As previous reviewers have said, this hotel is perfectly located to visit the Byward Market area and also the National Gallery. A bit pricey compared with similar chains (Best Western, Comfort, etc.) but I imagine that's because of the location. However, the room faced a concrete wall and the heat could not be turned off. Of course if you're staying one night, by the time you realize that, you're almost asleep. The staff were very pleasant and I'm sure they would have changed the room, but we were already in bed; it wasn't worth the bother at that point. The bathroom was spartan with, get this!, no fan. Excellent big king sized bed, small desk area, but again, good enough for a night on a tourist kind of visit, less so if you're working. In general, I'd hesitate to recommend it.

This hotel is in the middle of the action in Ottawa, right next to the Farmer's Market. Followed the advise from previous reviews and requested a room facing the inner courtyard; no problems with noise at all at night. The only two real negatives were the price, $189 (seemed a little high for this type of hotel), and a strong smell in our room. We did not complain about the smell because we were only staying one night. Otherwise, I would have requested another room. That said, for a lower price I would return to this hotel in the future.

I stayed at the Courtyard for a couple of nights in October.

The most obvious plus point is the location, right smack bang in Byward Market, which meant a five minute walk to the beaver tail stand! My room was of a good size, and faced outwards. Despite previous reviewers comments, I experienced no problems with noise from outside. Complimentary in-room wi-fi was also provided.

Athough the hotel has undergone recent renovations, I can't help feel that these are superficial. I think the hotel could be so much better, but frustratingly can't quite put my finger on the reason why (probably not going to get many 'this was helpful votes'!).

If you stay here, you will love the location and ultimately will have little to complain about. Personally, I think it just lacked a little something in comparison with other Marriott hotels I have stayed in.

Stayed at the Courtyard Marriott on Dalhousie st in Ottawa from November 29 to december 2 2011 as I was attending a 3 days meeting. The hotel is a 15$ taxi-ride (about 10-15 min max) from the train station. The hotel is right downtown, next to Byward market and walking distance from parliament, National Gallery of Canada . The hotel was renovated and the feel is contemporary and clean.. Rooms are nice and clean, a little small for a king size bed but well appointed.Free wi-fi is provided in rooms Mattress and pillows are comfortable. I slept well except on the Thursday night as my room was facing a few bars where there was a lot of noise , but it might have been an exception as there were several police cars at times and ambulance. Just ask to be in a room away from the bars. There is a pool and a small exercise room with good quality equipment.

Most meals were provided by the meeting organisation. I have to say that for once it tasted better than the usual hotel meeting food sserved. There was a small reception for our group one night and the food served was also better than usually served.

Meeting rooms were adequate and up to standards. Staff was nice.