Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hotel with indoor pool, near Iowa State University

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In the heart of Ames, Hilton Garden Inn Ames offers a tranquil retreat with a grocery store, shopping on site, and an American cuisine restaurant. Unwind at the indoor pool or take in views from the terrace and garden. Guests have praised this hotel's helpful staff.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
£84
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

Showing 8 of 8 rooms
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Bathroom shower
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

One King Bed, Accessible

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed | Bathroom shower
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Bathroom shower
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Room | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
King Evolution Room | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
King Evolution Room | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

King Evolution Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
2 Queens Evolution Rm | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
2 Queens Evolution Rm | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
2 Queens Evolution Rm | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

2 Queens Evolution Rm

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
1325 Dickinson Ave, Ames, IA, 50014

What's nearby

  • Iowa State University - 1 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 4 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 4 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kum & Go - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kum & Go - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Perfect Games - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mullets - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

At Hilton Garden Inn Ames, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Garden Grille & Lounge, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge and a fitness centre are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 112 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Local/corner shop

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (2591 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2008
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Special features

Dining

Garden Grille & Lounge – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8.95 to 12.95 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's 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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hilton Garden Inn Ames offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hilton Garden Inn Ames 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hilton Garden Inn Ames and nearby?

Hilton Garden Inn Ames has an indoor pool and a fitness centre, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

Yes, Garden Grille & Lounge offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Hilton Garden Inn Ames like?

Hilton Garden Inn Ames is located a short 20-minute walk from Iowa State University.

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Hilton Garden Inn Ames Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were plentiful and delicious. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean room comfortable bed good breakfast
Rene, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pet friendly. Very clean. Quiet
TRESA, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice check in lady late at night
Jim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great facilities and we loved the breakfast
Jesus, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to spend the night Staff was extremely helpful and friendly Facility was excellent
Pam, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Football weekend

Stayed 3 nights. Trash only emptied 1 time and I had to ask for clean washcloths. Expected more from Hilton Garden Inn.
M. Lynn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice, clean place to stay. We were there for graduation weekend and everything was great.
Jessica, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great stay had to wait awhile for a room. It was fine other wise.
Kalah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love staying here! The beds are so comfortable and it’s roomy, clean, and the staff are excellent.
Maria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was wonderful! Very nice room. Very clean. The pool was very nice too.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean property and rooms. Nice lobby. Staff was friendly. Very much appreciated how pet friendly it is.
Sheila, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel and very clean! We would stay again!!
Robin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

the bed was very comfortable as was the room... i however did notice a few things that I was not quite impressed with. 1. the grout around the shower could use a good clean and 2. when we went to go get ice in the hotel the bucket that they had provided in the room had some mold growing in it. but other than that this hotel worked perfectly for a weekend get away .
Daniel, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to the gas station and several restaurants
Tonya, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very welcoming and helpful!
Darren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room
Harvey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel by ISU

Very clean and comfortable. Located near ISU so perfect location to visit the university. Staff was friendly and expedient with checkin
Kay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was above the expectations. I was shown breakfast was included prior to booking but still required to pay separately for it. So hotel is a bit pricier than most in the area.
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Hans, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We reserved a king bed - overbooked so ended up with 2 queens. Went to check in and computer system was down so had to come back later.
Janet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly…and a bar! Always a plus.
Allie, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The place and location is nice. Unfortunately we booked our stay for 3 nights 4 days and the cleaning was disappointing. We kept asking for towels, shower gel etc. Only once they came to grab garbages out the room. I felt I wasn’t taken care of at all!
Katie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay at. Staff are friendly and nice. Hotel is well kept.
Jeanette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, doing some renovation's but other than that great staff clean room
Kyle, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was clean and staff was very friendly.
Darin, 1-night trip