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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

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An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.
A modern hotel room with a central seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A lobby with a large banner of Iowa State University Central Campus, seating area with sofas and tables, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A hallway with a red carpet leading to a restaurant named "The Iowa Stater Restaurant."

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
$89 nightly
The current price is $100 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16

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2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, 50014
  • Place, Christofferson Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Reiman Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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

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

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View, Executive Level

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

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Tower

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View, Executive Level

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View, Executive Level

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a striped headboard, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

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

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the walls.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

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About the neighborhood

Ames

When you stay at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University in Ames, you'll be connected to the convention center, within a 5-minute drive of Iowa State University and Reiman Gardens. .This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Jack Trice Stadium and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Stephens Auditorium.

What's nearby

  • Christofferson Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Iowa State University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Reiman Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Hilton Coliseum - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Welch Ave. Station - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Pit - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Irish Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wasabi - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

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 comforters. 45-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 187 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a television in a common area.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, The IowaStater, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Ames? This hotel has 20000 square feet (1858 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 14 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
The IowaStater - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • 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 crib
  • 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)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (20,000 square feet 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • 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

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • 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
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per week
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area and litter boxes are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1029 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1436 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1436 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fabulous staff and nice clean rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel overall very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff at check in, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We always stay at the Gateway when possible! 5 stars all around - great location for visiting our Cyclone daughters!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was very clean and the staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent property. Very clean, convenient and plenty to do. The restaurant had good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the hotel. The pool and hot tub are a nice way to end the day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean rooms. Staff were polite and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I can't imagine there being a better place to stay in Ames!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Large, clean rooms. Good value for the money (at least when we stayed). Convenient location if visiting Iowa State University. We have no complaints and would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing and clean! Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and a noon checkout are all I needed. Shower was good and room was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice rooms and facilities at a great price. We had 2 rooms that connected which was great for traveling with young children.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

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It is a great location and friendly staff. The beds were so hard and they used very strong air freshener that was overpowering.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Clean, quiet and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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The hotel and grounds were excellent. Breakfast was very good but dinner was not very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It's a little older but a nice clean hotel, with some updates.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated modern, huge, and comfortable room.. would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was one of the better hotel pools. The water was warm and it went to 6 feet deep! Rooms and hotel was clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was the third time I have stayed there, Each time was a great experience. Please keep up the good work.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved it! It was a great weekend getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Ask about parking, place is huge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026