University Courtyard

As a Marriott Platinum Elite customer, I've stayed at many Marriotts, and this was one of the worst experiences, particularly at check-in and in dining. The front desk person was very friendly; however, the area was chaotic, with people standing everywhere. The biggest issue, however, was the care in the dining area. We waited more than 10 minutes just to be noticed by the server, even though it wasn't that busy. Once we got our food, we had to wait another 5 minutes for utensils, and whenever anyone asked for a cocktail, the server had to look up the recipe. And that would be okay if the server acknowledged people and spoke to you, but he didn't - completely aloof. It was as if the customers were inconvenient, not how anyone on travel wants to be treated.

Great location if departing from DCA, 4 minute drive to terminal parking. Hotel is renovated, clean, staff was friendly. You get some platinum perks like free coffee and drinks which replaces the usual Courtyard F&B credit. Hotel Self Parking at $49/night is clearly overpriced. you can park in same garage through Spothero and they will only charge $16/night - but that is against hotel’s T&Cs and may get you canceled if you stay in hotel. Seems like a weird setup for hotel guests pay 3x more for parking! The only benefit - you get unlimited in/out when parking as a hotel guest. There is another garage next to hotel at $8/ but it only operates 6am-6pm on weekdays, so make sure you don’t get locked out.