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Courtyard by Marriott Ames

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Iowa State University

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Exterior
Daily to-go breakfast for a fee
Indoor pool
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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311 SOUTH 17TH STREET, Ames, IA, 50010
  • Place, Ames Dog Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Street Cultural District
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Reiman Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Room amenity

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ames

In Ames .Stay at this Ames hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cinemark Ames Movies 12 and 2 miles (3 km) of Ames Dog Park. Main Street Cultural District and Country Gables Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cinemark Ames Movies 12 - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ames Dog Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Main Street Cultural District - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Reiman Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Octagon Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Mucky Duck Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Park - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Ames

3-star hotel near Iowa State University
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An indoor pool, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe are also featured at Courtyard by Marriott Ames. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Ames hotel is smoke free.

  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Courtyard by Marriott Ames offers 119 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast 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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. 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

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Ames to the airport?

Courtyard by Marriott Ames is 38.6 mi (44-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Ames on Jan 4, 2026 start from $87.0, excluding 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.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Ames have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Courtyard by Marriott Ames.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Ames offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Courtyard by Marriott Ames, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 15 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Courtyard by Marriott Ames?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

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

Is there free parking at Courtyard by Marriott Ames?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Ames have a pool?

Courtyard by Marriott Ames features an indoor pool.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Ames have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Ames have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Courtyard by Marriott Ames to downtown Ames?

Courtyard by Marriott Ames is 1.1 mi away from Ames.

Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Ames Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 281 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location near the stadium, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

TaraLee, Lindstrom

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to ISU, shopping and dining. Property is very well maintained. Love the gym.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower area was excellent, but the water was not very warm mid morning. Was reasonably warm early in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Manhattan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The first room smelled like sewage. The second room was fine, but we never received maid service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Excellent place to stay in Ames
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The advertisement for the property with Expedia said there’s a bar and restaurant and they had a very very limited menu.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Preusse

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
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