Santo Domingo / Courtyard Marriott?

[Ruffino1974]

Thanks for the info on this hotel. I am always trying to find one that just fits the bill. It would be very helpful if anyone who has stayed there recently could post the rates they paid and if they booked through the Marriot website or 800 number or with the hotel directly, either by telephone or having someone make the reservations in person for them. I usually find I can save a few pesos by having a friend book in person, and was wondering if this was the case at this hotel. Any other comments good or bad will help in making my decision, i'll be returning in a couple of weeks.

[Ruffino1974]

I booked the Marriott Courtyard for next week. After reading todays news I was wondering what the traffic was like in the area. I guess that I can assume, if all is status quo, "until at least Thursday" means the intersection will be closed six or seven months. A little help from anyone who passes the area would be greatly appreciated. I want to try the hotel, but maybe next month.
Thanks in advance

[NALs]

Marriott also owns all of the Renaissance Hotels. And if you have been to Santo Domingo before, you'll definitely know that there is a Renaissance along the Malecon, can't miss that flashy thing! Now, Courtyard is less upscale (in general) than the Renaissance, but I've heard about hookers plying their trade in the Casino and Launges of the Jaragua (the Renaissance in STo.Dgo.). I guess the same would apply towards the courtyard, but then again, different management could have different rules.