The Edit: Courtyard by Marriott La Paz, formerly Hyatt Place La Paz, is a budget friendly family hotel on the Costa Baja Marina waterway in La Paz, Baja California Sur, where we stayed 5 to 7 times. Built in 2014, it offers 1 bedroom king suites with a sofa sleeper and big balconies, and standard rooms with 2 queen beds; the double queen with sofa sleeper fits 4 adults and 2 small kids. The small pool has food and drink service, and the on site restaurant serves a generous breakfast spread, then pizza, burgers, tortilla soup and tacos. There is no direct beach access and no shuttle, but taxis wait outside, the hotel allows pets, and Majagua and Odayaka Sushi Bar are a short golf cart path away at Costa Baja. Visit in winter for whale shark season or spring for milder weather; August and September are the slow, hurricane season.

Courtyard by Marriott La Paz: At a Glance

Detail	Our take
Formerly	Hyatt Place La Paz, same building
Location	Overlooking the Costa Baja Marina waterway
Rooms	1 bedroom king suites with sofa sleeper, 2 queen rooms
Fits	4 adults and 2 small kids in the double queen with sofa sleeper
Pool	Small, with food and drink service
Breakfast	Fruit, yogurt, cereal, hot items, unlimited coffee and tea
Beach	No direct access; Puerta Cortes beach and Playa Balandra nearby
Shuttle	None, but taxis wait at the hotel
Pets	Pet friendly
Best time	Winter for whale sharks, spring for milder weather

Update: this property changed flags after our stays and is now the Courtyard by Marriott La Paz. Same building, same beachfront spot on the malecón, so everything below still applies. Links go to the current Marriott listing.

During our time in La Paz Mexico, we stayed at the Courtyard more than a few times. We’ve tried many of the different amenities and room types in the hotel, as well as found some fun things to do in and around the hotel!

Things to see at Courtyard by Marriott La Paz

The Courtyard is a newer property established in 2014. It boasts immaculate maintenance and a fresh appearance. Serving as a reliable hub for our logistical needs, we’ve returned to this convenient location approximately 5 to 7 times, particularly to facilitate our travel needs.

Room Type Selection 

At Courtyard, the accommodations cater to both immediate and extended family members. You and your family can choose from spacious 1-bedroom king suites with a sofa sleeper or standard rooms featuring 2 queen beds.

Our family particularly enjoys the king suite with a balcony, offering a large outdoor space complete with chairs, a table for games or breakfast, and some plush loungers for sunbathing. Or just hanging out in the sunshine!

For those opting for the queen suite, it has a slightly smaller balcony that still provides a picturesque view of the pool, bay waters, and stunning sunsets over the marina.

Courtyard by Marriott La Paz Reviews and Amenity Specifications  

Free Wi-Fi Speed

(3.5 out of 5 stars) for the free WiFi, it does seem to get slower as the hotel gets more crowded and as more people arrive. The WiFi speed also seems to go back up and get quicker around check-out time.

Early Check-in & Baggage Holding Available

We have not used this service any time we stayed at this hotel because we had our own vehicle and our boat in the Costa Baja marina.

Wall Sockets for Charging

Mexico uses the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) NEMA 5-15 grounded (Type B) plug. It has the standard 3-prong plug like in the USA. If you and your family are traveling from the USA you will NOT need an adapter, but all other countries that are from Europe or Asia will likely need adapters.

Bed, Sheets, and Furniture Comfort Level

(4 out of 5 stars) This hotel provides a great night’s sleep. The sheets and pillows match the comfort and quality level of the mattress. The pull-out sofa bed they have isn’t too bad either, but we recommend asking for multiple extra blankets as the ones they provide are very thin.

The pool

The pool in the Courtyard is pretty small, but still a good spot to hang out with your family. You can also order food and drinks at the pool.

Water Pressure & Water Temp

(3.5 out of 5 stars) They could make the warm water slightly hotter. The water temperature is ideal, ensuring that young children won’t get burned if they accidentally turn the knobs too far. It’s set at a safe level and can’t be turned past it.

Shuttle Service

The Courtyard does not have a shuttle service. However, taxis do hang out and around at the hotel for quick easy service. Occasionally, it can be challenging to find Uber or In Drive pickups in the area.

Customer Service

(3.5 out of 5 stars) I rated it a bit low because the staff seemed a bit laid-back on certain matters. There was an incident where the person delivering food to our room was rude to our family. However, since that individual left, we haven’t encountered any further issues, so my rating has improved. 

Bell & Maid service

(3.75 out of 5 stars) Housekeeping has left a hair or two in the bed, we get it, it happens. They did put sheets on a bed that had a stain. Despite these minor issues, all the staff we interacted with were cheerful and helpful in resolving the minor issues we had. 

Customer Complaint Resolution Experience

(5 out of 5 stars) After reaching out to the manager of Courtyard La Paz, our concerns were promptly addressed and handled with a lot of professionalism. He validated our claims and efficiently resolved the issues our family faced, ensuring we were well taken care of as guests.

Where to eat at Courtyard by Marriott La Paz

The on-site restaurant offers a generous breakfast spread with fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal, and rotating hot items like potatoes, eggs, and meat. Guests can also enjoy unlimited coffee and tea with this breakfast. The seating area downstairs can get very packed very fast, so we recommend opting for an early breakfast rather than a later one.

The restaurant in the afternoon serves up pizza, burgers, tortilla soup, and of course tacos. The restaurant can deliver to the pool or the room to match your expected dining experience. Of course, this food can be ordered during lunch and dinner hours. Downstairs they also have a glass case of cold drinks and deserts you can buy from.

Nearby Dining Options

Costa Baja Resort

This resort has a wide variety of gastronomy for you to choose from for whatever kind of food you and your family are in the mood for!

If you’re looking for a more extensive guide on where to eat and what you can do in Costa Baja with your family, check out this blog post!

Majagua Restaurant

Our top pick is Majagua, known for its skillfully crafted Mexican comfort dishes made with locally sourced ingredients from the Baja region.

For a more in-depth review click this link here!

Odayaka Sushi Bar

This is our go-to dinner spot nearby, coming in as our second favorite. They offer a delightful selection of drinks, appetizers, and sushi rolls that never disappoint. However, the staff can be a little inattentive.

To reach the resort, simply take the dirt golf cart path east from the lobby hotel, passing the parking lot. However, in the summer, watch out for scorpions and snakes along the path at night, especially if you’re with your kids.

If you’d like to read more on Odayaka check out this restaurant review!

La Paz Restaurants

In the La Paz Malecon area and throughout the city, you’ll find numerous dining options. Our favorite spots are along the Malecon, offering stunning sunset views.

The Best Time to Visit & Things to Know About Visiting Courtyard by Marriott La Paz 

For the optimal experience, we recommend planning your visit to La Paz during the winter for whale shark season or spring for milder temperatures. By the end of spring, mornings are cool and afternoons are warm, which is the ideal weather for sport fishing.

The slow season in La Paz occurs around August and September when hurricanes and the rainy season begin.

Frequently Asked Questions on visiting Courtyard by Marriott La Paz

Final Notes

Courtyard is a great, relaxing spot to stay in La Paz, and near many activities for you and your family!

Planning a trip for your family can definitely be hard to do! Especially when you are not familiar with the area. We’ve adventure around La Paz a lot and have a lot of things for your family to check out, from swimming with whale sharks to checking out pearl farms, there is so much to do and so many memories to make! Check out this Guide on La Paz and start planning your adventure!