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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 200 guest reviews
- Has an indoor pool!
- Gym / Fitness Center Available
- Hotel has 187 rooms
- 8 floors in hotel
- 8 suites in hotel
- Check in time: 4:00 PM
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- Hotel has 20 meeting rooms
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
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Check RatesAAA Spacious Corporate King Suite with Floor To Ceiling Windows Walk in Shower Down Comforter
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Local Attractions
Close to ISU, Reiman Gardens, Main Street Cultural District, Brunier Art Gallery, Farm House Museum, Octagon Center for the Arts, five nearby golf courses, and many local parks.
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Verified Reviews of Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Very Accommodating & Dog Friendly"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
They were very nice and very accommodating to my disabled husband, myself and our dog.
Jamie K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
14-Aug-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jul 30 to Mon Aug 01 2022 at a $137.49 average nightly rate. 
"Very Nice & Clean Accommodations"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I found the accommodations very nice and clean.
Sarah H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
10-Aug-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 06 to Sun Aug 07 2022 at a $141.21 average nightly rate. "Good and clean."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Good clean hotel.
Scott A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
28-Jun-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 24 to Sun Jun 26 2022 at a $117.45 average nightly rate. "Dogs ? No hot breakfast."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Clean and comfortable, dinner was excellent.
Brian A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
28-Oct-2021 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Oct 27 to Thu Oct 28 2021 at a $93.99 average nightly rate. "Came to the rescue."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
provided a charger when we forgot ours, were able to stay connected.
Gwen B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
12-Sep-2021 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 10 to Sat Sep 11 2021 at a $242.00 average nightly rate. "Great Staff, Rooms were clean and comfortable."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Great breakfast in the restaurant. Restaurant needs to upgrade their french fries from the manufactured ones to a real cut potato fry. I realize most people don't know the difference, but I do.
Barry M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
25-Jan-2020 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jan 22 to Thu Jan 23 2020 at a $74.92 average nightly rate. "Awful Room"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Average awful room, neither the remote or phone worked. This room should not be used for guests as the window looked out at hotel equipment. The room was not as clean as I expected and I felt like I was overcharged as compared to my collogues who were attending the same meeting. While the front desk staff seemed understanding, no adjustments were made on my room charge. I was definitely disappointed.
Sandra K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
25-Oct-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Oct 23 to Thu Oct 24 2019 at a $124.70 average nightly rate. "Nice and clean."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
They upgraded our room at No cost due to shower concerns. Clean and comfortable. Will return. Price was good.
Nancy S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
17-Aug-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Aug 14 to Thu Aug 15 2019 at a $73.14 average nightly rate. "Update"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Needs updated and a really good cleaning.
Randy K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
28-Apr-2019 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Apr 21 to Wed Apr 24 2019 at a $62.36 average nightly rate. Property Description
As Iowa's premier full-service, independent hotel, the experienced staff at Gateway can expertly handle every detail of your business meeting, conference, family vacation, wedding, or weekend getaway. Our 187 guestrooms and suites are elegantly appointed, creating a comfortable, relaxing retreat. With nearly 23,000 square feet of meeting space, Gateway can easily accommodate social gatherings up to 600 people and conferences up to 800.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 12:00 PM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2006 |
| Floors: | 8 |
| Rooms: | 187 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 169 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 8 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 20 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 25197 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 850 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 3.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 6:30 AM-11:00PM |
| Pool Info: Indoor pool with hot tub and sauna. | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 24 hour cancellation policy for both.20% attrition policy applies to groups. | |
| Nightly Parking: | $0 |
| Total Taxes: | 12.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 5.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 7.00% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 7.00% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 7.00% |
| Parking Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 21.00% |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 7.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 12.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 12.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 18.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 18.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 30.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 32.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 8.00 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 8.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 32.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 3.00 Per Person |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Jogging path
- Licensed bar
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- Terrace
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Des Moines airport is an approximate 45 minute drive.
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
$11.75 breakfast buffet served in the IowaStater Restaurant daily. Order off the menu items available.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Pets allowed
Internet / WiFI
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and in each room.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University.
