This lovely brick, three-story hotel is located in the heart of suburban Fort Lauderdale. It’s just minutes from the famous Sawgrass Mills Shopping Outlets, pristine beaches, fabulous restaurants, and Fort Lauderdale's thriving business center. Our spacious guest rooms provide both the business and pleasure traveler with all the comforts of home, including a spacious work desk, two phones with data ports, Free High-Speed Internet access, and in-room coffee. Perhaps as our guest, you will even enjoy the pleasures of our heated swimming pool, whirlpool, or exercise room after gathering energy from a hearty buffet breakfast in the Courtyard Café.
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Local Attractions:
Fountains Plaza, Broward Mall, Sawgrass Mills Mall, Dolphins Training Camp, Office Depot Center, Nova Southeastern University, Jacaranda Country Club
May 16, 2013
Izlander, Omaha, Nebraska | Trip type: Family
We stayed here for a night before going on a cruise, the good part was the shuttle picked us up and dropped us off. The room was clean... had only...
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We stayed here for a night before going on a cruise, the good part was the shuttle picked us up and dropped us off. The room was clean... had only 2 towels for 4 people... asked them for 4 towels and got 3! The courtyard is messy, no-one goes out there to clean up, beer cans and goodness knows what else laying around on the table. The pool was full of debris, it didn't help there were a few kids out there till 11.30pm that were throwing stones in the water and generally being a pain in the rear. I stayed in a Courtyard in Boulder CO last month and they had coffee and tea free of charge out in the reception area all day. This one had nothing you couldn't even buy a cup of coffee until 7.30am. There is a mall across the street which has a ton of stores and restaurants. « less
“Didn't change sheets, left last persons stuff in fridge, but free wi-fi”
May 12, 2013
washingtonstateguy, Washington State
Ok. When I told the front desk about the fridge being filled with half used containers of juice, they weren't happy, but took nor offered zero action. When I asked...
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Ok. When I told the front desk about the fridge being filled with half used containers of juice, they weren't happy, but took nor offered zero action. When I asked for extra towels we wanted that instant, they made us wait ten minutes and sent someone to our room (we were mid-bathing our baby boy).
We also fed our son breakfast in our bed (which was a messy mistake), but we were ok because housekeeping knocked 5 min later as we walked out. Sure enough they made our bed real nicely- without new sheets- crumbs awaited us after a long day.
Wifi was free- a nice but expected plus. Rooms are tinier than Hampton Inn- very small.
Walls must be thick- baby cried a lot and no complaints. Another good one- air conditioner works great and didn't see any bugs.
Would not recommend to anyone. I expected better service. « less
“Well located value”
May 6, 2013
JRDelirious, San Juan, PR | Trip type: Solo travel
This property has a location very convenient to transportation hubs (595, Fla. Turnpike, I-95, Sawgrass Expwy., FLL Airport) that makes access easy and fast (within reason with the construction at...
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This property has a location very convenient to transportation hubs (595, Fla. Turnpike, I-95, Sawgrass Expwy., FLL Airport) that makes access easy and fast (within reason with the construction at 595 & Turnpike). As mentioned, many nearby shopping and dining venues. When arriving be on the lookout as apparently local signage regs tend to keep the hotel signs somewhat modest -- it's on the South side of 6th street.
It overall meets the standards of the Courtyard brand, the renovated lobby and "Bistro" dining area is still fresh, the grounds within the property are well kept, the inner courtyard (hey, a Courtyard with a courtyard...) looked pleasant enough in good weather and the immediate surrounding area was relatively quiet. The room was well equipped and comfortable though not fancy, very small balcony with a screen door that was off its rails -- but then again I did not bother unlocking the balcony door and stepping out so it did not affect me. Sound isolation from the inside is not the best and activity in the hallway could affect a light sleeper.
General layout and the wear on some elements such as elevators tend to remind you that not everything has been renovated at once, nor given the greatest and latest, but this is a very functional hotel and for the price provides a satisfactory stay, I could recommend it. « less
“Everything we needed”
May 1, 2013
timmay_12, Grafton, Massachusetts | Trip type: Couples
I stayed here for two nights one before and one after a trip to Mexico. They had everything we needed! I would highly recommend this hotel for anyone on a...
