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9.3

(124 reviews)

Iowa House Historic Inn0

From$132
Minimum rate per night

9.3

(124 reviews)
405 Hayward Avenue, Ames, 50014, US
From$132
Minimum rate per night

Pet Friendly

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Picnic area

Wheelchair accessible

Welcome to Iowa House Historic Inn, a charming and historic inn located in the heart of Ames, Iowa. Just 2mi from the city center, this inn offers a perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast included in your stay.

With 124 reviews, guests rave about the Iowa House Historic Inn's comfortable accommodations and outstanding service. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, this inn has you covered with a range of amenities including private parking, free wifi, air conditioning, and non-smoking rooms. The inn is also pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure.

Featuring a variety of amenities such as a shared lounge, game room, and outdoor fireplace, there's something for everyone at this inn. Enjoy the picnic area or take advantage of the business center for any work needs. The Iowa House Historic Inn goes above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay for all guests.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the charm and hospitality of the Iowa House Historic Inn. Prices start from $132, so book your stay today and make unforgettable memories in Ames, Iowa.

At the Iowa House Historic Inn, you have a variety of room options to choose from. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or with your family, there's a room that suits your needs. The Standard Double Room is perfect for solo travelers or couples, with a comfortable Queen size bed and space for up to 2 adults. If you're looking for something a little more luxurious, the Deluxe Double Room offers the same amenities but with the option of either a Queen size bed or two Twin beds.

For those seeking more space, the inn also offers two spacious suites. The Deluxe Queen Suite can accommodate up to 4 adults, with a Double bed and a Queen size bed. If you prefer a King size bed, the Deluxe King Suite is perfect for you, also accommodating up to 4 adults with a King size bed and a Double bed. Both suites provide extra comfort and relaxation during your stay.

Families or larger groups can opt for the Deluxe Family Room, which features two Queen size beds and can accommodate up to 4 adults. This room provides ample space for everyone to unwind and enjoy their stay. Whichever room you choose, rest assured that the Iowa House Historic Inn provides comfortable and inviting accommodations for all guests.

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Closest airports

Des Moines International Airport

33.2mi

Fort Dodge Municipal Airport

46.1mi

Most popular amenities

Pet Friendly

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Picnic area

Wheelchair accessible

Business center

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Private Bathroom

Parking On Site

Rooms

Guest reviews

9.3

(124 reviews)
From$132
Minimum rate per night

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Location

9.8

Facilities

9.4

Staff

9.3

Value for money

9.4

Wifi quality

6.7

Breakfast

9.7

Featured reviews:

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Ferrell

10

June 2023

The facility keeps coffee and snacks out for guests throughout the day, very nice if you happen to get in late or come down late for breakfast. The location of the home is exception, a nice walk to the downtown. Safe and clean neighborhood. The room is well furnished, clean and spacious bathroom.

hard to say what I didn't like. The furnishings and amenities are well done.

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Joann

10

August 2021

We stayed at the Iowa Inn for three nights. The host and staff were fabulous, friendly, and provided fantastic service. The building is in perfect condition and the facilities and room excellent and comfortable. The rooms are so nice as to make you feel like you never left home. The first floor common room is elegant and very comfortable to reading, talking, or just relaxing. Breakfast was made to order, simple and delicious, and delivered quickly. The dining area was clean and comfortable. Location is great. We were not there for the University however but the property is easily accessible with ample parking. There are sitting areas outside as well to enjoy the day or evening. In summary, our stay was fantastic and we highly recommend the Iowa Inn.

There is really very little to be added. It is pretty rare not to have any commentary but there is little we can recommend improving. Perhaps a more "healthy" afternoon evening snack other than cracker-like items or raw fruit. Best we can do ;-)

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Thomas

8.2

May 2023

The kitchen area was great accommodation. The loft in the room was nice. The location was great for Iowa Sate campus. Easy to access. Friendly.

Carpet was a little mangy/dirty looking, but no big deal. The room fridge was in the bathroom, just a bit off setting and weird. The lock on the door was strange and i wasn't certain it locked.

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Julie

10

September 2023

This is my second time staying at the Iowa House. I grew up in Ames, and come back often to see friends and family. I've decided I will not stay anywhere else, except here. So homey, exceptionally clean and the hot breakfast in the morning and 24/7 snacks are great! Love love love!! Thank you all! See you soon!

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Leilani

10

June 2023

Great breakfast (French toast and either sausage or eggs), fruit, coffee, juice, and other options available (cereal, muffins, oatmeal, bars, etc). The bed was really comfortable and the location was quiet. Walkable to campus. Nice outside sitting area.

