Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Seasons Marketplace - 20 min walk
Welch Ave Station - 4 min walk
Panda Express - 12 min walk
Design Café - 17 min walk
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - 7 min walk
About this property
Iowa House
Iowa House puts you just a 5-minute drive from Iowa State University. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. The breakfast and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Use of nearby fitness center
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference space (325 square feet)
Services
Free newspapers in lobby
Facilities
Fireplace in lobby
Arcade/game room
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Room amenities
Be entertained
26-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
A damage deposit of USD 50.0 will be collected before check-in
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 50 per stay
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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
Are pets allowed at Iowa House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Iowa House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Iowa House?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Iowa House and nearby?
Iowa House has an arcade.
Does Iowa House have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a jetted bathtub.
What's the area around Iowa House like?
Iowa House is a short 16-minute walk from Stephens Auditorium and 16 minutes' walk from Farm House Museum. Travelers love the bed & breakfast's prime location.
Iowa House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Amazing! So cute and well maintained. Staff are amazing and communicate well.
Shawntelle
Shawntelle, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
This was our second stay and we wound up extending an extra night. We love it here and it will be our go to for Ames visits.
Shawntelle
Shawntelle, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 31, 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2024
The home is a very welcoming and comfortable. The host provides a nice selection of evening snacks and makes a wonderful breakfast with a large selection of options. The room had everything you'd need and bed was very comfortable as well as adorable too. Love staying here!
Suzanne M
Suzanne M, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2024
Nice bed and breakfast place.
Paul
Paul, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
The room was beautiful and great breakfast!
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2024
We loved staying at the Iowa House. The space was fabulous and breakfast was delicious! So convenient!!
Anna
Anna, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
Great stay in an well-maintained historic ex-fraternity house! The fresh-made breakfasts were way better than we expected. And the location so close to campus couldn't be beat....just a quick walk to everything!
Brian
Brian, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Quiet in the house, but walking distance to ISU. Great breakfast!!!
Mariza
Mariza, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Absolutely love staying at Iowa House- our go to place to stay when in Ames!
KATIE
KATIE, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Loved how easy it was to do everything! It was clean, safe, close to campus, and we’ve already booked our next visit.
Shawntelle
Shawntelle, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
Love Iowa house. Charming, quiet and convenient.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
Lovely home setting.
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Excellent.
James H.
James H., 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
Nancy A.
Nancy A., 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Aslinn
Aslinn, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2024
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
they could dim the lights or even turn some off in common areas.
Wayne
Wayne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2024
Lon
Lon, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
Don
Don, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
Everyrhing was great! They even made me a breakfast "to-go" earlier then their normal breakfast time. Very small down side .... no usb charge option in the room.