Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront

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Courtyard by Marriott
8.8 (880 reviews)
2 Sassafras Pier , Erie , us
+18146361005

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Beautiful views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited amenities
Mold and maintenance problems

Categories

Cleanliness
8.26
There were cleanliness issues reported including dirty windows and a dirty chair.
Service
9.73
Most reviews praised the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
9.77
Multiple reviews highlighted the great location of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.72
Rooms received mixed reviews; some mentioned comfort, while others had complaints.
Amenities
8.25
Concerns about amenities like no room service and limited availability of coffee pods.
Value for Money
8.71
The price was questioned in some reviews but overall seemed acceptable given the location.
Food and Beverage
7.76
The breakfast options were limited and there were complaints about food availability.
Overall Experience
9.23
Guests expressed a generally positive experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 13:38

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. Some rooms even feature a terrace for a stunning view of the surroundings. The hotel ensures a comfortable stay with cozy bedding and modern amenities.

Relaxation and Recreation
Guests can unwind in the seasonal outdoor pool, indoor pool, or hot tub, and stay active in the fitness centre. The hotel's prime location near the bayfront allows for easy access to fishing and cycling activities, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

Convenient Amenities
From the on-site restaurant serving American breakfast to the business centre for corporate needs, Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront caters to all types of travelers. The multilingual staff provide exceptional service, making your stay truly memorable.

Book your stay at Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront for a delightful blend of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

Upon early departure, an Early Departure Charge of one night's room & applicable tax applies.

Guests must be 21 years of age or older to reserve a room and check-in/register.

Any change in the length or dates of a reservation may result in a rate change.

The intersection of State Street and Bayfront Parkway is CLOSED September 01, 2025 - October 01, 2026 due to construction. To access hotel via Front Street, please turn at Sassafras Street Extension or Holland Street.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
Swimming pool: Closed from Wed, Sep 9, 2026 until Fri, May 28, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ERI

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 15 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 880 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.26
Service: 9.73
Location: 9.77
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.71
Food and Beverage: 7.76
Overall Experience: 9.23
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Connie • couple • us
5
Very clean wish there was complimentary coffee or breakfast for the price of the stay
Pros:

The pools where very nice

Cons:

The prices are way to high for a such a small room

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Peggy • couple • us
8
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • us
10
Great hotel! Fantastic location & beautiful views!
Pros:

Great location! Spacious room! Gorgeous view of the water!

Cons:

Understaffed. Front desk staff (usually 1 person, sometimes 2) often said they couldn’t address concerns or assist guests bc they were alone at the moment. The pools (both indoor and outdoor) had no towels from 8am-10am, when the front desk was contacted they explained they were short on housekeeping staff and the one person that showed up could not clean rooms and replenish towels. For such an inspiring property, in a prime location, fully booked it seems like they can afford to increase their staffing!

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
8
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Lenny • family_with_children • us
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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like I see it • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The location, obviousky was great as was the hotel

Cons:

We were given inaccurate information about the parking at check in. The parking garage was under construction but there was a large parking lot next to the hotel and they waived the normal parking fee. The desk clerk told us that Security was told to keep the closest spaces for hotel guests. So, I drove into the part of the lot closest the the hotel. There were no security personnel and no open spaces. I don't mind walking. But there was a boom truck blocking one end of the lot so I had to back all the way out. That was a little frustrating. That's all.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Lenny • extended_group • us
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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eugenee412 • Couples
4
Reservations mean nothing
Pros:

A reservation means nothing at this hotel. Booked a bayfront room to celebrate my wife’s birthday. Arrived at 4 pm to check in and were told our room was not available and we were move to the Fairfield at the mall. I found out later that nine other reservations were changed to the Fairfield.

To top it all off our credit card was charged as if we never showed up for our reservation.

I have been a Marriott Rewards member since 1989, which apparently carries no weight if management needs your room because someone else did not properly plan.

Terrible experience and will never go back to this hotel. Marriott corporate needs to get involved at this location. No way to treat a customer

2026-06-25 • via Tripadvisor
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Kamilah • family_with_children • us
8
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Judy • couple • us
9
Great stay in a relaxing hotel
Pros:

Cleanliness, location, outdoor space

Cons:

$16 for parking and the garage is closed so it was hard to find a spot at times

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Kristian • couple • us
10
Pros:

It was amazing

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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nenau2015 • Couples • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
2
Disgusting treatment of guests
Pros:

I have always been a big fan of Bayside of Erie. My family and I frequently visit for weekend getaways, and it’s long been one of our favorite destinations.

For my birthday this year, I decided to make the trip extra special by booking a balcony room at the Courtyard by Marriott—a feature I had never experienced before in Erie. I made the reservation back in March for a June stay, paying in advance and carefully planning our trip. I was genuinely excited and had everything mapped out, even beginning to pack.

Less than 24 hours before check-in, I received a lengthy email from a supervisor informing me that my reservation had been moved to a nearby property. No prior notice —just a last-minute change.

When I called the hotel for clarification, the only information I was given was that the property had been oversold.

Unfortunately, it certainly felt like my reservation was displaced in favor of another group, possibly a wedding party or similar event.

To make matters more confusing, about an hour later I received another automated email confirming my original reservation and saying they were “looking forward to my visit.”

This level of disorganization and miscommunication only added to the frustration.

Altogether, this was an incredibly disappointing experience. It’s very discouraging to be treated this way as a loyal guest who planned well in advance.

Since then, I’ve read other reviews and discovered that this is not an isolated incident—particularly when it comes to balcony or bay view rooms.

Sadly, this experience has completely soured my perception of the property, and I will not be returning. It’s hard to support a business that treats its guests this way.

Good luck and happy travels to others—I sincerely hope your experience is better than mine.

2026-06-12 • via Tripadvisor
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N Paul • family_with_children • us
1
Totally canceled
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Made our reservation months in advance. When we arrived for check-in, Marriott canceled our reservation because they had oversold to a large group. Their explanation was that it was their policy. Beware of booking with Marriott.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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87vette • Couples • Conyers, Georgia
8
Excellent location on lake
Pros:

Very nice, well conceived layout. Very pleasant staff, nice parking, clean. Rooms are well done and clean. The view is beautiful of the lake. Lakefront views from both the restaurant and bar. Very nice walking, jogging area along lake. Location, location, location.

2026-06-11 • via Tripadvisor
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holly • couple • us
9
Beautiful
Pros:

Beautiful location, we had a balcony room over the bay and it was gorgeous

Cons:

The mattresses weren’t terribly comfortable and the pillows were terrible! No structure to them. When you put your head down on TWO, you head was essentially on the mattress

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • us
1
Not worth the amount paid.
Pros:

The location is beautiful.

Cons:

The pools inside and outside were filthy, covered in midges, wet towels and trash everywhere in sight for the adult swim hour. No clean towels inside or out. We got kicked out a half hour early so the worker could clean.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Markel • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • us
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • couple • us
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee