Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

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January 2025

February 2025

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area | 45-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Bar

Pool

Room service

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2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, 50014

Reiman Gardens
20 min walk
Jack Trice Stadium
2 min drive
The IowaStater Restaurant
2 min walk
The Filling Station
3 min walk

Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.

Expect exceptional service
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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Tower

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan

About this property

Pet-friendly hotel connected to the convention centre in Ames with free parking

Along with an indoor pool, this hotel has a restaurant and a fitness centre. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna and a conference centre are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.

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.

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

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention centre and within walking distance of Reiman Gardens. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an indoor pool. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include an off-lead area and litter trays.

Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage and wedding services
On-site recreation includes a gym, a sauna and hiking/biking trails
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
Just a 2-minute drive from Reiman Gardens and a few minutes from Jack Trice Stadium
Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-lead area and litter trays

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.

The IowaStater – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

The IowaStater

Family friendly

Free 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

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

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

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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Bryan, Otsego

Travelled with partner

19 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property seemed to be updated which was really nice. Breakfast was underwhelming at best.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family

19 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller

18 Sept 2024

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

This is my regular place to stay in Ames. This time I was in the Executive Section. The door to the parking lot had a security device (that would require the use of the room key) however it was not operational. This was made known to the staff. Breakfast was short staffed and slow; on the second day the venting system wasn't operational thus reducing menu choices. On balance good place to stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with family

17 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great hotel! Excellent front desk service. Quiet! Pool was clean and Jacuzzi was nice.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tracie

Travelled with family

16 Sept 2024

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

Didn't like the hard beds...some would say extra firm. Also the A/C unit could use some updating. Very loud unit turning off and on all night long. Quiet hotel, not very busy at all. When I booked the room, there were very few rooms left?

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

16 Sept 2024

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Travelled with family

16 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We enjoyed our stay at the Gateway and we will definitely be back. It is conveniently located close to Iowa State’s campus which makes visiting our college student easy. The staff is extremely welcoming and helpful. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bridget

Travelled with family

16 Sept 2024

Great Iowa State U hotel. Wished the room floors were cleaner. The entire hotel is updated and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristie

15 Sept 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with partner

12 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great stay!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Armando

12 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jon, Omaha

Travelled with partner

12 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Our room at Gateway Hotel was clean and comfortable at an excellent value. Bed was comfortable, bathroom and shower were clean and in perfect working order. A compact ironing board and iron is available for wrinkled clothes. I liked the large window in our room with view of a nearby tree. On eco-friendliness front, it was refreshing to see a property not feel like they have to keep the grass on grounds super green, in September it's okay for plants to be a bit brown. One gripe is the mounted soap dispenser in my shower was completely empty. Staff refilled it quickly, but if I would have been a tight morning time schedule it would have irked me.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024