Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown a Majestic Philadelphia Landmark Hotel

The Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown is a high-rise hotel in center city Philadelphia, owned by the Marriott family of hotels. Located just one block from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and about 5 blocks from Philadelphia's historic area, the Courtyard accommodates both business and leisure travelers.

This 18-story hotel was built in 1926 and still boasts a grand entrance and period d,cor in some parts of the building, including the lobby. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the hotel was recently renovated at a cost of $75 million. Coffered plaster, beautiful bronze work, and elegant marble surfaces were all restored to their original grandeur.

The Courtyard Marriott Philadelphia Downtown includes 298 non-smoking rooms, 61 of which are suites. Many boast 12 foot ceilings for an extra spacious look. Rooms also feature Marriott's signature Revive Bed, 300-count linens, large work desks with ergonomic chairs, coffee maker, hairdryer, iron and ironing boards, pay-per-view movies, and free wired internet access. Suites may include a separate living area with pull-out bed and additional bathrooms, depending on the configuration.

Other amenities at the hotel include in-lobby coffee, a concierge desk, baby sitting, on-site coin operated laundry, valet dry-cleaning, and safe deposit boxes at the front desk. Business amenities include copy and fax service, messenger service, a notary public, and overnight delivery/pick-up.

The Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown also has an indoor pool and whirlpool available to all guests. In addition, there is a small fitness room that offers cardio equipment and free weights. Other recreational opportunities, such as bowling and tennis, are located nearby. Golf courses are within a short car ride of the hotel.

There is no spa onsite but there are several day spas in very close proximity to the hotel. The concierge can help arrange spa treatments for guests who desire them.

Restaurants at the Courtyard Philadelphia include the Annex Grille and Lounge, located on the lobby level. Similar to most Marriott restaurants, it offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual setting. The hotel is also surrounded by dozens of great restaurants, including several of Philadelphia's most renowned. Cuisine of every kind is within a reasonable proximity of the hotel.

Shopping near the hotel is plentiful as well. Guests may visit the stores at the Gallery at Market East, The Bourse, the Shops at Liberty Place or the Comcast Center, and the Reading Terminal Market. The latter also includes a number of fast-food eateries where visitors can grab a Philly Cheesesteak or Hoagie.

For meetings and other corporate events, The Courtyard Marriott Philadelphia Downtown has 11 meeting rooms and about 10,000 square feet of total meeting space. Expert meeting professionals can help plan the event, whether large or small. Catering managers are also on hand to assist with food planning. For weddings, this hotel offers two similarly-sized ballrooms, the Grand and the Juniper, each about 3,000 square-feet in size. Certified wedding planners can assist in organizing all aspects of the event.

This Marriott Courtyard offers frequent special deals centered on events taking place in the city, including visiting exhibitions at The Philadelphia Museum of Art or the Franklin Institute.