Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown River North

PARKING very expensive

Desventajas: Valet Parking was $62 a day. Way too much.

Ventajas: Traveled with wife and two young children. Location is great - we walked to Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo, Shedd Aquarium, Magnificent Mile, etc. Had a small pool that the boys enjoyed. Best soundproofing I've experienced with an urban hotel. Staff was unfailingly polite and helpful and very nice to our boys (conversed w/them at check-in, gave them Animal Crackers and bubbles, always opened doors for us). I had fairly high expectations having stayed with this brand numerous times but I was really blown away at the level of service and value on this trip.

Ventajas: Well managed - all respects

Ventajas: Was able to get into my room much earlier than anticipated!

Ventajas: The bed was very comfy and I loved all the feather pillows! It also had a great lounging chair so I didn't have to sit in the bed. The shower had a big shower head which was nice too.

Desventajas: My room was directly across from the elevators (also the only room in this location) so I felt a little uneasy as a single woman getting off the elevator and having a large group of people see me go into my room. The room was nice but had a bit of a musty/body odor smell. I got used to it fairly quickly but not a smell you want greeting you! Oh and only one plug outlet by the bed, for a double room I thought this was odd.

Ventajas: We only stay at Marriott owned hotels. There is no substitute.

Desventajas: Nothing.