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: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 21
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.
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.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
Chuck
Chuck, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Pat
Pat, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 7, 2024
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2024
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Emieka
Emieka, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Lovely updated hotel - comfortable stay
Verified traveler
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Great hotel and location
Lee
Lee, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
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 family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
We alwaya stay here when we visit. Excellent facilities and staff.
Hiram Perez
Hiram Perez, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Great hotel, nice location, very clean and comfortable.
katherine
katherine, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 3, 2024
Parking are and gardens improperly maintained
Ivelisse
Ivelisse, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
Brief stay
Room was wonderful!
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2024
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
Great experience
manikanda
manikanda, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
Great gym. Clean.
Jessica
Jessica, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
Awesome hotel!!! Will stay there and recommmend!
Heather
Heather, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2024
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
May 15, 2024
Bad smell, poorly timed maintenance.
The smell in the hotel was awful. The room smelled like sewer. They shut the water off for “maintenance” at 830am in the morning, right when people were trying to get ready.