The 137-guestroom Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville Butler Boulevard has completed a $5 million renovation. The upgrades gave the property’s exterior design a new wood cladding, designer lighting and residential-style landscaping.
Inside, all guestrooms, public spaces, meeting facilities and guest amenities, including the fitness center, outdoor pool area and The Bistro, have been completely updated. The guestrooms got new sofa beds, desks and a contemporary navy and gold abstract wall design. Each bathroom now includes either a walk-in shower or a shower/tub combo with slate tile, and TVs are upgraded to a 55-inch wall-mount unit with access to Netflix, Hulu and YouTube. The expanded fitness center got new weights, workout equipment and a hydration station. The pool area has new patio furniture and umbrellas and an outdoor patio fire pit. The lobby got new furnishings and finishes and a new look to The Bistro, the fast casual restaurant. The hotel’s meeting space has been redesigned to accommodate groups of up to 30 attendees, including boardroom executive chairs and enhanced technology.
Jacksonville’s Center State Bank provided the renovation financing for the project.
“We are delighted to unveil this renovation at a time when we are beginning to see travelers return to vacationing and business here in Florida," said Gary Gustafson, the hotel's GM. “Of course, we are following all COVID guidelines for hygiene and social distancing, but we are at the start of a resurgence in travel in our area and it is truly a pleasure to welcome guests back in our brand-new hotel.”
The hotel is located in Jacksonville’s Southside business district and is close to the University of North Florida, Jacksonville University, the Mayo Clinic and Jacksonville’s beaches. Crestline Hotels & Resorts manages the hotel.