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Hilton Garden Inn Ames

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Iowa State University

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Indoor pool
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

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1325 Dickinson Ave, Ames, IA, 50014
  • Iowa State University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Stephens Auditorium
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton)

Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

2 Queens Evolution Rm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One King Bed

King Evolution Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bathroom shower

One King Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ames

At Hilton Garden Inn Ames you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Iowa State University and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Reiman Gardens. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Garden Grille & Lounge, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a 24-hour business centre. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Ames hotel, you'll be 4.4 km (2.8 mi) from Stephens Auditorium and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Jack Trice Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Iowa State University - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kum & Go - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Perfect Games - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kum & Go - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mullets - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Hotel with free parking, near Iowa State University
Hilton Garden Inn Ames offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. 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 centre and 3 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2591 square feet (241 square metres) 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 centre (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
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hilton Garden Inn Ames offers 112 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ames hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desk chairs and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7 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

Restaurants on site

  • Garden Grille & Lounge

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,591 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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

Entertainment

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

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 lb 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 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.

  • 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 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 smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton) guidelines.

We should mention

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

Hilton Garden Inn Ames offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Ames on 19 Oct 2025 start from AU$165.64, 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 Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

Yep, Hilton Garden Inn Ames has a free self car park.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Ames have a pool?

Hilton Garden Inn Ames has an indoor pool.

What makes Hilton Garden Inn Ames a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hilton Garden Inn Ames.

Is Hilton Garden Inn Ames family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hilton Garden Inn Ames is a hit with families.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Ames serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is available weekdays between 6 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

No, Hilton Garden Inn Ames does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?

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

Hilton Garden Inn Ames Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 821 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 821 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 821 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 821 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 821 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Alfredo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tasha

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Meghan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The place and location is nice. Unfortunately we booked our stay for 3 nights 4 days and the cleaning was disappointing. We kept asking for towels, shower gel etc. Only once they came to grab garbages out the room. I felt I wasn’t taken care of at all!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jagdishkumar

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

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

8/10 Good

Janet

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We reserved a king bed - overbooked so ended up with 2 queens. Went to check in and computer system was down so had to come back later.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was above the expectations. I was shown breakfast was included prior to booking but still required to pay separately for it. So hotel is a bit pricier than most in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean property and rooms. Nice lobby. Staff was friendly. Very much appreciated how pet friendly it is.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean place to stay. We were there for graduation weekend and everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus, Hoffman Estates

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities and we loved the breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful! Very nice room. Very clean. The pool was very nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was great and the room was very clean, but the light fixtures were probably the worst I've ever had in a hotel room. Good luck if you want to do some reading there!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tonya

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the gas station and several restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Courtney

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No help from associates, digital cards did not work at the pool, gym or any outside doors. Front desk associate upon arrival did not greet guest. Around 11:15 on check out day, we were called and told that we left a laptop and a bag and maybe something else in the room. The called did not see the items, not look at the room prior to making the call. We quickly left our lunch (in another town) and drove to obtain the items that we were very confused about leaving at the hotel. The hotel staff assured us that we had left multiple items in our room and were inquiring if we had actually left. After we left our lunch and turned back around in the opposite direction of final destination, we received a call from the hotel staff that we had not left anything in the room. The cleaning staff did not recognize the packed up pack-in-play (owned by the hotel) or the tray that the coffee sits on, it was confused for a laptop. This delayed our trip over an hour. The disorganization at this hotel was astonishing. We can to swim and they were cleaning the pool. There were not guests there...couldn't they have done this prior to check-in time? It felt very intrusive and unprofessional to have a creepy old man cleaning the pool while my family and 2 daughters were trying to enjoy the hotel we had paid for. I would give 0 stars for the overall experience, given this is a HILTON hotel. I have way higher standards for customer service, hotel cleaning standards and overall appearance.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Roland

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here! The beds are so comfortable and it’s roomy, clean, and the staff are excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

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

Great hotel by ISU

Very clean and comfortable. Located near ISU so perfect location to visit the university. Staff was friendly and expedient with checkin
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcoming and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and very clean! We would stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tait

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allie

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly…and a bar! Always a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025