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Iowa House

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Iowa State University

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Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Free daily full breakfast
Front of property
Fireplace
Near Iowa State University, Iowa House welcomes you with a warm fireplace in the lobby and an inviting arcade/game room. Enjoy free full breakfast, connect to WiFi, and unwind with coffee/tea in the lobby or on outdoor furniture. Guests rave about this B&B's delicious breakfast and great location.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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View all photos for Loft Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Suite 301)

Loft Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Suite 301) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Loft Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Suite 301)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 206)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 206) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 206)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 302)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 302) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 302)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 204)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 204) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 204)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 205)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 205) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 205)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 306)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 306) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 306)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Room 304)

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Room 304) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Room 304)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 101)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 100)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 100) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 100)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds (Room 101 & 102)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303)

Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Loft Suite, 1 King Bed (Suite 303)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 202)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 202) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 202)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 203)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 203) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 203)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 201)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 201) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Room 201)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Ames is home to Iowa House. Veenker Memorial Golf Course and Cinemark Ames Movies 12 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Christiansen Forest Reserve and Wilson Farm Prairie. Furman Aquatic Center and Trailhead Park and Arboretum are also worth visiting.
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405 Hayward Ave., Ames, IA, 50014

What's nearby

  • Stephens Auditorium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Iowa State University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stomping Grounds Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Welch Ave. Station - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Field House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Paddy's Irish Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪AJs Liquor #2 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Iowa House

Bed & breakfast near Iowa State University
Consider a stay at Iowa House and take advantage of free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and an arcade/game room. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, coffee/tea in the lobby, and free newspapers
  • 1 meeting room, outdoor furniture, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Iowa House offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and hair dryers
  • 26-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 325 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 50.0 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 per stay

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

House Iowa
Iowa House Inn
Iowa House Hotel - Ames
Iowa House B&B
House B&B
Iowa House B&B Ames
Iowa House Ames
Iowa House Ames
Iowa House Bed & breakfast
Iowa House Bed & breakfast Ames
Iowa House Historic Inn near Campus

Frequently asked questions

Is Iowa House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Iowa House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Iowa House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iowa House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Iowa House located?

Situated in Ames, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Farm House Museum and Iowa State University. Stephens Auditorium and Iowa State Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Iowa House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 649 out of 799 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 799 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 799 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 799 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 799 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and lovely B&B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, wonderful place! We stay there every year.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful historical building with clean rooms, great staff, easy check-in, etc, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located to campus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding morning breakfast and fabulous host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love Iowa House! Have stayed here before and it’s our favorite place to stay in Ames. Very comfortable and clean. The breakfast is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, close to campus, clean, warm atmosphere, beautiful grounds
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place with breakfast. Check-in and out was easy. The staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

brook

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful stay! Very clean and comfortable. Loved the jetted tub. Staff was kind and friendly and breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Iowa House. The room was comfortable, the breakfast was delicious and the long tables supported friendly conversation with other guests. The staff were friendly and helpful. I hope to return for another stay at a later date.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hours, great location with great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and homelike with gracious staff, walkable to campus.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

HUGH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More than adequate. Hoping breakfast is good. Checkin by code. Nice old house/inn.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved staying at Iowa House. It was so cozy and comfortable. We’ll definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
We drive to Minnesota once a year. We won’t stay anywhere else. The staff is friendly and helpful, the location is quiet and within walking distance of restaurants, and it’s an easy drive to get to and from I-35. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the breakfast, the snacks and all the sweet little touches at Iowa house!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Iowa House for four days. The room was wonderful. It was clean and cozy. The air conditioner made so much less noise than those at hotels. The towels were plentiful and clean. The bathtub had jets. The breakfast was delicious. The Iowa House is so conveniently located near restaurants and the campus. We absolutely loved our stay there and would recommend it to everyone. If I travel to Iowa State again, I will definitely stay at the Iowa House.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at the Iowa House! So comfortable, clean, and welcoming. It is so close to campus that we could actually walk. The breakfast was delicious. The breakfast server and chef were attentive and friendly. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room worked great for us. Location is perfect and breakfast was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Perfect location for visiting Iowa State U.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Amenities
Iowa House is a lovely B&B. The property outside is kept clean. Inside the main floor has a welcoming atmosphere with dining around a corner. On 2nd floor a dehumidifier is on and I’m not quite sure why but it smells quite musty. Inside my particular room was nice & clean. The bathroom has a lovely tub to take a bath in and the show is great. The bed was comfortable, the pillows were too puffy for my liking but that’s fine. My room did smell musty. Breakfast was fantastic on both days I stayed. A lot of options along with fresh wonderful coffee & orange juice. I recommend staying here as it’s fairly quiet and very close to ISU. There are a lot of food options nearby as well. Met some lovely people & staff are really friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025