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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
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Property grounds
Lobby lounge
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, 50014
  • Reiman Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Iowa State University
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Tower

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Lobby

Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (1001)
The price is NZ$158
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
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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

  • Reiman Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Iowa State University - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seasons Marketplace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Welch Ave Station - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 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.

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

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

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

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. 695 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd, Brookfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. We will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice location close to university.

Nice location close to university. Loved the bathroom!! Would stay again. Their computer system was down but check in was friendly and still a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

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

4/10 Poor

Steven

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Will not return
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trey

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

robert

Travelled with family
I was a quick college tour. Value for the $. Dont get a low floor as our view was an AC unit right outside the window. The hotel and the room were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is a great location for the Iowa State University campus. It’s up-to-date decor is nice. Also room is very clean. No complaints here!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to ISU. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Laura, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Credit card machine down so had to leave out numbers on paper, no receipt, rude staff, pool shut down for kids but re-opened for adults under a lie about it being broken... just ridiculous issues...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Meredith

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disappointing stay for the money we paid

In Ames for our child’s youth basketball state tournament. This is something we look forward to every year. We get to the hotel and all card readers were down and the front staff was not pleasant and rude. After we get checked in they then tell us the pool is out of order when an hour earlier other people on our team had been swimming with no issues. We went to the front desk to get some cups for our sodas and we were told we only could have 5 plastic cups. We then congregated in the pool area with our team and were told we had to be out of there at 10:00 because it was adult swim time. The guy was unpleasant especially when the pool was out of service anyway. The card reader on our door did not always work to get in our room, at one time we stiff their for 10 minutes before it took our card. Then pulled down the comforter to find black hairs on the pillow. Just a really bad experience at a hotel we have had really good luck with in the past. Disappointing service created a really bad atmosphere for our team. Especially the price we paid to stay and have no amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Miles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not entirely a reflection on the property but I feel it is still within the hotel’s responsibility to all guests; a large number of families for sports teams were staying at the same time. When we arrived, the families had taken over the lobby and some kids tried to sell my husband some pizza slices while we were checking in. Our room had kids running up and down the hall yelling. I called the front desk after 10pm and they were very responsive, said they would do a walk through. I think they tried. Noise went on until closer to 11 pm when we fell asleep with tv on to drown out the noise. Not the hotel’s fault but still sorta ruined our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pool was not operational and have kids main reason for staying at this location. Check in was done by paper. Rooms weren’t ready until after 4
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was a ton of kids running around and being very chaotic and disruptive. I did not matter where my wife and I went. Their parents did nothing to reign in their kids and let their kids use the hotel as their personal gym. I wish the hotel staff were better able or allowed to remove guests who couldn't control their kids and were letting them roam in packs of 12-15 kids.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though they the system was down and had no key passes or credit card use the property did a pretty amazing job keeping things running fairly smooth
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Problems at the Gateway

The room was way to dark! Poor lighting all around. Never did figure out how to use the silly shower hardware either! Who approves this stuff. Arrived and "system" was down. No key cards available. It happens?
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025