There isn't an elevator, which was ok for us but good to know.

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Tom

10

July 2023

Excellent breakfast, Great location, Comfortable beds, Cozy room for all four guests. We stayed here to attend a funeral and wanted to checkout this B&B for future stays, being our oldest grandson will be attending Iowa State this Fall. This will be our first choice for booking a room in the future years.

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Paul

10

August 2023

Staff treats you like an individual, not just a number. The site feels very homey and like 'an experience'. The location is ideal for both ISU related visitors and non-alike. Breakfast is always a treat and the fully stocked snack counter is an added bonus.

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Dick

9.1

August 2023

The beds were very comfortable. Nice pillows and bedding. Slept very well! Breakfast was good.

I reserved a room with two beds and I would have preferred that they were together on the same level vs the one being up in the loft area. The only access was a spiral staircase.

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Mark

8.2

September 2022

Snack and beverage availability was great- 24hr access. The basement common room/game room was cozy with a nice selection of board games. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful, with good service.

Our room was tight - desk chair had to be moved to fully open the door. Not much space on sides of the bed...but it was okay.

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Barbara

9.1

June 2022

Room very clean and bed extremely comfortable.

As solo female traveler in her 70s I struggled a bit with code and keyless entry. Very grateful they had a number posted on front door to call for help with that. Also, there is no elevator. So know that you have to drag your luggage upstairs to second or third floor.

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Ferrell

10

June 2023

10

The facility keeps coffee and snacks out for guests throughout the day, very nice if you happen to get in late or come down late for breakfast. The location of the home is exception, a nice walk to the downtown. Safe and clean neighborhood. The room is well furnished, clean and spacious bathroom.

hard to say what I didn't like. The furnishings and amenities are well done.

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Joann

10

August 2021

10

We stayed at the Iowa Inn for three nights. The host and staff were fabulous, friendly, and provided fantastic service. The building is in perfect condition and the facilities and room excellent and comfortable. The rooms are so nice as to make you feel like you never left home. The first floor common room is elegant and very comfortable to reading, talking, or just relaxing. Breakfast was made to order, simple and delicious, and delivered quickly. The dining area was clean and comfortable. Location is great. We were not there for the University however but the property is easily accessible with ample parking. There are sitting areas outside as well to enjoy the day or evening. In summary, our stay was fantastic and we highly recommend the Iowa Inn.

There is really very little to be added. It is pretty rare not to have any commentary but there is little we can recommend improving. Perhaps a more "healthy" afternoon evening snack other than cracker-like items or raw fruit. Best we can do ;-)

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Thomas

8.2

May 2023

8.2

The kitchen area was great accommodation. The loft in the room was nice. The location was great for Iowa Sate campus. Easy to access. Friendly.

Carpet was a little mangy/dirty looking, but no big deal. The room fridge was in the bathroom, just a bit off setting and weird. The lock on the door was strange and i wasn't certain it locked.

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Julie

10

September 2023

10

This is my second time staying at the Iowa House. I grew up in Ames, and come back often to see friends and family. I've decided I will not stay anywhere else, except here. So homey, exceptionally clean and the hot breakfast in the morning and 24/7 snacks are great! Love love love!! Thank you all! See you soon!

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Leilani

10

June 2023

10

Great breakfast (French toast and either sausage or eggs), fruit, coffee, juice, and other options available (cereal, muffins, oatmeal, bars, etc). The bed was really comfortable and the location was quiet. Walkable to campus. Nice outside sitting area.

There isn't an elevator, which was ok for us but good to know.

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Tom

10

July 2023

10

Excellent breakfast, Great location, Comfortable beds, Cozy room for all four guests. We stayed here to attend a funeral and wanted to checkout this B&B for future stays, being our oldest grandson will be attending Iowa State this Fall. This will be our first choice for booking a room in the future years.

🇺🇸

Paul

10

August 2023

10

Staff treats you like an individual, not just a number. The site feels very homey and like 'an experience'. The location is ideal for both ISU related visitors and non-alike. Breakfast is always a treat and the fully stocked snack counter is an added bonus.

🇺🇸

Dick

9.1

August 2023

9.1

The beds were very comfortable. Nice pillows and bedding. Slept very well! Breakfast was good.

I reserved a room with two beds and I would have preferred that they were together on the same level vs the one being up in the loft area. The only access was a spiral staircase.

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Mark

8.2

September 2022

8.2

Snack and beverage availability was great- 24hr access. The basement common room/game room was cozy with a nice selection of board games. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful, with good service.

Our room was tight - desk chair had to be moved to fully open the door. Not much space on sides of the bed...but it was okay.

