Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University welcomes two pets of any size in designated rooms for an additional fee of $50 per week. Both dogs and cats are allowed, and crated pets may be left unattended in the rooms. There are grassy areas for pet relief on the property. For same day arrivals, please call 877‑411‑3436 to confirm availability of a pet-friendly room.
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Room Types
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- Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, TowerStandard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower
- 2 queen beds
- Up to 4 people
- Pet fee additional
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Individually decorated room
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 45-inch LED TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Pillowtop bed, hypo-allergenic bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, designer toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning
Accessibility - Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availabilityRoom Amenities
- Non-Smoking
- Television
- Grab bar - near toilet
- Microwave (surcharge)
- Refrigerator (surcharge)
- Pillowtop mattress
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
- Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Pet-friendly room
- Grab bar - in shower
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Refrigerator
- Wardrobe or closet
- Coffee/tea maker
- Individually decorated
- Free WiFi
- Change of towels (on request)
- Individually furnished
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Phone
- Desk
- Designer toiletries
- Free local calls
- Restaurant dining guide
- Towels provided
- Bedsheets provided
- Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- LED TV
- TV size measurement: inch
- Shower/tub combination
- Private bathroom
- Down comforter
- Hair dryer
- Air conditioning
- TV size: 45
- Iron/ironing board
- Housekeeping on request
- Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
- Microwave
- Cable TV service
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Room service (limited hours)
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Description
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is a full service hotel located within walking distance of Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa and is just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, Iowa. Guests will find all they need for a wonderful and relaxing business or leisure stay. Each of our 187 non-smoking guest rooms and suites have been comfortably appointed with guests? needs in mind. Relax with a swim in our heated indoor pool, or enjoy a workout in our fitness center. Other amenities include a whirlpool and sauna, free parking, free wireless internet, and room service. Dine in The IowaStater, a casual comfort food restaurant located within the hotel.
Amenities
- Pet Friendly
- Indoor Pool
- Swimming Pool
- Hot Tub
- Gym / Fitness Center
- Free WiFi
- Business Center
- Meeting Rooms
- Family Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Television
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Spa Services
- Free Parking
- EV Charging Station
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Laundry Room
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Picnic Tables
- Lawn / Garden
Reviews
Visitors generally find the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University to be a great pet-friendly option, with well-maintained green spaces and pet-friendly amenities. Some reviewers express concern about the recently-instituted $50 pet fee, though others still consider it a reasonably-priced option compared to other local hotels.
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What is the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University pet policy?
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University welcomes two pets of any size in designated rooms for an additional fee of $50 per week. Both dogs and cats are allowed, and crated pets may be left unattended in the rooms. There are grassy areas for pet relief on the property.
Are big dogs allowed at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?
Yes! Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University allows dogs of any size.
Are multiple pets allowed at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?
Yes! Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University allows 2 pets in each guest room.
Does Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University allow cats?
Yes! Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University welcomes cats.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?
Check-in at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University is 4pm – 2am. Check-out is before noon. If you’d like to request an early or late check-in or check-out, you can make a special request when you book. Note that special requests cannot be guaranteed. Early or late check-in or check-out is only based on availability and at the discretion of the property.
Is free parking available at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University?
Yes! Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University provides free parking for guests.
Does Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University have a pool or hot tub?
Yes! Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University has both a swimming pool and a hot tub for guests to enjoy.
Does Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University offer a free breakfast?
No. Breakfast isn’t served at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University, but we do have some information on dog-friendly restaurants in Ames.
