Location is key
This Courtyard is very close to Old Town San Diego which is why we chose this property. You can literally walk 2 blocks and be at the start of great restaurants and shops. Whaley House is very close to this hotel as well. When we checked in, Victor upgraded us to a 1 bedroom suite at Karen's request. She also waived the $15.00 dollar parking fee because we are gold elite members with Marriott. Parking is very convenient and right under the hotel. I felt safer with our car in the underground garage, instead of being left on the street although one could definitely do that. We were also given 2 free coupons to use in the morning towards a starbucks coffee or any beverage of our choice at Starbucks located right by the lobby. The room was shaped somewhat odd. It was also dark even though we opened the curtains. It seemed damp and had that musky scent to it. The bathroom is very small with a small sink on the outside of the bathroom in which to get ready. It is only big enough for one person to get ready at a time. The tub is small as well. The bed was a King as expected and the matress was hard. I however slept somewhat decent because of the large size of the bed. They could use some softer mattresses. There were plenty of pillows though. The walls are very thin as I could actually hear the people in the next room having a conversation. I could also hear their television. I could hear that from the living room. Then the next morning I could hear the neighbor in the next room taking a shower plain as day. I think they need to do something about the noise factor. This hotel has a very small pool and a jacuzzi. I think this must be an old hotel that was upgraded. I thought the customer service was excellent and the location was excellent. There is also a Fairfield Inn right down the street. I would recommend this hotel if you want to walk to Old Town and not worry about parking. Make sure if you are a Gold or Platinum member with Marriott that you ask for free parking.