To begin, I stayed at this hotel with some friends for two nights. We did not spend much time at the hotel except for sleeping so I cannot comment on things such as the food or pool. However, from our balcony the pool looked decent enough. The entrance to the hotel was very clean and kept up well. I can only assume that the lobby was newly renovated since the hallways and rooms did not have the same new and fresh look to them. The person at the front desk was polite and very accommodating (from handling our check in to requests for an extra roll out bed). This might be a good place for those people who don't like staying on the hectic strip. The monorail is conveniently located across the street so you don't have to take cabs back and forth to the strip. However, keep in mind that the monorail does not run 24-hours. The Hilton is located within walking distance from the Courtyard for those who want to do some gambling closer to the hotel (tables, slots, or sports betting). The Hilton also has a very good brunch buffet.

Our room at the Courtyard was pretty standard for this type/level of hotel. The rooms and hallways could definitely use some remodeling, but from what we saw nothing was in terrible condition. The bed was comfortable and the couch had a pull out. Plenty of space in the bathroom and on the balcony too. There are some reviews on here that complain that the Courtyard is not up to Marriott's standards. I think they forget that they are not staying at a JW Marriott Resort or a Renaissance Hotel. This is a Courtyard. The rates you pay reflect the type of amenities you get. I'm not saying that you shouldn't get/expect some respectable level of comfort, service, and aesthetics, but be realistic. In any case, you are in Vegas so you shouldn't be spending that much time in your room in the first place.