While staying at Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny, guests can enjoy area attractions and events including the Adventureland Park, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, or the Iowa State Fairgrounds. It is right on the way when traveling to a DMACC, Drake University, or Iowa State event.All Courtyard by Marriott Hotels in the USA and Canada have a smoke-free policy that applies to guest rooms, restaurants, lounges, meeting rooms, public space and associate work areas. To accommodate the needs of smoking guests, hotels will have designated smoking areas outside of the property.