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I stayed here for two nights one before and one after a trip to Mexico. They had everything we needed! I would highly recommend this hotel for anyone on a layover for flights or cruises. Their shuttle will pick you up at the airport and drop you back off at the airport or the cruise port - which was where many of the people we met there were going.
The hotel has a nice little business center with two desktop computers, and a seperate computer to print out bording passes, which was a nice suprise!
Also the staff here is very friendly, and they even saved some books I left on their shuttle bus. Great customer service!
Some tips for staying here would be that the shuttle only runs until 7pm, I would recommend verifying, but that is the time I remember. So if you have a late flight you will need to take a cab. Also on the weekends you can get cheap rental cars for the same price of a cab. I was able to get a rental for 35.00 a day from Dollar booking through Expedia last minute. We went to the see the alligator show the next day before our flight, that was a cool way to kill a couple hours, and could not have done that if we did not rent the car. But on our arrival flight we got there early enough to take the shuttle from the airport and back out the following day, and not need to spend the money and hassle on a rental car.
Also the rooms are a little on the older side, and this is def not a Resort, but there is some stuff to do around the area. There is a mall across the street, and a Dollar store to pick up any last minute items. So I would def recommend this hotel to anyone who needs a nice, clean place to stay on a layover in Lauderdale! « less
“One night stay”
Apr 15, 2013
larry l, Mount Olive, Illinois | Trip type: Couples
As expected by Marriott. A good value for the money. Shuttle was a little late, but we got to our destination on time. The room was very spacious and clean....
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As expected by Marriott. A good value for the money. Shuttle was a little late, but we got to our destination on time. The room was very spacious and clean. The shower felt great the next morning. Would go back if we are in the area again. « less
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Management response from Patrick Davidson, General Manager
Your feedback is very much appreciated from your most recent stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Plantation. We are happy to see you enjoyed your stay, and do apologize about the tardiness of the shuttle as there are always unforeseen traffic/weather issues. The team here at the Courtyard by Marriott Plantation works hard to keep the shuttle on schedule.
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Nightly Parking:
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Total Taxes:
12.50%
Room Types - None
Standard room-two double beds
Two Double Beds
This room measures 350 square feet (32 square meters). Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A desk, a wake-up call service, and daily housekeeping are among the conveniences offered.
Standard King
One King Bed or
One Sleeper Sofa Bed
This room measures 350 square feet (32 square meters). Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A desk, a wake-up call service, and daily housekeeping are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Standard Queens
Two Queen Beds
This room measures 350 square feet (32 square meters). Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A desk, a wake-up call service, and daily housekeeping are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Standard Suite
One King and One Sofa Bed
This room measures 418 square feet (38 square meters). Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels with HBO are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A wake-up call service, daily housekeeping, and an iron and ironing board are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Standard, Two Double and One Sofa Bed
Two Double and One Sofa Bed
Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels with HBO are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A wake-up call service, daily housekeeping, and an iron and ironing board are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Amenities - None
Air conditioning
Alarm clock
ATM
Central location
Complimentary newspaper
Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
Credit card accepted: American Express
Credit card accepted: Discover
Credit card accepted: Diners Club
Credit card accepted: JCB
Electronic key card
Elevator
Fax available
Fitness and health centre
Hairdryer available
Handicap accessible
Ice Maker
Internet - ethernet
Jacuzzi
Laundry facilities
Movies in room
Non-smoking rooms
24 hours opened
Office or business center
Private bathroom in room
Quiet location
Self controlled heating/cooling system
Swimming pool - outdoor
Tea and coffee making facilities
Telephone
Telephone in all rooms
Television
Terrace
Travellers cheques accepted
Voicemail
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Airport & Shuttle Information - None
Hollywood/Fort Lauderdale Int'l Airport (8 miles), approximate $25 charge one way via taxi/shuttle
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
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Previously Known As: Courtyard Fort Lauderdale / Plantation, Courtyard Planation, Courtyard Plantation, Plantation Courtyard by Marriott
Based on 97 traveler reviews 
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Rooms
“Good location - hotel needs work”
“Everything we needed”
Standard room-two double beds
Standard King
Standard Queens