Courtyard Washington Convention Center

I loved this hotel because it was in the perfect location. About a block away from the metro and walking distance to every tourist trap in D.C. We were able to see a lot in the 3 days we stayed in DC thanks to
the great location. It’s also right across the street from Shake Shack and has a Gordon Beirsch right inside the hotel! Talk about
convenience!
This hotel was very clean and you could tell the employees took pride in their jobs. Every employee we met treated our son so amazingly! From the man at the front desk to Tony, the valet guy, they all were so engaging and friendly. It’s nice to feel like family when you’re staying in a new, strange place.
The other thing I really loved about this hotel was that you needed a key in order to use the elevator and the elevator would only let you off on the floor where your room was. This made me feel very safe in such a big city. I’ve never been to a hotel that did that before. It’s a great idea!
We look forward to staying here again next
time we go to D.C.

Tiny room, excellent service! So, the floors are creeky and room is a bit outdated, but the awesome part was that it overlooked the bustling city streets of what make up Washington DC. We were welcomed by a warm and helpful staff. The room was super tiny though and was just enough for 2 double beds, our 3 large luggages and us (2 adults + 1 child)! Anything else, we would have been like sardines! Our room had a view of the Shake Shack, so I was immediately impressed. Though I wasn’t entirely too blown away by the room itself, I did however take a strong liking to the staff that was extremely helpful about everything from the time we checked-​in, to the time we checked-​out and had to store our luggage. They will gladly store your luggage upon check-​out, if you’d like to explore the city. Upon our return from sightseeing, they helped us with our bags, gave my little girl a lollipop and each of us some yummy cake balls that were perfect for our train ride. If you are looking for a spot to rest your head, while you are running around the city, this does make for a great stay. Their location is right on the corner, so it made for easy pick-​ups by Lyft/​Über and if you want to grab a bite, there is a Gordon Biersch on-​site, a Shake Shack directly across the street and bunch of surrounding eateries. It’s centrally located to many landmarks around the city. Enjoy your time in Washington DC. Surrounding spots to visit are the International Spy Museum (across the street), Verizon Center, Chinatown and more!

Been meaning to leave this review for a while. Spent the weekend in DC with my boyfriend and decided to book us through Priceline. We ended up with this Courtyard which was great. It was metro accessible, right downtown and yet quieter in the morning.
We were able to drop the bags and sightsee before coming back and checking in. Check in, as always, was a breeze and then the room. Clean, standard for Marriott and perfect for our needs. The staff was helpful at all times and we really enjoyed our stay.

Very nice hotel in a great location. Within walking distance to a lot of great sights to see. Be sure to visit Ford’s Theatre right around the corner and eat breakfast at Lincoln’s Waffle Shop.
Our room was very clean. The only complaint was the bizarre bathroom layout. You couldn’t open the door all the way because it banged into the shower rod, not to mention you had to climb over the toilet to get out of the tiny room when the door was open.
Staff were all very friendly. We took advantage of the little pool in the basement which the kids enjoyed. Did some laundry on the tenth floor and the equipment worked well. The restaurant Gordon Biersch was delicious!
Very happy overall. Our bill upon check out was incorrect but the front desk remedied it when I pointed it out. Would definitely stay here again.

We came for a few days as the last leg of our honeymoon vacation. From the second we walked in, we were treated very well.
We were upgraded to the top floor and given breakfast every day for free. When we walked into our room, we were greeted with a lovely card from the hotel staff and chocolate truffles. The room was large and clean with a good view of the city. To make it even better, when we got back from an evening of sightseeing, there was a free bottle of chardonnay waiting for us.
The concierge was great. He was able to give us a great crash course of DC in a few minutes time ad was really nice.
We would recommend this hotel to anyone, especially if you’re in town for a special occasion. This was by far the best hotel (of five!) that we experienced on our honeymoon. We will be back!

I have enjoyed my stay at this Courtyard. I checked in on the Marriott app and my room was ready when I arrived at 11am.
The hotel is set in an older building, but Marriott has done a very good job with the property. The valet service and front desk staff were outstanding.
I was able to enjoy the elite lounge on the 10^th floor because of my platinum status. The breakfast area was nicely put together and not crowded. I did also visit the room for cocktails one evening.
The property is just a few blocks away form the White House. There a many restaurants in the area. Jump on Unilocal for those near you.
I have been very pleased with this property and will return.

