Fairfield Inn & Suites Ames

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Fairfield Inn
8.1 (160 reviews)
2137 Isaac Newton Drive Southeast 16th street , Ames , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Family rooms
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious room
Friendly staff
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Lack of restaurants nearby
Pool closed
Maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
A few maintenance issues noted; overall cleanliness was affected.
Service
9.1
Staff was very nice and helpful.
Location
8.1
Close to Iowa State University, but lack of restaurants nearby.
Room Quality
8.6
Spacious room, very comfortable.
Amenities
7.1
Pool was closed, air conditioning was out in the gym.
Value for Money
7.6
Not the value it used to be, disappointed with some amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.1
Good breakfast selection.
Overall Experience
8.6
Enjoyed overall stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 15:30

Property Description

Indulge in Relaxation:
Located just a 5-minute drive from Reiman Gardens, Fairfield Inn & Suites Ames offers a tranquil retreat with its indoor pool and hot tub. Unwind and rejuvenate in style during your stay.

Modern Comforts Await:
Each air-conditioned guestroom is equipped with a mini-refrigerator and microwave for your convenience. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi access and savor a freshly brewed cup of coffee from the in-room tea/coffee maker.

Convenient Amenities:
Benefit from complimentary public parking and explore the nearby Country Gables Park, only 2 miles away. Experience comfort and convenience at Fairfield Inn & Suites Ames.

Book your stay now and elevate your travel experience!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DSM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 160 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 9.1
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 7.1
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 8.1
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Nelson • solo_traveller • us
8
Stayed with other family members in other rooms for event. Met our needs. Clean!
Pros:

First floor location of room. Comfortable bed. For a large room, sparsely furnished. Breakfast was good with warm items like eggs and bacon. Attendant at breakfast helpful and cleaning tables.

Cons:

Needed some updating.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • couple • us
3
We stayed there for 4 nights, the room was dirty when we checked in and we had to ask the front desk multiple times to c
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The room was dirty, it smelled horrible in the hallway.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Rafael • extended_group • br
10
Pros:

Atendimento dos funcionários

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Biljana • couple • us
10
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Barry • solo_traveller • us
6
Ok
Pros:

Good location and front desk staff was very friendly

Cons:

The yeah in our room was full when we arrived. There was something left behind from the previous guest on the floor by the bed which tells me
They didn’t do a very good job cleaning.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • couple • us
5
Probably won't be back
Pros:

Staff was very nice, been there 3 times in last 5 years and has gone down hill

Cons:

Not the value it use to be

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Grace • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Spacious room

Cons:

Tv remote did not work well.

2025-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Lori
6
Fine but lots of broken amenities
Pros:

The room, beds, breakfast and shower were good. We were very disappointed, however, that the pool was closed, and when we went to use the exercise room, none of the equipment worked and the air conditioning was broken. The ice machine on the first floor was also broken.

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • family
10
Pros:

Nice hotel, just didn’t realize the lack of restaurants nearby.

2025-09-22 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • family_with_children • us
9
2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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Dawn
10
Pros:

Close to Iowa State University where we have a student

2025-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Marcos
8
Pros:

The Hotel was great breakfast and the room was very comfortable. A little disappointed that the pool was closed and air conditioning was out in the gym.

2025-08-22 • via Nuitee
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debra • family_with_children
4
Pros:

Booked a room for our 2 grandchildren since they were having a time because their parents had taken a vacation without them. Plan was to take them to a hotel to go swimming. Booked on line with “a pool”. Not working. It was raining outside Saturday morning so no swimming outside either. This confirmed that I am done paying extra to stay at Fairfield at Marriott.

2025-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • family
6
Pros:

Quick stopover in Ames to do the Rail Explorers rail ride in Boone and the High Tressel Bridge night bike ride down in Madrid. Unfortunately, a few things in the hotel needed some TLC (clogged- slow draining bathroom sink, toilet was running- probably a slow leak, dresser drawer just kept opening on its own...ghosts? Pool area was closed for some maintenance). Bad luck maybe for the hotel... but we did do the things we came here to do! Parking was ample and the breakfast area and selection was good!

2025-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • family
2
Pros:

Nothing

2025-08-03 • via Nuitee