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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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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area
Indoor pool
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Lobby lounge
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Room service

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Map
2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, 50014
  • Reiman Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Iowa State University
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Tower

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View, Executive Level

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Ames

Close to airport.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

  • Reiman Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Iowa State University - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seasons Marketplace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Welch Ave Station - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 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.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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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

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
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. 

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

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 698 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL, Arcadia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy check in
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaila, LAKE GENEVA

Liked: Staff & service
Close proximity to the school. Super easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is a great location for the Iowa State University campus. It’s up-to-date decor is nice. Also room is very clean. No complaints here!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to ISU. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Laura, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Credit card machine down so had to leave out numbers on paper, no receipt, rude staff, pool shut down for kids but re-opened for adults under a lie about it being broken... just ridiculous issues...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Meredith

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disappointing stay for the money we paid

In Ames for our child’s youth basketball state tournament. This is something we look forward to every year. We get to the hotel and all card readers were down and the front staff was not pleasant and rude. After we get checked in they then tell us the pool is out of order when an hour earlier other people on our team had been swimming with no issues. We went to the front desk to get some cups for our sodas and we were told we only could have 5 plastic cups. We then congregated in the pool area with our team and were told we had to be out of there at 10:00 because it was adult swim time. The guy was unpleasant especially when the pool was out of service anyway. The card reader on our door did not always work to get in our room, at one time we stiff their for 10 minutes before it took our card. Then pulled down the comforter to find black hairs on the pillow. Just a really bad experience at a hotel we have had really good luck with in the past. Disappointing service created a really bad atmosphere for our team. Especially the price we paid to stay and have no amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Miles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not entirely a reflection on the property but I feel it is still within the hotel’s responsibility to all guests; a large number of families for sports teams were staying at the same time. When we arrived, the families had taken over the lobby and some kids tried to sell my husband some pizza slices while we were checking in. Our room had kids running up and down the hall yelling. I called the front desk after 10pm and they were very responsive, said they would do a walk through. I think they tried. Noise went on until closer to 11 pm when we fell asleep with tv on to drown out the noise. Not the hotel’s fault but still sorta ruined our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pool was not operational and have kids main reason for staying at this location. Check in was done by paper. Rooms weren’t ready until after 4
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was a ton of kids running around and being very chaotic and disruptive. I did not matter where my wife and I went. Their parents did nothing to reign in their kids and let their kids use the hotel as their personal gym. I wish the hotel staff were better able or allowed to remove guests who couldn't control their kids and were letting them roam in packs of 12-15 kids.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though they the system was down and had no key passes or credit card use the property did a pretty amazing job keeping things running fairly smooth
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Problems at the Gateway

The room was way to dark! Poor lighting all around. Never did figure out how to use the silly shower hardware either! Who approves this stuff. Arrived and "system" was down. No key cards available. It happens?
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and great location

The hotels computer system was down and they were unable to make keys. Staff were very accommodating to escort guests to their rooms and let us in. Great location for our visit to Iowa state. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

edward, elizabeth

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was okay but not perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025