Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach - Honolulu, Hawaii - Marine Art Hotel in Waikiki

Opened for business in 2007, the 17-story Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach is one of the Waikiki's newest hotels. It is a Category-5 participant in the Marriott Rewards frequent guest program and, with just 405 rooms, it is considered to be a boutique hotel by local standards.

The ocean-themed dycor of the Courtyard by Marriott was inspired by the famous marine life artistry of Robert Wyland. Indeed, all of the guestrooms and suites are furnished with Wyland artwork and designer wood furnishings, within an island-chic color scheme of sage and cream.

The smallest room measures just 199 square feet and comes with one queen. Others are available in configurations that include a king or two twin beds. One-bedroom units have an additional sofa bed, while the Artist Suites accommodate up to four persons. The largest unit is the Penthouse Suite, with a separated living room, wet bar and full kitchen.

All rooms include air-conditioning, a sitting area with writing desk, pillow-top mattresses, a hair dryer, clock radio, coffeemaker, iron and ironing board, mini- refrigerator, two phones, remote-control 26-inch flat-screen television, and an in-room safe. High-speed Internet service is complimentary, as is a local newspaper delivered daily. Cribs are permitted in the rooms, but rollaway beds are not.

The Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach has a lobby lounge that serves as the hub of activity for the resort. Here, guests can take advantage of free Internet access on two 24-inch Mac computer stations. Near at hand, six high-definition plasma screens have been mounted for viewing beside the many paintings, photos and sculptures that grace the lobby.

Also in the lobby area is the Wy Bar, noted for its signature drinks. And just off the lobby is the Spada Bar & Restaurant with its Italian fare, along with the Kimo Bean Coffee Bar, featuring local gourmet blends.

Another focal point of activity is the hotel's secluded saltwater pool. Surrounded by palm trees, it features its own tropical waterfall. There is also a Garden Pool with a heated whirlpool spa for those who prefer freshwater bathing. Wireless high-speed internet is available on both the lanai and the pool deck.

Spa Pure is the Courtyard by Marriott's health and fitness center. Here, guests can book a stress-relieving poolside massage or use the cardio-training equipment for a workout. Advance appointments are required.

For those who are staying at the hotel on business, there is a 24-hour, self-service business center. It offers access to computer, internet and printing services, along with a 500-square-foot boardroom that has fixed seating for 12 or viewer seating for up to 20 persons. There is a 52-inch wall-mounted screen with full audio and visual connectivity, and access to any needed business equipment, such as printers, copiers and fax machines, is available for a fee, as is an overnight delivery and pickup service.

The address of the Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach is 400 Royal Hawaiian Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815. Parking is available on site for a charge of $22 daily (valet only).