Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

Ames hotel with indoor pool and 24-hour fitness

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December 2025

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January 2026

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Free daily on-the-go breakfast - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG (Ames)

Indoor pool - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG (Ames)

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG (Ames)

In the heart of Ames, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames offers a vibrant atmosphere with a 24-hour gym and business center. Begin your day with to-go breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi; unwind at the swimming pool or grab a coffee from the lobby.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pool
Connecting rooms available
Gym
Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

Weekly housekeeping
Indoor pool
24-hour fitness center
Business center
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Front-desk safe
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Meeting room
Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

Free cribs/infant beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Laundry facilities

$85 nightly

Dec 21 - Dec 22

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Tomorrow

Dec 15 - Dec 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Down duvet

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Down duvet

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (LEISURE)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Down duvet

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Down duvet

Premium bedding

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Down duvet

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Down duvet

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

$93 nightly

Dec 21 - Dec 22

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

2600 E 13th St, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

Main Street Cultural District - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Octagon Center for the Arts - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
Furman Aquatic Center - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
Iowa State University - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
Hilton Coliseum - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
‪Kum & Go - ‬4 min drive
‪Cabin Coffee Co - ‬3 min drive
‪Boulder Tap House - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University. The indoor pool is a great spot for a morning swim, and guests can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 75 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 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
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free on-the-go breakfast 6:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

Golfing nearby

Working away

Business center
Meeting room

Services

24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Visual alarms in hallways
Grab bar in shower
Roll-in shower
Transfer shower
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

45-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

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

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

More

Weekly housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Bed sheets are available for an extra charge of USD 25 per bed, per night (or guests may bring their own)
Towels are available for an extra charge of USD 30 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

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

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 15 per day

Parking

Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.

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

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

Cashless transactions are available.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Ames Holiday Inn Express

Holiday Inn Express Ames

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Ames

Holiday Inn Express Ames Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG puts you in the heart of Ames. Popular attractions include Iowa State University, which is 8 minutes away by car.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast was consistently described as great, delicious, and satisfying with many guests praising the quality and variety of the options. (16 reviews)
Parking was well-lit and easily accessible with secure entry doors. (3 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Room

Breakfast

Service staff

Shower

Bed

Location

Bathroom

Highways

8/10 Very good

Sep 14, 2025

Room was clean, beds very comfy. Pillows perfect.. pool was too cold for my grandson. Breakfast was good..had overall good stay.

Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 14, 2025

Clean rooms, good breakfast, very helpful and friendly staff.

mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 5, 2024

Great rooms, clean, awesome breakfast, helpful staff!

Theresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 15, 2025

Clean and what a hotel should be

Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 24, 2025

Clean. Friendly staff. Super fast check in

Sherri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 17, 2024

Clean hotel with comfortable bed and very quiet room

Lori, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 18, 2025

Nice and peaceful experience

Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 13, 2024

Very clean facility especially the room and the breakfast area. Breakfast is neatly prepared and tastes great. Highly recommended hotel.

Rommel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 6, 2023

good breakfast helpful staff friendly staff

Michele T, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 21, 2024

The wonderful staff.

Arthur, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 23, 2024

Awesome

The staff was super friendly and the rooms were clean. What more can you ask for?

Marie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 15, 2024

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.

Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 5, 2024

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!

Tammy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 23, 2024

Clean and comfortable

LeAnne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 18, 2024

Clean and comfortable

John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 30, 2024

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!

Cailee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 6, 2023

Nice hotel

Very nice hotel. Spendy but they all are on football games

mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 16, 2024

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.

Carie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 10, 2024

Very clean and comfortable. Employees were nice and helpful. The only negative were the eggs for breakfast. Not good.

Elliot, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Apr 21, 2024

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.

1-night trip