[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG Hotel in Ames with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center ![Free daily on-the-go breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/28a8adc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/b413530c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/847ce9d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/9c5cf59f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/dce2ade3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in the heart of Ames, Holiday Inn Express & Suites offers a convenient base with practical amenities. Guests enjoy to-go breakfast, in-room WiFi, a 24-hour gym, a swimming pool for relaxation, and a business center and lobby coffee for practical needs. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - Pool - Gym - Laundry - 24/7 front desk - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 16 - Oct. 17](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=570395&PinnedHotelID=570395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=570395&PinnedHotelID=570395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 17 - Oct. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=570395&PinnedHotelID=570395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=570395&PinnedHotelID=570395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=570395&PinnedHotelID=570395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=570395&PinnedHotelID=570395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=570395&PinnedHotelID=570395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=570395&PinnedHotelID=570395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/0640fbd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Down duvet - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed ![Suite, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/7f08f57f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 King Bed 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/0640fbd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed (LEISURE) 9.0 Wonderful 23 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Down duvet - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/2a922119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Down duvet - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Suite, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/570400/570395/114e8560.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 2 Queen Beds 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 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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 - A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in the lobby - 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk - 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. 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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 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 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 15 per day Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - 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) 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 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) ### 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 ### 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 Oct 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG on Oct 19, 2025 start from CA $143.26, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Ames-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Ames.h570395.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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 at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG? > 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. Iowa State University and Larson Marsh are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 209 8 - Good 117 6 - Okay 41 4 - Poor 20 2 - Terrible 12 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.8/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 8.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was very nice and accommodating! Enjoyed our stay. ##### Stacy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff. Nice place to stay ##### Vanessa Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice Sep 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bed was so comfortable .Room was clean .Breakfast in morning was great! Check in and check out quick. ##### Janice Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayla Aug 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great Experience ##### Kayla Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah May 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Property was clean, staff friendly and provided parking. ##### Sarah Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mary Feb 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean rooms, good breakfast, very helpful and friendly staff. ##### mary Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott Apr 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and what a hotel should be ##### Scott Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa Jul 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great rooms, clean, awesome breakfast, helpful staff! ##### Theresa Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherri May 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean. Friendly staff. Super fast check in ##### Sherri Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice and peaceful experience ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angilene Aug 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice hotel in good location ##### Angilene Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori Nov 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean hotel with comfortable bed and very quiet room ##### Lori Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice stay Comfortable room, friendly help. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee Dec 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities very helpfull at check in. ##### Lee Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather j May 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Front desk staff was excellent ##### Heather j Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Comfortable, good breakfast, friendly service ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### barb Oct 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hotel Very nice hotel. We have stayed at several in Ames and this is by far the nicest ##### barb Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alicia Dec 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Front desk staff was excellent, very clean property and rooms. Comfortable beds and bedding, and the breakfast is excellent. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Alicia Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arthur Oct 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The wonderful staff. ##### Arthur Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele T Aug 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities good breakfast helpful staff friendly staff ##### Michele T Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie Dec 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Awesome The staff was super friendly and the rooms were clean. 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