Ideal for a family of five or six, the Courtyard offers stylish suites that features two queen beds in the bedroom, plus a sleeper sofa in the living room. The small kitchenette includes a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. Kids will love the large outdoor pool and hot tub in a beautifully landscaped courtyard. There’s also a covered outdoor patio with BBQ grills and tables. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi, fitness center, laundry service, and a 24-hour convenience market in the lobby. Breakfast isn’t free, but it’s available for a good price at the hotel’s onsite restaurant, The Bistro, which is also open for dinner.
One of the best things about the Courtyard Hotel is its riverside location in downtown Waco. Step outside the lobby, cross the street, and you are standing on the bank of the Brazos River. Check out the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Waco Peace Officer Memorial directly across from the hotel, then walk a short way to the century-old Waco Suspension Bridge that spans the river. Kids will want their photos taken at the larger than life bronze statues of longhorn cattle and cowboys that populate the riverside near the bridge. It’s the largest sculpture project of its kind in Texas. Downtown Waco is filled with shops, museums, and restaurants, all within walking distance of your hotel. Pay a visit to the Dr. Pepper Museum if you’re a fan of the bubbly soda that was invented right here in Waco. A few miles from downtown, discover the Cameron Park Zoo, the Waco Mammoth National Monument, and the nature paths at the Lake Waco Wetlands. With its perfect downtown location and kid-friendly amenities, Courtyard makes for a great place to stay during your family vacation to Waco.
