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Iowa House

Property class: 3

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A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee and tea stations, and a decorative sign.
A bedroom with a bed, a staircase, a TV mounted on the wall, and a skylight.
A two-story brick house with a gabled roof, a front entrance with a door, and a small porch with potted plants.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large clock on the wall.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sign reading "Be our Guest," and a "WELCOME" sign.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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405 Hayward Ave., Ames, IA, 50014
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Stephens Auditorium
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Hilton Coliseum
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a television, and a window with blinds.

Loft Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Suite 301)

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303)

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair. There are two windows with blinds, a door, and a wall-mounted TV.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 100)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A bedroom with a bed, two wall-mounted picture frames, a chair, and a standing fan.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 201)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 202)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a television, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 203)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 204)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A neatly made bed with a patterned quilt, a bedside lamp, and a television on a stand to the left.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 205)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread and matching pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with blinds, and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 206)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 302)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Room 304)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 306)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 101)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Ames

Iowa House places you steps from Iowa State University and within a 20-minute stroll of 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. .Near this 3-property class Ames B&B, you'll find Jack Trice Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Iowa State University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Iowa State Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Welch Ave. Station - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Roni's Mac Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jeff's Pizza Shop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Iowa House

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Iowa House?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Iowa House on 28 Sept 2026 start from NZ$235, 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.

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.

Iowa House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 727 out of 884 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 884 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 884 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 884 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 884 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Delicious breakfast, comfortable room and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place, excellent breakfast with personalized attention.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff are friendly, rooms are clean, and the breakfast every morning is delicious
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space was clean and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really enjoyed my stay at the Iowa house. It was clean, well-located, and had a very cozy feel to it. The bed was comfortable and had full-size pillows, which is important to me.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Cozy and welcoming. Great location and snacks. Breakfast served hot and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything was great. Staff was friendly and helpful! Would stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for Iowa State University. Clean & Comfortable lodging.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room and property were immaculate! Common areas were a quiet place to relax. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was prepared
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A lovely spot - a nice change from a hotel room - the home is well cared for and it’s a spot I have already recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Roomier than expected, courteous staff, clean and nicely decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice and clean room, very friendly staffs, and great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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We stayed at Iowa House for 5 nights while attending an event at Iowa State University. Our room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. The staff was excellent and acted quickly to resolve an issue we had with the a/c. The breakfasts were so-so with a few good meals and a few "not-so-good" meals. A suggestion: add some healthier options on the breakfast counter such as less sugary cereal, plain yogurt, granola, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The common areas were very welcoming and the room was quiet. I did not eat breakfast but it was offered and they had snacks for me to take with me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was spacious and very clean. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast and visiting with other guests as we ate. We also loved the close proximity to campus town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

I love staying here. It's not fancy, but feels home like.Everything is good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

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The Iowa House is beautiful! However we had to listen to music (found out it was on all night from the lobby), so very little sleep. We had a staff member enter our room at 10:40 without knocking. And then again at 11:01, to see if we were leaving. Breakfast was ok. Lady that works at reception was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is quaint and cozy. Our room was clean, well-appointed, and featured lovely details that made you feel like you were in a home. The breakfast was fantastic (egg bake, toast, fresh fruits, etc) and the dining area was adorable. Such a wonderful gem right on campus. Can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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First time guest. The most comfortable stay I've had in a long time. Everything met expectations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I had a wonderful time at the Iowa House! Everyone there was so nice. My room was cozy and clean and perfect for me! The price was good, too. It was a couple of blocks away from the Parks Library on campus at Iowa State University, which is where I spent my days. So great to have the complimentary breakfast each morning in the nice dining room. Also, I loved eating dinner at the little outside patio at the cute restaurant a block and a half from my room as well. Gorgeous neighborhood--quiet and conducive for studying. The parking was convenient and safe. I will be returning in a couple of months!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It is a very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I love staying at the Iowa House when I visit my son at Iowa State. It is very close to campus, definitely within walking distance. The rooms are always clean and cool. The dining room always has something to eat at all hours. Breakfast in the mornings are always good. I even got a text asking if I would be eating breakfast. The staff are great and very accommodating. When I go to Ames, this is the first place I look to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fantastic stay. The room was very comfortable, the breakfast was fantastic every day and the proprietors were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025