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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.0 star property

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Outdoor wedding area
Property grounds
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, 50014
  • Place, Reiman Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Stephens Auditorium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa State Center
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Tower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

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

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

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About the area

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 Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium. .This hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Stephens Auditorium and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hilton Coliseum.

What's nearby

  • Christofferson Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Iowa State Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Brunnier Art Museum - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wasabi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stomping Grounds Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Filling Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dublin Bay Irish Pub & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪IAST8CY Tailgate - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Pet-friendly hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Ames
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 9 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
The IowaStater - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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 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

Payment types

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

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. 846 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1200 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos E.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Excellent hotel.

Very clean. Excellent stay. Easy access to University, Reiman Gardens and interstate.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly, Emporia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy access
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Ames. Nice breakfast and great pool, hot tub and sauna. Easy to get to Iowa State and Provisions restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable and nostalgic. Brunch on Saturday at onsite restaraunt was delicious. Location is very close to ISU campus
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Georgia

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were very friendly and accommodating. However, for the price I paid it would have been nicer if our room was tidied up each day. We had to request clean towels which were brought to our room while we were away, which was great. But none of the of the overflowing waste baskets were emptied. Service in the dining room was exceedingly slow, as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmira

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

shawna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jalen

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeffry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Albia

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

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay if you are going to State. Loved the modern room and amenities! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
People are friendly, free coffee in lobby, nice enough room, gym was okay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas, Havre de Grace

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Good: It's located in a great spot, close to everything. We were able to walk to Jack Trice in less than 20 mins. There are also good restaurants nearby. The Bad: The beds are incredibly uncomfortable and the on site restaurant and bar are average at best. I wish they would rehab the aforementioned because it could be cool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in town for a college tour and stayed at this hotel for proximity to campus. Staff was so friendly! We at breakfast at the hotel restaurant - delicious! We also ordered dinner to go and it did not disappoint.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025