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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3.0 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Ames

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View, Executive Level | Living area | 45-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV
Outdoor wedding area
Courtyard
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Laundry
    Laundry
The price is AED 294
AED 330 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Tower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View, Executive Level | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, 50014

What's nearby

  • Reiman Gardens - 20 min walk
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 2 min drive
  • Stephens Auditorium - 3 min drive
  • Hilton Coliseum - 4 min drive
  • Iowa State University - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seasons Marketplace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Welch Ave Station - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burgie's Coffee & Tea - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Hotel near Jack Trice Stadium
Located close to Reiman Gardens and Stephens Auditorium, Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the spa tub. The on-site restaurant, The IowaStater, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like hiking/biking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a conference center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and a front-desk safe
  • A banquet hall, a TV in the lobby, and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 187 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 45-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • The IowaStater

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center (20000 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms - 9

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 available
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • 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

  • Designated smoking areas
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LED TV
  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide

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 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

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Reiman Gardens and Jack Trice Stadium. Stephens Auditorium and Iowa State Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 677 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara, Geneseo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to ISU campus...bar inside hotel was excellent along with good breakfast buffet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy in and out for a quick stay. Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harlan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice room at a very reasonable rate. I will definitely stay here again. Great breakfast was included.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms large and appeared recently remodeled. Front desk helpful. Nice to have a bar and restaurant on-site. Plenty of parking, helping us avoid the traffic from the football game.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location, but it would be nice to have a meal for two people instead of just one
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well cared for. Very nice room and bathroom. Clean. Very nice helpful staff. I will return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Phoebe, Bondurant

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when in town for an Iowa State game!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Nicely remodeled room. Close to campus activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Glen Ellyn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hyeonji

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy access
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first stay at the Gateway and we loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anil

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EV charging
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Selle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Convinient and close to ISU. Could use friendlier staff. Breakfast is only good for one person! Pretty pricey for a limited item on breakfast menu! Good stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024