Heard good things & had some Marriott points so decided to give it a try. Got a room w/zero view, but didn't mind since it was only one night and it was mini-suite w/king bed and stylish frosted french doors to separate bedroom area from sitting area. Each had it's own flat screen t.v. All new, recently renovated. Directly across from beach & walking distance to restaurants/coffee shops, etc. Sand was white, ocean was turquoise, lounge chairs rent for $10/day.
Apparently Marriott is in the process of upgrading the level of its Courtyard brand to be equal to what a regular Marriott used to be (and newer regular Marriott's are now edging upward toward Ritz Carlton status). I never thought I'd stay at one of these, hotel snob that I am, but I was impressed. Also, staff was friendly. One thing I didn't like was no safe box in room --safe behind reception desk was a pain in my tush. Would stay again if unable to get a discount rate at the St. Regis. (smile)








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