We just returned from a trip to Fairfax, Va to tour George Mason University with my 17 year old son. We chose the Courtyard Marriott for its proximity to campus. We have never stayed at a Courtyard before. Boy, were we all impressed! The entire hotel seemed brand new. The lobby area is really cool and practical. There is a mini market where you can purchase snacks, including beer, wine, frozen food (and a microwave to cook them). There is a bistro area with food and drinks to purchase. They have this awesome large screen touch screen interactive computer with weather, nearby restaurants, news, etc. They have a free coffee bar with WSJ, as well as computer area. The signature feature is the courtyard. It was too cool to take advantage of, but they have nice patio furniture as well as a fire pit to sit around. There was an indoor pool and probably a fitness area, but we did not check that out. Personnel were extremely friendly and accomodating.

I made my reservation with a AAA discount for $114. When I checked in, I was asked if I wanted to sign up for Marriott Rewards program. I said, "sure". Once check in was completed, I was told, "I got the rate down the $71"! Can't beat that!

We were able to walk across the street for dinner at Ruby Tuesday. It is on a very busy street, but if you cross at the corner cross-walk, it is OK. Nice not to have to move the car. We ate breakfast at the bistro. Good food. I had delicious oatmeal. My son had an egg sandwich and my husband had french toast. We were all satisfied with our choices. We also bought beer and wine from the mini mart the evening prior. I must say, the prices are a bit high overall, but no worse than had we gone to a restauant I think.

The room was large and newly decorated with large flat screen TV. The toilet/shower area was large and separate from the sink. The closet had really nice french door type doors. All in all, very well done and classy. We especially liked the sliding doors to the balcony in our room. So nice to be able to get fresh air in a hotel room!

Just around the corner from the hotel was the NRA with the National Firearms Museum. My husband and son went to heaven when we visited that!

Can't say anything bad about this hotel, except that we couldn't stay longer! We will definitely stay at a Courtyard Marriott again, and this one in particular should we return to Fairfax.

My 12 year old daughter and I were in town for a GMU children's choir she was participating in. We chose this hotel for our 2 night stay, and what a great choice it was! Rooms looked new, very clean, comfy beds & pillows, decent wifi signal in room. The kids enjoyed the pool. Lobby areas were very nice, with various nooks and areas where you could plug in a laptop or read a book. Breakfast was surprisingly good, dinner choices were so-so. Food service staff was very nice.
After staying at this hotel, I will definitely seek out other Courtyards when traveling in the future!

We chose to stay at this hotel because we were driving a large moving truck and needed a place to park it. The hotel was accomodating to that need, but other than that, the hotel was a disappointment. The hotel is old and overpriced. The beds are hard as rocks and extremely uncomfortable. Breakfast is not included in the price of the room. However, there is no additional charge for internet use. The staff seemed snobbish and at checkout, never asked about our stay. This was our first and probably last time to stay at a Courtyard Marriott. There are far better hotels nearby from which to choose.

If you are in Fairfax, or visiting Washington, the Courtyard is what you are looking for. Fine hotel, with clean roomy rooms, large bathrooms, outstanding indoor pool and jacuzzi, great lobby, and a nice staff. Easy access to the Fairfax metro station (1 exit away) for easy access to DC. I would definitely stay there again.