Stayed here during the extension of a business trip to our nation’s capitol. We were looking for a hotel centrally located but still fairly inexpensive. This place did the trick. The building is a refurbished bank, so it’s a little funky when you walk in, but the rooms are nice enough and the service was great. I think the best part was that the restaurants nearby were fairly decent so it was easy to get a bite and head back to the room after a long day of walking and sightseeing.

When we come to DC, we usually stay at a Marriott because we are gold card members. This however was the first time staying at the Courtyard Washington Convention Center.
The staff treated us nicely from the moment we came to the door. Our accommodations were very comfortable. We had an Executive Suite which was quite roomy. The bathroom was small but adequate. We had use of the concierge’s lounge and went there on our last day for breakfast. The breakfast there was pretty mediocre. I suggest you stick with the breakfast on the lower level. The pool is extremely small and is more of a wading pool for children.
The location of the hotel is the biggest selling point. It’s right in the heart of everything that you may want to see in DC. We enjoyed our stay and plan to come back soon.

We had 41 rooms booked here June 12 & 13, 2015 and it was an excellent choice.
The customer service was extraordinary! We will definitely stay here in the future.

Convenient location close to the Metro Station and Verizon Center. Walking distance to Chinatown for a late night meal after one of the local bars before turning in for the evening. Prefer to stay close? Gordon Biersch is downstairs with a full bar and menu to suit your needs.
Staff is super friendly and helpful with your tips or directions. Valet staff willing to risk life and limb jumping into traffic to get you a cab. Overall good service with the guest needs in mind. Clean rooms and attentive service if you need/​want extras.
If you’re in the DC area for business or pleasure I recommend this location.

Home sweet home — at least when I’m in DC.
This is a great place to stay in the Penn Quarter. This is close to the metro, close to many, many restaurants, across from the Spy Museum and Portrait Gallery, and it’s a short walk to the mall.
Free wifi. You can upgrade to faster speeds if you want to pay.
The staff is always friendly and helpful.
The rooms are good rooms — not five star — but good rooms.
Room service. Yes, this Courtyard has room service since the first floor has a full Gordon Biersch restaurant. The room service food has always been good. However, when I have eaten in the restaurant — I have not had a good experience.
Additionally, there is a café in the basement. It’s a good place for breakfast. It’s nothing fancy but nice to have. On the weekends they have a buffet breakfast.
The gym and pool are in the basement — pretty cool.
They also have computers and printers set up in the basement for guests and there’s also a large screen TV. Nice place to hang out if you need a place to talk with co-​workers.
There are many options in the Penn Quarter for lodging — I’ve tried many high-​end and chain hotels in this area. This place is my pick — good prices, good service, good rooms, no extra charges for every little thing, and conveniently located.
If you are a Marriott Gold or Platinum member — even better. You will get access to snacks and wine in the afternoons and breakfast in the mornings — during the week.
Good stuff!
Enjoy your stay — I always do!

Loved it. The front desk personnel — especially Brittany — are so friendly and professional and accommodating.
Great location at the heart of everything. Updated lobby and rooms. Very clean. Really enjoyed our stay here.
Nice plus? This Courtyard has a concierge lounge! The minus? Attendant laid pile of cash near the food and silverware to encourage tips. Bad form.

I have attended events nearby. The facilities are nice. I have visited friends who have been guests. As a non paying guest, I was treated kindly. If you are attending something at the convention center, you may find cheaper prices here than hotels that are closer. Parking is ridiculous. They charge the same as The Willard and they are not the Willard! Unless you are driving and have to park at the hotel, find a cheaper place to park. Metro is nearby. You are paying more to stay downtown.

Staff was great, building is a little dirty but it makes sense for the price and location.

