It felt like a re-purposed and slightly improved La Quinta. Some of my friends have stayed at properties in Canada and their experience sounds much better.
Design Hotels offer one-of-a-kind settings in environments ranging from rural to urban. Gaylord Hotels are huge upscale resorts with gorgeous atriums, and great restaurants and shops. You never need to leave their hotel complexes. They are perfect for conferences because of their size — some Gaylord hotels have nearly 3, rooms, and up to , square feet of meeting and convention space. It offers indulgent travel with international flair.
Sheraton is a premium Marriott hotel brand that offers a luxurious community vibe. Their sub-brand, Sheraton Grand, delivers an even more glamorous experience. Tribute Portfolio is a collection of formerly independent hotels, and the properties are still rooted in their communities.
There are 46 hotels worldwide. Westin hotels are wellness-driven and for business travel or just for fun. Marriott says AC Hotels are primarily for business travelers.
The brand began in Europe and while it has now spread to other continents it prides itself on keeping a European vibe. Aloft Hotels have an open concept and modern vibe. These hotels are new and emphasize their up-to-date technology.
I personally dislike Aloft. Courtyard by Marriott is by far the largest Marriott hotel brand with more than 1, hotels worldwide. They have free hot breakfast, a hour market and a fitness center. Four Points delivers a relaxed vibe for those looking to unwind and enjoy good company with simple, convenient amenities. I liken them to AC Hotels, which have fantastic properties abroad, and undesirable hotels domestically.
Moxy Hotels are geared toward a younger crowd. They are generally mid-range hotels, but some are extremely nice and all are unique.
Springhill Suites is the largest hotel brand where every room is a suite. I used 7, Marriott points for a night at a Category 1 Springhill Suites in Oklahoma and was amazed at the oversized room. Seriously, every room could accommodate a large family. It even has its own bike-sharing program so you can hit the trails and see the sights.
You can redeem points for this brand, but the prices are entirely rogue. Marriott Executive Apartments are for extended stays, such as business travel that will last weeks or months.
The apartment complexes have laundry facilities, weekly housekeeping and a gym. Unfortunately, they exist only outside of the U. TownePlace Suites is another all-suite hotel brand, targeting travelers who plan to stay five or more nights. Marriott hotel chains are sorted by brand, each having distinct characteristics that are used to market the hotel to a certain type of traveler. You can book free nights at the vast majority of Marriott hotels with Marriott points; take a look at our guide on how to earn Marriott points for more details.
The quickest and easiest way to amass a fat stack of Marriott points is by opening a Marriott credit card and meeting the minimum spending requirements to earn its bonus. They offer some of the best hotel credit cards :. You can also transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points from the following cards to Marriott at a ratio:. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer. With 32 Marriott hotel brands in over 7, locations, there is likely to be a hotel to fit your travel style almost anywhere.
The kitchen in a Residence Inn is commonly equipped with a full refrigerator, stove, microwave, and dishwasher. It will also be stocked with pots, pans, and silverware. Along with a standard sleeper sofa, chair, and desk, Residence Inn rooms also feature an extra dining table. Rooms are comfortable, clean, and come with all of the basics. Standard Courtyard rooms feature a regular hotel room layout with a sofa, chair, and desk.
Almost all Residence Inns are built with very similar room layouts. Courtyard rooms, on the other hand, will occasionally vary a bit from city to city. Many Courtyard hotels in upscale urban areas will have at least a few high-end room options that are more luxurious than the high-end options at a comparable Residence Inn. Like everything else at a Residence Inn, the amenities and services provided by the hotel are based upon the needs of an extended-stay traveler.
Residence Inn Common areas include a pool, business center, small convenience shop, on-site laundry and other secondary amenities. A Residence Inn is also more likely than a Courtyard to have some sort of outdoor space for grilling.
Grocery delivery is one of the most convenient extras at Residence Inn. It makes it that much easier for you to save time and money. Unlike Residence Inns, a lot of Courtyards feature a full in-house restaurant called the Bistro. A pool, business center, convenience shop, laundry, etc is standard at Courtyard just like it is at Residence Inn.
In the majority of cases, a Residence Inn will be somewhat less stylish than a comparable Courtyard. The average Residence Inn has simple, homey decor and furnishings. The average Courtyard tends to be noticeably more stylish than the average Residence Inn. From the lobby to the bedroom, the design gets slightly higher marks. If your considering somewhere a little farther away, and want a nicer Hotel, you can also look at the Doubletree Guest suites This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity.
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