Feel free to use the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Ames event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Prairie Ballroom | 52 x 140 x 13 | 7280 | --/550 | -- | 400 | -- | -- | -- | 50/36 | 850 | 750 | -- |
Close This Prairie BallroomThis space can be split into separate spaces. North Prairie, Central Prairie and South Prairie combine to create the Prairie Ballroom. Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 7280 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 140 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| North Prairie | 52 x 60 x 13 | 3120 | --/220 | -- | 160 | 60 | 50 | -- | --/-- | 300 | 300 | -- |
Close This North PrairieRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 3120 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 60 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Central Prairie | 52 x 40 x 13 | 2200 | --/150 | -- | 120 | 48 | 36 | -- | --/-- | 225 | 200 | -- |
Close This Central PrairieRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2200 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 40 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| South Prairie | 52 x 40 x 13 | 1860 | --/120 | -- | 90 | 36 | 28 | -- | --/-- | 210 | 180 | -- |
Close This South PrairieRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1860 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 52 x 40 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Garden Room | 57 x 77 x 15 | 4389 | --/320 | -- | 240 | -- | -- | -- | 30/-- | 460 | 400 | -- |
Close This Garden RoomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 4389 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 57 x 77 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Meadow Room | 40 x 33 x 10 | 1320 | --/80 | -- | 54 | 36 | 24 | -- | --/-- | 100 | 130 | -- |
Close This Meadow RoomThe Meadow Room is comprised of North Meadow and South Meadow. Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 1320 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 40 x 33 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| North Meadow Room | 20 x 33 x 10 | 660 | --/40 | -- | 32 | 24 | 18 | -- | --/-- | 60 | 60 | -- |
Close This North Meadow RoomRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 660 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 20 x 33 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| South Meadow Room | 20 x 33 x 10 | 660 | --/40 | -- | 32 | 24 | 18 | -- | --/-- | 60 | 60 | -- |
Close This South Meadow RoomRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 660 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 20 x 33 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 5 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Harvest Room | 38 x 16 x 8 | 608 | --/40 | -- | 30 | 24 | 18 | -- | --/-- | 60 | 60 | -- |
Close This Harvest RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 608 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 38 x 16 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Conference Room 1 | 26 x 13 x 7 | 338 | --/20 | -- | 12 | 12 | 10 | -- | --/-- | 30 | 30 | -- |
Close This Conference Room 1Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 338 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 26 x 13 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Conference Room 2 | 26 x 13 x 7 | 338 | --/20 | -- | 12 | 12 | 10 | -- | --/-- | 30 | 30 | -- |
Close This Conference Room 2Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 338 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 26 x 13 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Conference Room 3 | 26 x 13 x 7 | 338 | --/20 | -- | 12 | 12 | 10 | -- | --/-- | 30 | 30 | -- |
Close This Conference Room 3Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 338 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 26 x 13 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| George Washington Carver Board Room | 20 x 20 x 8 | 400 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 16 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This George Washington Carver Board RoomRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 400 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Ada Hayden Conference Room | 20 x 20 x 8 | 400 | --/30 | -- | 16 | 20 | 12 | -- | --/-- | 30 | 40 | -- |
Close This Ada Hayden Conference RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 400 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 20 x 20 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Gallery Terrace | 37 x 43 x 0 | 1591 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 150 | -- |
Close This Gallery TerraceLandscaped with flower beds and trees within the patio area. Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 1591 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 37 x 43 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Power Outlets: 0 Columns: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Meadow Terrace | 59 x 28 x 0 | 1652 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 150 | -- |
Close This Meadow TerraceLocated off the South Meadow Room - great pre-meeting gathering area. Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 1652 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 59 x 28 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Garden Terrace | 15 x 110 x 0 | 1705 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 170 | -- |
Close This Garden TerraceConveniently located off the Garden Room, perfect for outside breaks and receptions. Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 1705 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 15 x 110 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Pool Terrace | 32 x 34 x 0 | 1088 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 100 | -- |
Close This Pool TerraceRelaxed area just outside from the pool area with an additional large grass lawn adjacent to the terrace. Room Type: Pool Deck Total Size: 1088 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 32 x 34 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 1 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Waterfall Garden Patio | 39 x 80 x 0 | 3120 | --/130 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 225 | 200 | -- |
Close This Waterfall Garden PatioHard surface area landscaped with evergreen, perennials, natural grasses, boulders and a 40 foot waterfall. Perfect for weddings, receptions, and other outdoor gatherings. Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 3120 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 39 x 80 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Gallery Lobby | 50 x 8 x 20 | 630 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 150 | 10 |
Close This Gallery LobbyFlexible area for breaks or relaxes receptions. Can also be used for registration tables or vendor tables. Room Type: Lobby Total Size: 630 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 50 x 8 x 20 Ft. Floor Level: Columns: 0 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Prairie Rooms | 140 x 52 x 13 | 0 | --/-- | -- | 400 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 850 | -- | -- |
Close This Prairie RoomsRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 140 x 52 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Meadow Rooms | 40 x 33 x 10 | 0 | --/-- | -- | 54 | -- | 24 | -- | --/-- | 100 | 80 | -- |
Close This Meadow RoomsRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 40 x 33 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Conferernce room 1 | 26 x 13 x 7 | 0 | --/-- | -- | 12 | -- | 10 | -- | --/-- | 30 | 20 | -- |
Close This Conferernce room 1Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 26 x 13 x 7 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University have?
There are 187 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University?
Yes, they have 20 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University?
$11.75 breakfast buffet served in the IowaStater Restaurant daily. Order off the menu items available.
How much does internet cost?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and in each room.
Can I get a AAA rate at Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University?
Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA King Bed Room Classic Look Single Loveseat Hideabed
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University?
Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: AARP King Bed Room Classic Look Single Loveseat Hideabed
Is there a gym at Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor pool with hot tub and sauna..
Testimonials:
"Everything went well last week and we did use all of the rooms we booked. We will continue using your site because it?s great for group travel!" D.M. - Los Angeles, CA
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