I wanted to take my family for a quick trip to Indy to visit the Children's Museum and the zoo and couldn't decide between the Courtyard and the Residence Inn. Both were in the same complex, but in the end I chose the Residence Inn.
The lobby & breakfast area were clean and nicely decorated. The pool was small, but was a perfect size for my two young children. It also had a brand new hot tub.
The room we had was a studio, so it has a queen bed and a pull out couch. It was more than enough room for the four of us. It had a small kitchen area with a breakfast bar. It had a very pretty view of the canal.
The hotel was located right on the canal, which is about 6-8 blocks from Monument Circle. It was a very scenic walk, especially with the leaves changing colors. The hotel was located a very short drive from the Children's Museum (10 minutes) and zoo (5 minutes).
The free breakfast was wonderful! They had the usual items like yogurt, bread/pastries, fruit, juice/coffee, but also had eggs, sausage, potatoes, waffles and oatmeal.
The Residence Inn and Courtyard share a parking lot, which charges $12 per night. You do get in & out privlidges, though.
We loved the hotel and would stay there again in a heartbeat!
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