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.
Main Street Cultural District - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Reiman Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Octagon Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
The Mucky Duck Pub - 3 min drive
Panera Bread - 3 min drive
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.
At a glance
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Hotel size
119 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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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.
What's the area around Courtyard by Marriott Ames like?
Courtyard by Marriott Ames is located a short 8-minute walk from Cinemark Ames Movies 12.
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Reviews
Courtyard by Marriott Ames Reviews
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The gym was great, clean, and had everything needed for a good workout. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
Clean room, great set-up, extremely friendly and helpful staff.
Shannon
Shannon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Clean and quiet with friendly staff.
Paige
Paige, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2026
Cleaning staff was amazing and extremely nice
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Clean rooms with excellent staff service despite not having the bistro open
Kristin
Kristin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Convenient location near the stadium, restaurants and shopping.
Staci
Staci, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
The room was clean. The staff was attentive and polite.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2025
Beautiful new hotel - clean, great style snd location, great staff. Only drawback: thin walls - could hear the people in next room talking and snoring.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 27, 2025
The only reason I gave 4 stars versus 5 was the sewer smell in our bathroom. The room,service, staff and location were excellent. The rooms are modern and well-designed. Staff was kind and informative.
Great hotel, nice location, very clean and comfortable.
katherine
katherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Great spot!
Kasey
Kasey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Lovely updated hotel - comfortable stay
Verified traveler
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
We alwaya stay here when we visit. Excellent facilities and staff.
Hiram Perez
Hiram Perez, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Must stay!
I will butcher the spelling of the names, but Michelene at the front desk and Regan at the bar were wonderful. Both were very attentive and answered any questions I had. Wonderful new hotel with comfy beds!
Will
Will, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2024
Really close to lots of good restaurants and right off the highway.
Ky
Ky, 1-night trip
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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
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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
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2023
Great hotel! Everyone was very friendly.
Cherisse
Cherisse, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
The rooms are clean and spacious. The area outside was well maintained and parking was not an issue.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 2-night trip
Verified
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
Verified
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
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
This is a very nice property. Everything appears new. The staff was extremely pleasant