In Ames, Courtyard by Marriott Ames offers a welcoming atmosphere with breakfast options, a bar, and restaurant. Unwind in the indoor pool or grab a coffee from the cafe while staying connected with WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Pool
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
Free parking
Main amenities (10)
Housekeeping (on request)
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Banquet hall
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout drapes/curtains
Elevator
Cable TV service
Free self parking
The current price is $104
$104
includes taxes & fees
$93 per night
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Room options
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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)
Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 2 min drive
Culver's - 4 min drive
Wendy's - 16 min walk
About this property
Courtyard by Marriott Ames
Courtyard by Marriott Ames puts you just a 5-minute drive from Iowa State University. After splashing around at the indoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
119 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
To-go breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
An indoor pool
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Closed captioned TV
Grab bar near toilet
Transfer shower
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 15 per person
Policies
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
Also known as
Courtyard by Marriott Ames AMES
Courtyard by Marriott Ames Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Ames Hotel AMES
Frequently asked questions
Does Courtyard by Marriott Ames offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Courtyard by Marriott 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 Courtyard by Marriott Ames?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Courtyard by Marriott Ames?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Courtyard by Marriott Ames?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Courtyard by Marriott Ames?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Courtyard by Marriott Ames and nearby?
Courtyard by Marriott Ames has an indoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Courtyard by Marriott Ames?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
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Courtyard by Marriott Ames Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Lovely updated hotel - comfortable stay
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Great hotel and location
Lee
Lee, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Clean. Close to shopping and restaurants.
Rhonda
Rhonda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Great hotel, nice location, very clean and comfortable.
katherine
katherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
The property was very clean and comfortable! The staff was great and so helpful!
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
We alwaya stay here when we visit. Excellent facilities and staff.
Hiram Perez
Hiram Perez, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
Clean hotel near the Interstate. Not a ton right around it. Room was very clean and recently remodeled. Staff was Iowa nice.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
Awesome hotel!!! Will stay there and recommmend!
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Dec 7, 2024
Won’t stay here anymore
Mike
Mike, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2024
Clean and comfortable
Friendly staff and clean room. Several food choices nearby. Would stay again.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2024
Clean and cmfortable
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 12, 2024
Nice clean hotel.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Dec 7, 2024
Just because they saw my race I got kicked out
Mike
Mike, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
Brief stay
Room was wonderful!
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2024
Love this hotel! the bar area is nice and close to restaurants. When in Ames always stay here!!!
duane
duane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2024
Really close to lots of good restaurants and right off the highway.
Ky
Ky, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 17, 2023
Wonderful Stay
Sue
Sue, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Very nice
steve
steve, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 14, 2022
Great stay, comfy bed, quiet, clean!!
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2024
LOVED this hotel for visiting our college age kids. The lobby had amazing areas for congregating with our group and being able to hang out together.
Katie
Katie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
Great experience
manikanda
manikanda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2023
Great hotel! Everyone was very friendly.
Cherisse
Cherisse, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2023
The staff was very friendly and our room was very clean and comfortable.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
Great gym. Clean.
Jessica
Jessica, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2023
I’ve stayed at 3 other hotels in the area and this was the best one.