Spark by Hilton Ames

3.0 star property
City-center Ames hotel with indoor pool

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Fitness facility
In the heart of Ames, Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU offers a warm welcome with amenities like a bar, restaurant, and gym. Take advantage of dry cleaning services or unwind by the indoor pool after exploring Iowa State University.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$89 nightly
The total price is $100
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2609 University Blvd, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Reiman Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Iowa State University - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hilton Coliseum - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wasabi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dublin Bay Irish Pub & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgie's Coffee & Tea Company - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Spark by Hilton Ames

At Spark by Hilton Ames, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University. You can get a workout in at the fitness center or take a dip in the indoor pool. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 75 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Double sofa bed
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 25 2025 to September 30 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
The property will be renovating from June 2 2025 to September 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche

Also known as

Ames Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Ames
Holiday Inn Ames ISU
Holiday Inn ISU
Holiday Inn ISU Hotel
Holiday Inn ISU Hotel Ames
Holiday Inn Ames ISU Hotel
Radisson Ames Conference Center at ISU
Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU Ames
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Frequently asked questions

Does Spark by Hilton Ames offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Spark by Hilton Ames does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Spark by Hilton Ames?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Spark by Hilton Ames?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Spark by Hilton Ames?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Spark by Hilton Ames?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Spark by Hilton Ames and nearby?

Spark by Hilton Ames has an indoor pool and a fitness center.

What's the area around Spark by Hilton Ames like?

Spark by Hilton Ames is in the heart of Ames, a short 6-minute walk from Christofferson Park.

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Reviews

Spark by Hilton Ames Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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