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Barbara

9.1

June 2022

9.1

Room very clean and bed extremely comfortable.

As solo female traveler in her 70s I struggled a bit with code and keyless entry. Very grateful they had a number posted on front door to call for help with that. Also, there is no elevator. So know that you have to drag your luggage upstairs to second or third floor.

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Hotel surroundings Iowa House Historic Inn

Airport

Des Moines International Airport

33.2mi

Fort Dodge Municipal Airport

46.1mi

Airport

Des Moines International Airport

33.2mi

Fort Dodge Municipal Airport

46.1mi

Amenities of Iowa House Historic Inn

Pet Friendly

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Picnic area

Wheelchair accessible

Business center

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Private Bathroom

Parking On Site

Amenities of Iowa House Historic Inn

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Toilet with grab rails

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Wheelchair accessible

Activities

Game room

Bathroom

Bathtub

Bathtub or shower

Free toiletries

Hairdryer

Private Bathroom

Shower

Toilet

Toilet paper

Towels

Bedroom

Alarm clock

Linens

Wardrobe or closet

Business Facilities

Business center

Free

Fax/Photocopying

Free

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Free

Cleaning Services

Daily housekeeping

Free

Common Areas

Shared lounge/TV area

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/Puzzles

Indoor play area

Food & Drink

Fruit

Free

Snack bar

Special diet meals (on request)

Food & drink safety

Breakfast to-go containers

Front Desk Services

Baggage storage

Free

Private check-in/out

General

Air conditioning

Designated smoking area

Electric blankets

Facilities for disabled guests

Family rooms

Hardwood or parquet floors

Heating

Interconnecting room(s) available

Non-smoking rooms

Pet Friendly

Smoke-free property

Internet

Free wifi

Kitchen

Cleaning products

Dining table

Kitchenware

Microwave

Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

Dining area

Sitting area

Media & Technology

Cable channels

Flat-screen TV

Satellite channels

TV

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Outdoor fireplace

Outdoor furniture

Picnic area

Parking

Free Private Parking

Parking On Site

Free

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available

Contactless check-in/out

Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

Fan

Iron

Socket near the bed

Safety & security

CCTV in common areas

Fire extinguishers

Key access

Security alarm

Smoke alarms

Safety features

Access to healthcare professionals

First aid kits available

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

House rules - Iowa House Historic Inn

Iowa House Historic Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
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Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Age restrictions

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Curfew

Come and go whenever you want

Parking

Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

No capacity for extra beds or cribs.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash

Mastercard

Diners Club

American Express

Visa

JCB

Discover

Maestro

Carte Blanche

UnionPay

This property does not accept cash.

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

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Fine print

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Iowa House Historic Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions - Iowa House Historic Inn

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What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Iowa House Historic Inn?

Planning to stay at Iowa House Historic Inn? Kindly note that you can check in after 3:00 PM and before 11:00 AM is when you'll need to check out.

Does Iowa House Historic Inn offer complimentary parking?

Yes, there is ample parking available at the Iowa House Historic Inn. It is not only free and private, but also conveniently located on site. The best part is that no prior reservation is required to secure a parking spot.

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How much does a stay at Iowa House Historic Inn cost?

A stay at Iowa House Historic Inn can begin from a rate of $132. This is subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. For a clear price, input your desired stay dates.

What are the room types available at Iowa House Historic Inn?

The Iowa House Historic Inn offers standard double rooms, deluxe double rooms, deluxe queen suites, deluxe king suites, and deluxe family rooms. All rooms do not allow smoking and can accommodate 2 adults, except for the deluxe queen suite and deluxe king suite which can accommodate 4 adults. Bed sizes vary, with options including queen size beds, twin beds, double beds, and king size beds.

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Which amenities can guests enjoy at Iowa House Historic Inn?

At Iowa House Historic Inn, guests can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. They can start their day by exploring the business center, which provides a comfortable and professional environment for any work needs.

In their free time, guests have the opportunity to unwind and relax by the outdoor fireplace. Whether it's reading a book, enjoying a drink, or simply soaking in the ambiance, this feature is perfect for those looking to kick back and take in the surroundings.

For those who enjoy a little friendly competition or want to bond with their fellow guests, the hotel offers a selection of board games and puzzles. This recreational option provides hours of entertainment and is a great way to pass the time.

With these leisure amenities, guests at Iowa House Historic Inn have plenty of options to ensure that their stay is both relaxing and enjoyable.

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What methods of payment does Iowa House Historic Inn accept?

Iowa House Historic Inn accepts a variety of payment methods, including Diners Club, JCB, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Maestro, Carte Blanche, and UnionPay. However, please note that cash is not accepted.

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