Iowa House Historic Inn

Name: Iowa House Historic Inn
Address: 405 Hayward Avenue, Ames, Iowa, United States of America, Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Rating: 9.43

"Well-appointed bathroom"

"Comfortable beds"

"Great food menu"

"Conveniently located"

"Rooms were well sized"

"Welcoming staff"

Amenities

Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Picnic Area/Tables

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Property description

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a fireplace in the lobby.

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Guest reviews

9.4

Superb

Based on 751 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

21%

Couple

24%

Family

38%

Group

8%

Solo

6%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Iowa House Historic Inn draws consistent praise for its welcoming historic charm, friendly staff, and a hearty, made‑to‑order breakfast, with many guests highlighting the quiet, walkable location near Iowa State University and easy, code‑based self check‑in.

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10

Jaime

Apr 12, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great. Staff was friendly and helpful! Would stay again!!

10

Marc

Feb 17, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

I love staying here. It's not fancy, but feels home like.Everything is good.

10

Christina

Jan 1, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve stayed here several times over the years and always love it. Staff is amazing. Iowa House is always beautifully decorated and convenient. It’s a B&B with modern, reliable, facilities and services.

10

Xiaoyu

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice and clean room, very friendly staffs, and great breakfast!

8

David

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly and efficient staff, beautiful house and great decoration, especially in the common room. The Iowa House is a little worn in some places and needs new carpet in the stair well. The breakfast was tasty and filling, (a croissant sandwich with fruit and tater tots), but there didn't seem to be a choice. The room on the 3rd floor was quiet for an afternoon nap, but the house filled with noise in the middle of the night as people went up and down the stairs, returning from the night out. We plan to return again.

405 Hayward Avenue, Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Location

With a stay at Iowa House in Ames, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Iowa State University and Stephens Auditorium. This bed & breakfast is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Brunnier Art Museum and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Hilton Coliseum.

Farm House Museum(0.8 miles)

Stephens Auditorium(0.8 miles)

Iowa State Center(0.9 miles)

Brunnier Art Museum(1 miles)

Iowa State University(1 miles)

Hilton Coliseum(1 miles)

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Property Policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 00:00

Before 11:00

Security deposit

You'll be required to pay the fully refundable deposit for this property.

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