Location. Located in downtown Austin, Texas, the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Convention Center is located across the street from the Austin Convention Center and one- quarter mile from Sixth Street entertainment and nightlife. Within one mile of the hotel are the Texas State Capitol, Texas Governor's Mansion and Lake Austin.
Hotel Features. The hotel features three dining options - Champions Bar and Grill, a Starbucks Coffee Shop and a 24-hour grocery market. This Courtyard is connected to the neighboring Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown Convention Center Austin, sharing 6,600 square feet of contemporary meeting space between the two properties. The on-site business center provides photocopy and fax services for a fee. Newspapers and coffee are complimentary in the lobby. Recreational amenities at the smoke-free property include an indoor pool and a fitness center with cardiovascular equipment. The hotel also provides complimentary passes to a nearby fitness center.

Guestrooms. The 270 guestrooms at the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Convention Center offer beds with 300-thread count linens,mattress toppers and down duvets. Cable television offers premium channels and wireless Internet access is complimentary in each room. Coffeemakers are standard amenities.

Expert Tip. Not only does this Marriott hotel offer nine function spaces, but it is located directly across the street from the Austin Convention Center. Each stay also qualifies for a chance to win a trip to New York City to meet football commentator James Brown at a taping of his show:

Grand Prize: Trip for 2 to New York City to meet football commentator James Brown at a taping of his show, plus round-trip airfare and a 2-night stay at Courtyard by Marriott

1st Prize: 50-inch flat-screen TV

2nd Prize: Courtyard by Marriott gift card

Offer valid for weekend stays October 2, 2009 - December 13, 2009 at participating Courtyard by Marriott hotels in the USA and Canada. Stays must be booked September 29 - November 22, 2009. Only one Voucher per room per stay provided at check-in. Gift card claim codes do not expire and are subject to the terms and conditions described on the websites of the respective providers. Gift code distributed in US dollars. A limited number of rooms are available and black- out dates or other restrictions may apply. A stay is defined as consecutive nights spent at the same hotels, regardless of check-in/check-out activity. Must be a registered guest to receive offer. Offer not available for groups of 10 or more. Limited quantities available while supplies last. No rain checks or substitutions will be issued. Void where prohibited. Promotion ends December 13, 2009. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THE COURTYARD GAMEDAY GIVEAWAY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES (D. C. AND CANADA 18 YEARS AND OLDER. VOID IN QUEBEC AND WHERE PROHIBITED. Sweepstakes ends December 13, 2009. Winners will be notified by e-mail. If Canadian resident, mathematical skill-testing question to be correctly answered in order to win. 3 Sweepstakes prizes (approximate retail values from $2,500 USD to $500) available to be won. Sponsor: Marriott International, Inc. 10400 Fernwood Road, Bethesda, MD, 20817, USA. .