Courtyard Marriott Village

[fyreworks]

Has anyone ever stayed at the Courtyard Marriott Village?

We have 5 people, which is the max for their room (including a rollaway bed) so we are wondering if it will be really cramped in there. However, for $39/night, I am tempted to put up with that.

 

[Pat_Elliott]

My favorite hotel offsite!

I think it's safe to say that you'll be a little cramped. I'd say without an Disney moderate or above resort, or an offsite suite, you're going to be cramped. But the hotel is great.

Good points: The hotel is pretty new (March 2001, I believe) and the rooms and commons show it. The beds were simply awsome. Get a balcony if you can, preferably overlooking the pool area. There's good onsite food, and nice restaurants just off site (within walking distance). The location, just a short mile from DTD and the Epcot/MGM area, can't be beat (don't get back on Route 4, ask hotel staff to tell you how to get to the Hotel Blvd. Plaza entrance). Location may be what I liked best. And it's a very, very secure property.

But the neatest thing is the pool area, and so few people seemed to use it. A zero-entry pool, and it's indoor/outdoor, seperated by a waterfall. Kids seem to love it, even us over-40 kids. It also has one indoor and one outdoor hot tub. And there's a gazebo in the pool area where DW and I ate a few meals. Plenty of chairs, etc.

I can't speak for how you'll deal with five in a room, but the rooms are certainly no bigger nor smaller than others in that price range. And at under fifty bucks, I'll bet you'll find it a major find.

Enjoy!

Pat

 

[fyreworks]

Pat,

Thanks for your feedback on the hotel. I am only staying there two nights, and the 5th person is my DS (4), so I think it's going to be OK. I guess a little family togetherness won't hurt. We plan to hit the nightlife at downtown Disney and then Sea World the next day before heading out on a cruise.

Besides, I bet we will be so exhausted by the time we get back that we won't do much but collapse into bed!

 

[Pat_Elliott]

If your goals are rest and some DTD nightlife, you'll be stunned what a little gem this hotel is. Don't miss the pool. Enjoy. Wish I could sneak in with you...

 

[fyreworks]

YIKES! I just found out that the $39 deal is NOT for the Courtyard at the Marriott Village. It's the one at Downtown Disney. Ever stay here before??

 

[safetymom]

Both Courtyards are great!!! The one at DTD has two pools. The manager at the CY at DTD is fantastic. You will have a wonderful time at the hotel.

 

[Pat_Elliott]

I agree with safetymom. There's a slight tradeoff, the DTD CY is an older (but clean) hotel, a little worn down. On the other hand, instead of being a short drive from DTD and PI, you're now a short walk, which can be a major advantage if you like your nightlife a little on the wilder side. Quite frankly, either hotel is a steal at $39.

 

[susy]

Is this the Marriott Village at Little Lake Bryan?

Does the pool have a slide? Pool bar? What kind of food do they have without having to drive somewhere?
What kind of room amenites? free breakfast?
Thanks,
Susy- may start staying offsite now and then- I can't believe I typed that!

 

[safetymom]

CY doesn't have a free breakfast but does have a restaurant. Fairfield and SpringHill does have free breakfast. There is a food court for fast food type meals between CY and Fairfield.

 

[Shooby doo]

Suzy we stayed at SS on our last trip,the free breakfast included-cereals,muffins,bagels,fruit,juices& beverages.Don't know what the pools are like at the other 2 but at SS it was fairly standard & no slide.As well as the food court( not open during our stay-not enough guests!!) there is a walkway to a Golden Corral & Bahama Breeze-5 mins walk if that- Hope this helps