Courtyard by Marriott Ames

Property class: 3
Hotel with indoor pool, near Jack Trice Stadium

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When you stay at Courtyard by Marriott Ames, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Iowa State University and Jack Trice Stadium. 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.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • 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 $101
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a large window with a view of the outside, and a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a large window with a view of the outside, and a lamp.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a large window with a view of the outside, and a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Mobility Accessible with Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the city.

Studio, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the city.

Studio, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the city.

Studio, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible (Mobility Accessible with Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Roll-in Shower

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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311 SOUTH 17TH STREET, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Iowa State University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ames Dog Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • 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 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Ames

  • When you stay at Courtyard by Marriott Ames, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Iowa State University and Jack Trice Stadium. 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

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
  • Fitness center
  • 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

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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

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 and a fitness center.

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 a short 18-minute walk from Iowa State University and 8 minutes' walk from Cinemark Ames Movies 12.

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Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Ames Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hotel offers convenient access to various restaurants and food options within walking distance. (10 reviews)
  • Parking was ample, well-maintained, and easily accessible with well-lit spots available. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

I love this location!! Staff is very friendly, hotel is very comfortable, and they have great food options! Location is great too!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean. Friendly staff. Has pool and restaurant on site and lots in area.
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8/10 Very good

We got an upgrade due to bad bathroom smell. Everything good in the upgraded bedroom.
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10/10 Exceptional

All around great hotel! Always a great stay and the most comfortable beds! Highly recommend!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and quiet with friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Courtyard by Marriott by far is our favorite hotel to stay at in Ames. Everything is always top notch clean. The staff is always very kind plus the Starbucks is a great perk to have on site.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great set-up, extremely friendly and helpful staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Cleaning staff was amazing and extremely nice
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location near the stadium, restaurants and shopping.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms with excellent staff service despite not having the bistro open
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, nice location, very clean and comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful rooms, comfortable bed, friendly, helpful staff
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful new hotel - clean, great style snd location, great staff. Only drawback: thin walls - could hear the people in next room talking and snoring.
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10/10 Exceptional

We alwaya stay here when we visit. Excellent facilities and staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely updated hotel - comfortable stay
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean. The staff was attentive and polite.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great spot!
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10/10 Exceptional

Really close to lots of good restaurants and right off the highway.
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8/10 Very good

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Love this hotel! the bar area is nice and close to restaurants. When in Ames always stay here!!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and modern!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! Everyone was very friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was very clean and comfortable! The staff was great and so helpful!
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable

Friendly staff and clean room. Several food choices nearby. Would stay again.