Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Downtown

Contras: There was no pool or microwave in the room and parking was a different price than what was stated

Quick trip to Atlanta

Prós: Hotel was within walking distance to the aquarium, world of Coca Cola, Olympic park, and Ferris wheel. We were given a room near the top with a good view of the Ferris wheel and CNN building. Kids loved seeing that out the window.

Contras: I am apparently different than most, but I enjoy my privacy in the bathroom. Our room had a type of barn door on a track, but it didn't fully close. If you were in the bed watching tv, you could see someone sitting on the toilet. Just a personal preference that the door is completely closed.

Prós: Room was nice, comfortable bed, close to restaurants and shopping, close to the Skywheel, Starbucks on site. Staff (aside from manager on duty) was friendly and quick to respond to requests.

Contras: Manager on duty when we checked in was unfriendly. We got to the hotel an hour after check-in time and were told the room still 'might' not be ready. After checking with housekeeping, she ...