As part of a business trip to Paris, this time I chose the Courtyard Marriott Paris Gare de Lyon… For the pleasure of reviewing, of course!
Itinerary reminder :
Booking
I booked this hotel a few days before my arrival, via the Marriott Bonvoy app, using a special rate allowing me to book for less than €90 a night, excluding breakfast. So I’m going to make the reservation, knowing that it will allow me to bring it back to you here.
Arrival
I arrive at the hotel mid-morning with a Wheely from Paris Charles-de-Gaulle airport. Due to travel restrictions, traffic is much lighter than usual and I reach the hotel in less than 50 minutes.
The first approach is a little frightening, as the hotel door is locked at all hours, and needs to be activated by a call to the intercom via the receptionist.
After that, I proceed to check-in. A few days before my arrival, I had checked-in using the Mobile check-in application. I had noted an upgrade to the Sacré-Coeur Room, the second highest category.
The upgrade is confirmed, and I’m asked to show proof of my fare. I’ll choose the Food & Beverage credit as my Ambassador benefit, and head for my room. Note that the mobile key will work everywhere except in the bedroom.
Room
The assigned room was on the 19th floor of the hotel, and offered a superb view of the north and east of Paris, and thus the Sacré Coeur. I think that all the rooms are equivalent based on the evacuation plan, and that only the view changes.
The entrance leads directly to the room. On the left is a cupboard with a closet, minibar and bathrobes. The minibar is empty, as always in Courtyard hotels. No espresso machine, just a kettle.
The bathroom is very modern, with toilet, washbasin and spacious shower. I don’t like Courtyard bath products at all, which are of mediocre quality.
Then there’s the bedroom proper, with a handy table for working and eating, and a very comfortable king-size bed. The view is extraordinary day and night, as you can see from the photos.
Finally, here’s a video tour of the room:
Hotel facilities
The hotel is equipped with a fitness room, which I won’t have time to use this time. Nevertheless, I took a few photos…
It is located on the second floor of the property, but is totally blind. It is, however, well equipped.
Food options
The hotel has a restaurant, which was closed at the time of my visit due to the health situation. Even breakfast is not offered as room service and replaced by a takeaway bag (which I wouldn’t choose).
As in all the chain’s hotels, a pantry concept replaces the minibar, which in the end I prefer because there’s more choice. The prohibitive price of alcohol will dissuade me from indulging in champagne.
Departure
Departure formalities will be carried out face-to-face, but will be completed quickly.
Bottom line
A rather good hard product but a very low level of service? French style? In any case, it’s not even the warmth you’d expect from such half-service channels.
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