I recently stayed at the Courtyard Marriott Miami Beach and while it wasnโt a terrible experience, it definitely fell short of expectations for the price.
The stay was fine, but nothing particularly special or luxurious. The room was clean and the location was solid for access to the beach and local attractions.
However, there were several inconveniences that made the stay less enjoyable. The water pressure in the showers was very weak, making it frustrating to rinse off after the beach. More importantly, the elevator was out of service multiple times throughout the weekend, which meant using the stairsโespecially annoying when heading up to the pool.
Speaking of the pool, itโs very small and often taken over by large families, making it nearly impossible to actually swim or relax. The area gets quite noisy, and on top of that, the hotel room literally shook all weekend from the bass coming from either the club or nearby events. It made resting during the day or getting a good nightโs sleep pretty difficult.
Also worth noting: at check-in, I was hit with an unexpected $300 security deposit, which wasnโt clearly mentioned beforehand and felt excessive.
All in all, this hotel might work for travelers looking for a basic place to crash in Miami Beach, but if youโre looking for peace, amenities, or a relaxing pool experience, you may want to look elsewhere