I stayed here for a work trip which I extended into a vacation (DC is awesome!), and I’m glad I did.
You can tell they get a lot of business travelers because of the Good:
— Super nice, friendly and professional staff
— Awesome desk and chair (perfect for productivity!)
— LOTS of outlets all over the room
— Room was toasty/​pre-​warmed upon my arrival on a freezing cold winter day
— Popcorn and fruit-​infused water in the lobby (I’m a sucker for that sort of stuff)
— Location, location, location! I was able to walk to some of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to (reviews to come, and I’m not just talking about the Shake Shack across the street), and it’s reasonably close to the National Mall (about a 1 mile, 15 minute walk). However, I did find myself wishing it was even closer to the Metro, which is a 5 minute walk (if you pick the right entrance/​exit to the Gallery Place/​Chinatown station). It’s not bad, but when you have luggage… it’s kind of a schlep.
The Bad:
— Dark-​ish rooms (wish there were ceiling lights — the two lights next to the bed and the one on the desk are not enough)
— Slow internet
— Oddly short blankets (I’m not the only Unilocal review to notice this)
— Tiny, basic bathroom (it grosses me out that the shower curtain brushes up against the toilet, and I’m surprisingly high maintenance about fancy showerheads and all that stuff)
— No prices on the items in the «market» room in the lobby. I was turning in for bed one night at 2 am one night, realized I forgot to pack contact solution, went down to the «market», saw no prices, and decided to go to the 24 hour Walgreens across from the Metro station instead.
— Tiny TV placed too far from the bed, not enough HD channels (At least HBO and Food Network were, I guess). Some of the channels had really bad reception.
— Speaking of reception, bad cell service (Both voice and data) in my room.
— Tiny, stingy-​sized toiletries that were quickly used up (my biggest pet peeve when staying at hotels).
All in all, not a bad place to stay for business (although I might stay somewhere else if visiting for pleasure). And contrary to some reviews, my room did have a hair dryer, but it was hidden away in the closet, and I did have a full-​length mirror next to the bathroom, which makes me wonder if the rooms are a crapshoot.

I had a great stay at the Courtyard. GREAT location on the corner of 9^th and F Streets, NW. The registration staff was friendly and fast. The elevators were fast (seems like a minor thing, but not when you’ve experienced the gross opposite). My suite was quiet, comfortable, very nice and clean. Wi-​Fi was free.
My nit-​picks are:
* the lobby was quite small
* the bellmen were lax; I didn’t need them, but they didn’t even ask
* overnight valet is $ 38; high, but standard for DC
My genuine concerns:
* I work out. The gym was laughable; there was only one piece of cardio equipment, which was an outdated stationary bike. Please get at least one new treadmill and elliptical trainer. You’d expect this at the very least in a Marriott property.
* no full-​length mirror. I’m a girl. This is a must. I want to make sure I look good from head to toe before hitting the town.
There are LOTS of options in DC, and sometimes these things make the difference in where I stay.

So their are two issues w/​this hotel, 1) no hair dryers in the guest room so bring your own, 2) no full length or ¾ length mirrors in the guest rooms.
Plus it’s 3+ blocks to the convention center.
The concierge is a nice touch & valet at $ 14 is very reasonable. Staff is pleasant, rooms & public ares clean,

An old hotel but clean and nice.
Close to almost ever attractions. Just take 5 minutes walk to FBI, 10 minutes to the White House.
Close to intersection, but really quiet. Not noisy at all.
Stuffs are really nice.
The only problem is the incredible high parking valet cost. 44 USD include tax per night. But consider that’s D.C., the capital of the United States of America, well, I can accept that.

We stayed here after a concert at the 930 club.
It was great. Really close to the metro, check in was easy, check out was easy, really clean bathroom, the most comfortable hotel bed ever.

Update: The free Wi-​Fi is slow and very unreliable. At first it was a pro, but halfway into the first day I noticed it was more like DSL. I need them to get it together. I ended up having to tether to my iPad to get on the net. Sadly, marking down another star for that.
Also, I never received the microwave I requested upon check-​in, even after I called to notify the front desk. Guest service was great, but there seems to be some miscommunication or a communication break down between the front desk and housekeeping. On several occurrences we had to call more than once for additional towels, and as I said earlier housekeeping never brought up a microwave.