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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Reiman Gardens, connected to the convention center

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Indoor pool
Lobby lounge
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, 50014
  • Place, Christofferson Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Reiman Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View, Executive Level

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View, Executive Level

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Tower

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

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View, Executive Level

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View, Executive Level

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

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

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Ames

Convention convenience.You'll find Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Stephens Auditorium and Iowa State Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Christofferson Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Iowa State University - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Welch Ave. Station - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wasabi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Filling Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dublin Bay Irish Pub & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stomping Grounds Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3-star hotel near Reiman Gardens, connected to the convention center
As a guest of Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 20000 square feet (1858 square meters) and includes a conference center. The business-friendly Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University also features a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ames hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 187 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 20000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1858 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1978
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University offers 187 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. 45-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per week
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • An off-leash area and litter boxes are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Gateway Ames
Gateway Hotel
Gateway Hotel Ames
Hotel Gateway
Gateway Hotel Conference Center
Gateway Hotel Conference Center at Iowa State University

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University to the airport?

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is 39.5 mi (45-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University on Jul 5, 2026 start from CA $112, 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.

Does Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University.

Does Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University offer free breakfast?

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University have a pool?

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University features an indoor pool.

Does Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University to downtown Ames?

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is 2.2 mi away from Ames.

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 964 out of 1335 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1335 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1335 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1335 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1335 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our time there. Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay when visiting Ames.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff, good location, nice pool area for the kids
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to campus, nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, spacious common areas, good breakfast, plenty of parking, friendly and efficient staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, fun staff, nice pool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mohammadsadegh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and relaxing place to stay ♥️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay and the food is good too:)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything from check in, room quality, value and breakfast was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, simple check in, very nice hotel with good cafe style breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and friendly. Rooms are clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clench rooms, friendly staff, close to campus. Great spot!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I normally do not give a review, this place with phenomenal the staff, and we love the sauna and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice bar and restaurant. Free parking. Being remodeled so it should get even nicer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was phenomenal. Rooms were updated. Pool area was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean with nice amenities. Just what I needed to explore ISU fro 6+ hours from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of great amenities, clean and updated rooms, and friendly customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes it was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, the room was very nice clean and comfortable. Breakfast was a very good buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, good breakfast, nice pool, hot tub and workout room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Excellent restaurant in hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and nice room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025