Steps from Iowa State University, Hampton Inn & Suites Ames offers a warm welcome with breakfast and a business center. Get moving in the gym or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool, then unwind with WiFi access and helpful staff who have left lasting impressions on previous guests.
Main Street Cultural District - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Iowa State University - 5 min drive - 8.8 km
Jack Trice Stadium - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
Reiman Gardens - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
The Mucky Duck Pub - 3 min drive
Panera Bread - 4 min drive
Arby's - 4 min drive
About this property
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames
When you stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Ames, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University. The indoor pool is a great spot for a morning swim, and guests can get a workout in at the fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
90 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 2016
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Closed captioned TV
Phone accessibility kit
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Weekly housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
LED light bulbs
Mobile key entry
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hampton Inn & Suites Ames offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hampton Inn & Suites Ames does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hampton Inn & Suites Ames?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hampton Inn & Suites Ames?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hampton Inn & Suites Ames?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hampton Inn & Suites Ames?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hampton Inn & Suites Ames and nearby?
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames has an indoor pool and a fitness center.
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Reviews
Hampton Inn & Suites Ames Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, delicious, and plentiful with a variety of options. (16 reviews)
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8/10 Very good
Dec 29, 2025
Room was very clean and the food was better than I’ve had from other hotels.
LouAnn
LouAnn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
Very nice clean hotel.
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2025
Loved that this hotel had rooms for families of six, wonderful breakfast, easy check-in/out!
Alea
Alea, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 14, 2025
Room was good for the area.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2025
Very clean and quiet. Nice breakfast set up.
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Great place to stay, quite, clean, and friendly staff!
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2025
Check in was a breeze. Rooms are always clean & comfy
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
Great service, new and clean room. Great job!
Jean-Claude
Jean-Claude, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2024
The bedding was comfortable and the staff was super friendly.
Nora
Nora, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2023
Nice property, comfortable room, very nice staff, would recommend.
CHRISTOPHER
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2025
The area is very safe. The room is very clean.
Suwicha
Suwicha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
Friendly staff and clean room.
Karli
Karli, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Very clean - staff was great!
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
Staff was friendly and helpful
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2023
Our stay was fantastic. The staff and facility was absolutely perfect :)
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
Best hotel I’ve stayed at in a long time! Large clean rooms and very comfortable beds. Great staff!
Zane
Zane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2023
We enjoyed that it was easy to find, parking also was nearby, nice pool an lively room!
Glenda
Glenda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2024
Great place!
Very friendly staff
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2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Second time staying and the girl who checked us in was there both times and super friendly! Will be there again in 3 months!
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2023
Clean, neat, friendly, by some great restaurants. Would stay again.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2024
A great place to stay in Ames! Close enough to Jack Trice stadium and the Mexican restaurant across the street was great! Would stay there again.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2023
Nice place convenient friendly staff
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Clean room. Kind staff Thank you
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2023
The staff were great. Breakfast very very good would recommend this hotel
Joseph A
Joseph A, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2024
Very clean, very nice, friendly and helpful staff.