Reviews of Courtyard by Marriott St Paul Downtown
150 Smith Ave North, Saint Paul, 55102, United States
#3 of 23 hotels in Saint Paul
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 138 hotel reviews
8.7Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.3
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Comfort
9.4
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Location
9.2
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Facilities
9.2
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Staff
9.4
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Value for money
8.2
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Free Wifi
2.5
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Reviewed: August 6, 2025
Maree
Australia4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I liked the disability accessible room. Well set out
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: May 21, 2025
Jay
United States70 Reviews12 helpful votes8.0“A very good stay in a busy area”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
The wifi is advertised as free, but is only free to members of Marriot's club; joining the club is free, but results in advertising email so isn't really free. The parking cost is very high, with no self-parking options we could find at this downtown location. Getting to the hotel from the interstate was tricky in traffic.
The reception and valet parking staff were friendly and efficient. The room was clean, comfortable, and functional, as were the public areas of the hotel. The room was quiet, good for us on a long and tiring journey. There's no dinner restaurant onsite, but we found good options a short walk from the hotel.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: May 14, 2025
Shubadhra
United States33 Reviews4 helpful votes10“Wonderful staff make this a real pleasure to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 3 nights
Not a major negative, but there isn't parking on site. You have to use the valet parking ($35/night). The valet parkers are an amazing bunch - funny, engaging and interesting people to chat with - but it is a bit inconvenient if you need to get in and out often while staying.
The staff are the real gems at this hotel! They are kind, friendly and go out of their way to help out. The cleaning staff left our room in pristine condition every day. Truly a special place to stay because of the people.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: March 18, 2025
Andrea
United States60 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Concert trip”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I wish they would use the black make up washcloth for guest.
Location Friendly staff Comfortable bed Microwave and fridge Perfect amount of towels for the stay
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 14, 2025
Heidi
United States3 Reviews10“Great stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location is perfect for going to events at the Xcel, just across the street. Also, you do have to pay to park overnight but it is Valet so upon check in you don’t have to worry about it.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 6, 2025
Carrie
United States2 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The parking. To pay $35 a day to park, when we were staying multiple nights.. we found parking off site at a city ramp and paid $32 for all 4 nights. Worth it to save on the cost.
The staff were very friendly, from the front desk, the staff cleaning around the hotel, maintenance, bar staff, always smiling, conversing, offering assistance right away, we felt at home.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: February 27, 2025
Terri
United States17 Reviews10“Beautiful hotel with great location and amenities!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location, cleanliness, beautiful rooms and public spaces. Staff was great and very helpful. We plan to stay there again!
Stayed in February 2025
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Reviewed: January 4, 2025
Thomas
United States2 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room with Sofa Bed
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 29, 2024
Ryan
United States1 review8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard King Room with Sofa Bed
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beds
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 16, 2024
Brian
United States8 Reviews9.0“Great location, hard to sleep with pipe noises all night.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room with Sofa Bed
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No cash options, bed was really hard, and the sound from pipes all night kept us up it was very loud
The location was amazing!
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: November 13, 2024
M
United States1 review1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard King Room with Sofa Bed
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The fact on extra charges
It was ok friendly staff
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 8, 2024
Heather
United States3 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The valet parking situation. I was not told that I had no option other than to valet my car for an extra $35 per night during my stay.
Very new and clean rooms. Convenient location.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: November 6, 2024
Linda
Canada7 Reviews10“It was close to our venue and a beautiful, clean hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very up to date and valet service was a bonus
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 5, 2024
Arthur
Canada23 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Great stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room with Sofa Bed
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bar was terrible I asked for coffee they didn't have any.plus waitress said no coffee close by she lied
Location was perfect
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: October 17, 2024
Alfred
United States4 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Be careful even though I had paid in full with booking they charged my card a second time and charged me for garage parking when I did not have a car . They are very willing to refund and fix . So check your receipt
It was literally across the street from venue. Beautiful hotel , friendly , clean. Will stay there for all events in St. Paul
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 14, 2024
Michele
United States3 Reviews10“Overall, it was just very nice. I just didn’t like to pay for parking when I’ve already spent so much on the motel.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
They overcharge for parking. When you’ve already paid for the motel parking should be included. The attached restaurant needs more variety on the menu. They also do not wait staff. You scan and order for not very clear about options for sandwiches.
Convience
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 2, 2024
Valerie
United States9 Reviews10“My sister & I were there for the ELO concert— we will definitely be back just to see the sights of downtown St.Paul”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything!! The rooms were impeccable, the location was perfect & the staff was amazing!
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 1, 2024
Johanna
Canada13 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Good”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Only downside was parking as they only had valet parking on site. Also no breakfast
Very close to Xcel Energy if you’re attending a hockey game or concert. Rooms were nice and big and the staff was friendly
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: September 1, 2024
Nikki
United States26 Reviews2 helpful votes10“Will stay again”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
NA
Perfect location for concert and venue was clean and very friendly staff
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 19, 2024
Brenda
United States1 review10“Excellent experience!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room and common areas were exceptionally clean. Bathroom was large. Beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed the very large windows in our room, looking across the street to the Excel Energy Center. The front desk staff was very friendly and welcoming. The valet staff was wonderful! They were all so friendly and ready to help with any questions about the area. They brought us our vehicle very quickly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 10, 2024
Tracy
United States5 Reviews10“We'll be back for sure!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard King Room with Sofa Bed
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wish there was more outdoor seating.
Love the outside fire tables but unfortunately it started to rain just as we sat down.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: August 4, 2024
Janine
United States5 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Thought it was spendy
Location by excel
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: July 12, 2024
Lisa
United States31 Reviews3 helpful votes10“great place to stay for the Excel Center event, or just to experience downtown St Paul.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
- • Stayed 2 nights
the attached restaurant- Smorgies- was supposed to be open late - but closed early on a concert night because the "ran out of food"- not sure if this is run by the hotel or not.
The location is perfect for a concert. the hotel is modern and felt very new. the room was spacious and quiet, and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: May 20, 2024
Mark
United States3 Reviews10“Clean rooms and friendly staff.”- • Couple
- • Standard King Room with Sofa Bed
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Cost of a bottle of fruit juice. Way too inflated.
Close to my venue where I was doing my business.
Stayed in May 2024
