Hosting a Conference or Event in Ames

Engine gives event planners, travel managers, and attendees access to conference hotels in Ames ranked by their meeting and event capability. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University leads the list you can book through Engine, with a largest event space of about 7,300 square feet (the Prairie Rooms) that holds up to 850 people, 19 event spaces in all, and 187 guest rooms. Search, compare, and book the properties that fit your corporate event or large meeting.

Ames is home to Iowa State University, and the hotels on this list serve organizations of every size and industry, whether you're bringing a team to campus for recruiting, attending an academic conference, or hosting a corporate training session or regional meeting. The properties range from mid-sized venues with several thousand square feet of event space to larger conference centers offering ballrooms that accommodate hundreds of attendees. You can search and book guest rooms at these hotels on Engine, and for a stay of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. To find and request meeting and event space, use Engine Spaces, Engine's venue product with access to thousands of locations nationwide.

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Hilton Garden Inn Ames

3-star hotel 4.3 Excellent (890)

Hilton Garden Inn Ames features 112 rooms and 5 event spaces, with a Ballroom of about 2240 square feet accommodating up to 200 people.

  • Free parking avail.
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames

3-star hotel 4.6 Excellent (298)

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ames has 89 rooms and a Conference Room of about 2500 square feet that accommodates up to 100 people.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

2-star hotel 4.0 Great (1002)

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson offers 78 rooms and 2 event spaces, with the Harvester Room at about 1176 square feet hosting up to 100 people.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

3-star hotel 4.2 Great (1004)

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames has 66 rooms and 2 meeting spaces, with its largest running about 1000 square feet and accommodating up to 30 people.

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  • Free parking avail.
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Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG

3-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (129)

Staybridge Suites Ames by IHG provides 82 rooms and a meeting space of about 1500 square feet that hosts up to 30 people.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Ames

2-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (611)

Hampton Inn & Suites Ames offers 90 rooms and a meeting space of about 720 square feet accommodating up to 70 people.

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  • Free parking avail.
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Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames

3-star hotel 4.8 Excellent (73)

Home2 Suites By Hilton Ames features a meeting space of about 648 square feet that hosts up to 35 people.

  • Free breakfast avail.
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2-star hotel 3.7 Great (1042)

GrandStay Hotel & Suites has 53 rooms and a Board Room of about 634 square feet accommodating up to 8 people.

  • Free breakfast avail.
  • Free parking avail.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG

2-star hotel 4.3 Excellent (449)

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ames by IHG offers 75 rooms and a Board Room of about 450 square feet that hosts up to 15 people.

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  • Free parking avail.
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames

2-star hotel 4.7 Excellent (620)

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ames provides 96 rooms and 2 event spaces, with its largest at about 216 square feet accommodating up to 12 people.

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  • Free parking avail.
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Iowa House

3-star hotel 4.8 Excellent (862)

Iowa House has 13 rooms and a meeting space of about 400 square feet that hosts up to 40 people.

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Econo Lodge Ames

2-star hotel 3.7 Great (747)

Econo Lodge Ames offers 85 rooms and a Hospitality Room of about 1152 square feet accommodating up to 25 people.

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  • Free parking avail.
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames

2-star hotel 3.9 Great (1013)

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ames has 66 rooms and 2 meeting spaces, with its largest at about 900 square feet hosting up to 35 people.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I book a block of hotel rooms for conference attendees in Ames?
If you need 9 or more guest rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking for you. For 8 rooms or fewer, you can search, compare, and book self-serve on Engine. Either way, you'll get pre-negotiated rates and consolidated invoicing with no membership fee.
What amenities can conference travelers expect at these hotels?
Most properties offer parking, wifi, and on-site dining, though specifics vary by hotel. Amenities like AV equipment, catering, and breakfast options depend on the property. It's worth confirming what's included when you book your rooms and request event space.
What makes a hotel in Ames a good fit for a large meeting or corporate event?
Look for a property with enough meeting space and guest rooms to accommodate your group. For example, the Quality Inn & Suites Ames Conference Center Near ISU Campus offers a largest event space of about 8,400 square feet and can host up to 933 people, with 120 guest rooms. On-site facilities like dining and AV support also make logistics easier.
How do attendees get to Ames for a conference?
The airport serving Ames is Des Moines International, about 30 miles south. Most conference attendees drive or arrange ground transportation from the airport. Staying at a hotel near Iowa State University keeps your group close to campus event venues and local amenities.
How does billing work for a multi-room conference booking?
Engine offers consolidated invoicing so you can manage payments in one place, with multiple payment options available. There's no membership fee, and you'll benefit from pre-negotiated rates across the properties you book.

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