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Hilton Garden Inn Ames

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Iowa State University

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Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Sports facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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1325 Dickinson Ave, Ames, IA, 50014
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Stephens Auditorium
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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One King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton)

Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

King Evolution Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Queens Evolution Rm

2 Queens Evolution Rm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Ames

In Ames .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Ames hotel, you'll find Iowa State University and Reiman Gardens. Stephens Auditorium and Jack Trice Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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

  • Eppley Field Airport (OMA) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Perfect Games - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roni's Mac Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

3-star hotel near Iowa State University
Hilton Garden Inn Ames offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2591 square feet (241 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hilton Garden Inn Ames. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2591 sq ft of conference space
  • 241 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2008
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hilton Garden Inn Ames offers 112 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Ames hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desk chairs and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 8.95 to 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping
  • 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
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • 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 restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8.95 to 12.95 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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, 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Ames to the airport?

Hilton Garden Inn Ames is 174.1 mi (177-min drive) away from the Eppley Field Airport (OMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

As of Mar 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Ames on Mar 19, 2026 start from CA $144, 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 Hilton Garden Inn Ames have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hilton Garden Inn Ames.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Ames offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hilton Garden Inn Ames, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8.95 and 12.95 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Ames have a pool?

Hilton Garden Inn Ames features an indoor pool.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Ames have a restaurant?

Hilton Garden Inn Ames is home to Garden Grille & Lounge, which features American cuisine.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Ames have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Ames to downtown Ames?

Hilton Garden Inn Ames is 3.7 mi away from Ames.

Hilton Garden Inn Ames Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 447 out of 852 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 852 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 852 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 852 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 852 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Don’t like no complimentary breakfast. Will stay elsewhere from now on.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DHANYA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice landscaping and flowers welcoming guests into the hotel. Hotel was spacious and quiet, comfortable beds and nice breakfast with buffet option (which we prepaid with our room) or menu options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Zonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every afternoon people smoke inside on second floor , it was strong, the girl put
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

I did not stay at this hotel on this date. The booking date was incorrect. Was supposed to be for 4/11/2026. Please refund!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

TRESA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pet friendly. Very clean. Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean room comfortable bed good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice check in lady late at night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice lobby, convenient area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Barb

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

8/10 Good

M. Lynn

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Football weekend

Stayed 3 nights. Trash only emptied 1 time and I had to ask for clean washcloths. Expected more from Hilton Garden Inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dulce

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby area has a really nice. People are very friendly. The only thing is the bathroom needs a little updating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025