In the heart of Ames, Hilton Garden Inn Ames offers a tranquil retreat with a grocery store, shopping on site, and an American cuisine restaurant. Unwind at the indoor pool or take in views from the terrace and garden. Guests have praised this hotel's helpful staff.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
Pool
Gym
Pet-friendly
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Fitness centre
Room service
24-hour business centre
Business centre
3 meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Feel at home (6)
Free cots/infant beds
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
The current price is NZ$190
NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Room options
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Room, 1 King Bed (Peleton)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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2 Queens Evolution Rm
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
37 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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King Evolution Room
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
26 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
48 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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One King Bed, Accessible
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
48 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
57 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Suite, Accessible
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
65 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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About this property
Hilton Garden Inn Ames
At Hilton Garden Inn Ames, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Garden Grille & Lounge, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge and a fitness centre are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
112 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Local/corner shop
What to do
Shopping
Working away
24-hour business centre
3 meeting rooms
Conference space (2591 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2008
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
An indoor pool
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Closed-captioned TV
Phone accessibility kit
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Thin carpet in room
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
MP3 docking station
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Special features
Dining
Garden Grille & Lounge – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8.95 to 12.95 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's 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, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hilton Garden Inn Ames offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hilton Garden Inn 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilton Garden Inn Ames?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hilton Garden Inn Ames and nearby?
Hilton Garden Inn Ames has an indoor pool and a fitness centre, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hilton Garden Inn Ames?
Yes, Garden Grille & Lounge offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Hilton Garden Inn Ames like?
Hilton Garden Inn Ames is located a short 20-minute walk from Iowa State University.
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Hilton Garden Inn Ames Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
3 June 2025
We reserved a king bed - overbooked so ended up with 2 queens. Went to check in and computer system was down so had to come back later.
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 March 2025
Close to the gas station and several restaurants
Tonya
Tonya, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 March 2025
Great room
Harvey
Harvey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2025
Very nice hotel and very clean! We would stay again!!
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2025
Great hotel by ISU
Very clean and comfortable. Located near ISU so perfect location to visit the university. Staff was friendly and expedient with checkin
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 February 2025
Staff was very welcoming and helpful!
Darren
Darren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 February 2024
Great place to stay!
Hans
Hans, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 August 2024
Great place to stay at. Staff are friendly and nice. Hotel is well kept.
Jeanette
Jeanette, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 September 2024
Great place to stay, doing some renovation's but other than that great staff clean room
Kyle
Kyle, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
16 January 2025
Had to pay for breakfast and were not given many options.
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 November 2024
Hotel and room was excellent, clean and well maintained. Parking was a little though but not impossible. The area will benefit of some restaurants
Jesus
Jesus, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 April 2024
Property was clean and staff was very friendly.
Darin
Darin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2024
Great stop for our road trip across the country
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 May 2024
The staff was very friendly.
Lorene
Lorene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 July 2024
Very quiet and newer, clean location
Brianna
Brianna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
Good
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 May 2024
Wonderful
Love this hotel. Was always our go to when visiting our son
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Good
13 October 2024
Noisy guests
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 February 2024
Checked in no problems very nice staff room was decent and would stay again
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 April 2024
The staff was very friendly and this hotel was clean and very nice. I got in a great workout in the gym and enjoyed the breakfast in the morning. There were lots of great options. I would definitely stay here again.
Dana
Dana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 April 2024
Front desk staff very friendly; parts of hotel seem a bit dated for a Hilton
Kristin
Kristin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 October 2023
Parents and Family Weekend
Very nice hotel. Clean, quiet and very professional staff. I would stay here again without question.
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 March 2024
Very comfortable beds. Excellent customer service
Vickie
Vickie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 June 2024
just okay
The hotel staff was very friendly and attentive. Some areas throughout need updated.
Alexander
Alexander, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
4 September 2024
They certainly took less concern of someone who booked through Expedia. Had to move to another hotel. Then back again.