Courtyard by Marriott

Needed a place close to UConn for my sons audition… used reward points…
Completely average CY. Didn’t disappoint and didn’t impress…

Stayed here the day after Thanksgiving. We usually do an yearly trip here (4 th yr in a row) as a treat for the kids. They can swim and use hot tub, which is great this time of year.
Check in was quick and friendly. Kids thought it was neat that my name was listed on front desk flyer as arriving that day. As we r Marriott rewards members.
Room was very clean and updated. Plenty of restaurants in area. Right next door to Friday’s and I walked over to Plaza Azteca for take out to bring to room.
Staff was very nice during our stay. The 2 minor issues are that the coffee bar never seemed open only for breakfast. Also the hot tub was in good shape just needs a little cleaning.
We will come back next year. Kids love it.

Poor. From start to finish. Have you ever experienced the front desk telling you «you already got this on Priceline, you can’t complain»? Or, «we have no free breakfast, but if you pay for it, it’s worth it!» Neither have I. The entire place either smells stale or like $ 10 perfume and the staff will come into your room to turn your air to a hotter setting or off, even when you leave the do not disturb sign on your door. 1 king bed cannot be switched for 2 doubles, like with everywhere else. The list only goes on. Not a fan in the slightest.

Imagine breaking into a strangers house, feeling bad for trespassing (and using their hot tub, wifi, and eating their breakfast food), so you leave a $ 100 bill to ease your guilt.

Clean hotel. Friendly employees.
I really enjoyed staying here. The rooms were nice. Don’t forget your bathing suit if you plan on enjoying the pool or hot tub. It always seems to be empty which is nice.
Very close to the mall/​shopping which is a big PLUS.

Comfy beds, great location (there’s a TGIFridays right across the parking lot & the mall is 2 minutes away). But NO FREE BREAKFAST??? Grrrrrrrrrr