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Iowa House

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Iowa State University

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Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303)
Fireplace
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Free daily full breakfast

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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405 Hayward Ave., Ames, IA, 50014
  • Place, Stephens Auditorium
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Loft Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Suite 301)

Loft Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Suite 301)

Loft Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Suite 301)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303)

Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303)

Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 100)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 100)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 100)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds (Room 101 & 102)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 201)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 201)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 201)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 202)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 202)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 202)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 203)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 203)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 203)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 204)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 204)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 204)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 205)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 205)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 205)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 206)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 206)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 206)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 302)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 302)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 302)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Room 304)

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Room 304)

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Room 304)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 306)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 306)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 306)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 101)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Ames

At Iowa House you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Farm House Museum and Stephens Auditorium. Highlights at this B&B include a complimentary breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a games room. Added amenities include a free manager's reception, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. .With a stay at this 3-property class Ames B&B, you'll be 1.7 km (1 mi) from Iowa State University.
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What's nearby

  • Stephens Auditorium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Iowa State University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stomping Grounds Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Pit - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Welch Ave. Station - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Macubana - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪AJs Liquor #2 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Iowa House

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Iowa State University
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Event space at this bed & breakfast measures 325 square feet (30 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Iowa House also features an arcade/games room, coffee/tea in common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Ames bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 325 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq. m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Express check-out
  • Games room or arcade
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Iowa House offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with in-room jetted baths.

This Ames bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 325 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 50.0 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 per stay

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 and debit 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

House Iowa
Iowa House Inn
Iowa House Hotel - Ames
Iowa House B&B
House B&B
Iowa House B&B Ames
Iowa House Ames
Iowa House Ames
Iowa House Bed & breakfast
Iowa House Bed & breakfast Ames
Iowa House Historic Inn near Campus

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Iowa House?

Yep, Iowa House has a free self car park.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Iowa House?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Does Iowa House serve breakfast?

Yep, our visitors highly rate the free full brekkie here! Available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Iowa House?

No, Iowa House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Iowa House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Iowa House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Iowa House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 659 out of 809 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 809 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 809 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 809 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 809 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

an inn full of historical memories.

The host is super. The room is full of 90's atmosphere with many midwestern features. But some of them are too old such as the sink counter. I was not able to find the shower converter the first night. That seems a common issue. Overall, I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
We drive to Minnesota once a year. We won’t stay anywhere else. The staff is friendly and helpful, the location is quiet and within walking distance of restaurants, and it’s an easy drive to get to and from I-35. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and homelike with gracious staff, walkable to campus.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Babatope

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at the Iowa House! So comfortable, clean, and welcoming. It is so close to campus that we could actually walk. The breakfast was delicious. The breakfast server and chef were attentive and friendly. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great property well located for short trip to Ames and the university
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the breakfast, the snacks and all the sweet little touches at Iowa house!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, Downers Grove

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As always, the Iowa House exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room 100 was very noisy. Not sure if it was the room above or the kitchen but I was kept up both nights with walking, moving things around and other sounds. I would stay away from that room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hours, great location with great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved staying at Iowa House. It was so cozy and comfortable. We’ll definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

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

Comfortable and beautiful

Really lovely historic inn in a nice setting. Parking was easy, the shared spaces were beautiful, with nice touches. Breakfast was delicious. I came to town to meet up with family and it couldn't have been more convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

ISU orientation stay

Warm and thoughtful place to stay. Just a few blocks from school- an easy bus ride or walk. Calm evening and wonderful breakfast. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeAndre

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Initially a little odd as it is unconventional compared to most hotels. But overall was better than majority of hotels I ever stayed in. Also wasn’t expensive. Breakfast was a Harry Potter dining hall type vibe. Easily met knew people. Staff engaged in conversation. Bars right around the corner. Clean bathroom. Fridge and microwave was like 5 feet from the toilet in my room which was weird but overall easily a great place to stay, and I don’t leave reviews often
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

yiqun

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic experience at Iowa House! Best place to stay in Ames by far. The staff was excellent & the breakfasts were amazing. A very unique and relaxing atmosphere. As class of 1984 ISU alumni, it was a very special time to reconnect with Iowa State. We will recommend to all our friends traveling through Iowa!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

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

Great comfortable homey place

We travel from Wisconsin to Kansas frequently to visit family and always stop half way. Now Iowa house in Ames will be our preference stop and place to stay. Everything was so comfortable (even the pillows). Breakfast was OUTSTANDING!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iowa House is to convenient when visiting for any activity near Iowa State campus! Walkable to the campus and surrounding areas. Quiet and quaint!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025