.
    Iowa State University
    6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Octagon Center for the Arts
    4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    5 min drive
  • Culver's
    6 min drive
  • Arby's
    2 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    5 min drive
  • Texas Roadhouse
    5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

  • Hotel near Iowa State University
  • Take advantage of free to-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An indoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
    • 1 meeting room, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 75 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Down comforters, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
    • 45-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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.

Optional extras

  • 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.

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG on 6 September 2026 start from AED 404, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Ames, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Main Street Cultural District, Octagon Center for the Arts, and Furman Aquatic Center. Larson Marsh and Ada Hayden Heritage Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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