How Axel worksAxel $223 a night vs $229 on Expedia at Courtyard by Marriott Abilene Southwest/Abilene Mall South, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $6 a night less (2%). Seen Oct 8.
3-star hotel · Courtyard · 4350 Ridgemont Dr, Abilene
Shopping on site · Computer · Air conditioning · Elevator/lift · Smoke-free property · Heating · Gift shop · Express check-in/check-out · Television in lobby · Fire Extinguisher · All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private) · Outdoor furniture
Hotels in Abilene, TexasA mid-range 3-star hotel across from the Mall of Abilene
7.4/10
Helpful staff and a convenient location, but rooms need a refresh.
This mid-range 3-star Courtyard across from the Mall of Abilene is a reasonable pick for a short business trip or overnight stop. Recent Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff and clean, comfortable rooms; Booking.com also rates staff above the hotel's overall performance. Microwaves, mini-fridges and work desks cover the practical basics, while an outdoor pool, gym and Bistro give it more flexibility than a bare-bones roadside hotel.
The weak spot is condition: Tripadvisor guests describe dated rooms, and Marriott-hosted feedback also flags worn furnishings and maintenance. Breakfast and parking cost extra. Marriott still displays an elevator outage notice ending March 31, 2025; that does not establish a current closure, but confirm access if stairs are a problem. We'd skip it if freshly updated rooms or breakfast included matter most.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
$223 a night with Axel against $229 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $6 a night less (2%).
Standard Double room (full double bed and sofa) (king size bed) · non-refundable · includes $1/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$6/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$204 a night with Axel against $209 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $5 a night less (2%).
Standard Double room (full double bed and sofa) (king size bed) · non-refundable · includes $1/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$5/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$201 a night with Axel against $206 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $5 a night less (2%).
Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) · non-refundable · includes $1/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$5/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$192 a night with Axel against $196 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $4 a night less (2%).
Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) · non-refundable · includes $1/night paid to the hotel at check-in
$4/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$262 a night with Axel; Expedia listed $251 a night for these dates when seen.
Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) · non-refundable · includes $1/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$297 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) · non-refundable · includes $1/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 22 to Oct 29, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$298 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) · non-refundable · includes $1/night paid to the hotel at check-in
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 22 to Oct 31, 2026 · 9 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 7
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Axel $223 a night vs $229 on Expedia at Courtyard by Marriott Abilene Southwest/Abilene Mall South, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $6 a night less (2%). Seen Oct 8.
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Helpful staff and a convenient location, but rooms need a refresh. A mid-range 3-star hotel across from the Mall of Abilene, scored for what it is.
This mid-range 3-star Courtyard across from the Mall of Abilene is a reasonable pick for a short business trip or overnight stop. Recent Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff and clean, comfortable rooms; Booking.com also rates staff above the hotel's overall performance. Microwaves, mini-fridges and work desks cover the practical basics, while an outdoor pool, gym and Bistro give it more flexibility than a bare-bones roadside hotel.
The weak spot is condition: Tripadvisor guests describe dated rooms, and Marriott-hosted feedback also flags worn furnishings and maintenance. Breakfast and parking cost extra. Marriott still displays an elevator outage notice ending March 31, 2025; that does not establish a current closure, but confirm access if stairs are a problem. We'd skip it if freshly updated rooms or breakfast included matter most.
Best for: short business trips; overnight road-trip stops; travelers visiting south Abilene
Watch out for: dated rooms and uneven maintenance; breakfast and parking cost extra; confirm elevator operation before booking
Location: Across from the Mall of Abilene, with shopping and dining nearby.
Rooms: Useful desks, microwaves and mini-fridges, but guest feedback flags aging furnishings.
Cleanliness: Generally positive Expedia feedback, though Marriott-hosted reviews include room-condition and cleaning complaints.
Service: The clearest strength: helpful staff earn repeated praise and strong category ratings.
Amenities: Outdoor pool, 24-hour gym, Bistro and guest laundry; no airport shuttle.
Fees and surprises: Paid breakfast and parking, additional pet fees, every-other-day housekeeping, and an outdated elevator alert.
Axel's opinion of Courtyard by Marriott Abilene Southwest/Abilene Mall South, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for Courtyard by Marriott Abilene Southwest/Abilene Mall South within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $223 a night · includes $1 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed and sofa) (king size bed) | $229 a night on Expedia | $6 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $204 a night · includes $1 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed and sofa) (king size bed) | $209 a night on Expedia | $5 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book |
| Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $201 a night · includes $1 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) | $206 a night on Expedia | $5 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book |
| Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $192 a night · includes $1 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) | $196 a night on Expedia | $4 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $262 a night · includes $1 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) | $251 a night on Expedia | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 22 to Oct 29, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult | $297 a night · includes $1 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) | not seen | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 22 to Oct 31, 2026 · 9 nights · 1 adult | $298 a night · includes $1 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed, bath, handicap accessible) | not seen | Seen Oct 7 | Sign up free to book |
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