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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.0 star property
Hotel connected to the convention centre in Ames with free parking

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Indoor pool
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

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2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, 50014
  • Place, Reiman Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Stephens Auditorium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa State Center
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top 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

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Tower

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ames

You'll be connected to the convention centre at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University, and within a 30-minute stroll of Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, The IowaStater, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and sauna as well as access to hiking/biking trails. 20000 square feet (1858 square metres) of event facilities include 9 meeting rooms and a conference centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including an off-lead area and litter trays. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Ames hotel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Stephens Auditorium and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Iowa State Center.

What's nearby

  • Christofferson Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Iowa State Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Brunnier Art Museum - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Stomping Grounds Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wasabi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Welch Ave. Station - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪IAST8CY Tailgate - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Filling Station - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Hotel connected to the convention centre in Ames with free parking
As a guest of Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University, you'll find an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness centre. 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 metres) and includes a conference centre. 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • 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 duvets. 45-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout 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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The IowaStater

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (20,000 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LED TV with cable channels

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-lead area and litter trays 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 cots (infant beds)!

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 aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 13 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University on 15 Feb 2026 start from NZ$169.41, including 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.

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

Yep, Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University has a free self car park.

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

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

What makes Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University.

Is Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is a hit with families.

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

Yeah, breakfast is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

No, Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University, with dog exercise areas and litter trays on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 3 pets.

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 875 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1232 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were able to order off the menu for breakfast as it was a weekday. The breakfast was very good! Rooms were clean and the front desk was nice. Ample parking. The hot tub was pretty good as well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I love the amenities offered and the friendly staff. I was taking time away and I only stayed at the hotel and didn’t leave and I enjoyed my time and relaxed so very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tera

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Dwight, San Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location to campus, great breakfast, comfortable room!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, Downers Grove

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good condition
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jody, New York

Disliked: Amenities
Bathroom door kept getting stuck. Bartender was pathetically awful and so so sooooo slow. Did not prioritize guests over making himself “look cool.” Had to ask to have martini remade as it was the worst I’ve ever had…this was for all 3 of us that ordered them. None of us drank them. Breakfast bland, flavorless and cold. Waffle machine didn’t work. No hot water for hot tea. Waitress didn’t take our dirty plates away when we finished eating. Not worth the $300+ a night we paid to stay there. Stay anywhere else but here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is great. My experience with Expedia was awful. I had booked a previous reservation at the same property for Oct 4. We had to cancel, and did so directly with the property. I was never refunded, and the wrong reservation was canceled. FIX YOUR COMMUNICATION WITH THE PROPERTIES!!! This is an Expedia problem. I will no longer use Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edmund

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay Close to Iowa St and you can walk to a football at Jack Trice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and accommodating!! Very clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Omaha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast buffet for one person.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was average and seemed overdone with some items like the biscuits
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025