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Courtyard by Marriott Ames

3.0 star property
Hotel in Ames with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Exterior
Indoor pool
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Reception
Daily to-go breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Room amenity

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Room amenity

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
311 SOUTH 17TH STREET, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Iowa State University - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • 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

Hotel near Iowa State University
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant at Courtyard by Marriott Ames. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property, a lift and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 119 rooms include comforts, such as air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
  • Recycling, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast to-go available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 5 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Transfer shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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)

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott Ames?

As of 18 Jun, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Ames on 29 Jun, 2025 start from S$145.59, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Courtyard by Marriott Ames pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Courtyard by Marriott Ames?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott Ames?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Courtyard by Marriott Ames?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Courtyard by Marriott Ames located?

Situated in Ames, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Cinemark Ames Movies 12 and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Iowa State University. Ames Dog Park and Main Street Cultural District are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Courtyard by Marriott Ames Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 241 reviews

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 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean and spacious. The area outside was well maintained and parking was not an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, comfortable bed, friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice property. Everything appears new. The staff was extremely pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, nice location, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely updated hotel - comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiram Perez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We alwaya stay here when we visit. Excellent facilities and staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and comfortable! The staff was great and so helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel!!! Will stay there and recommmend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, comfy bed, quiet, clean!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really close to lots of good restaurants and right off the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! the bar area is nice and close to restaurants. When in Ames always stay here!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with nice amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherisse

Great hotel! Everyone was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cmfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern, easy check-in, friendly service. I’ve stayed here before - highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

FLORA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good and the hotel was very clean. The hotel staff was also very professional.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am very impressed with this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient. Great beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great newer hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

manikanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024