Courtyard Lax Sherman Oaks Marriott, Los AngelesCourtyard Lax Sherman Oaks Marriott in Los Angeles, United States has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 74 of 157 hotels we score in Los Angeles. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.8 before correction: Booking.com 2.6, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.0, Agoda 2.6. Rooms from about $300 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in the Sherman Oaks business district, this three-star Courtyard by Marriott offers 213 rooms and suites. The property sits near the Ventura and San Diego freeways, providing access to the San Fernando Valley and Hollywood Hills. It suits business travellers and tourists visiting Universal Studios or the Sherman Oaks Galleria Mall. Facilities include an outdoor heated swimming pool, a fitness centre, a sauna, and an on-site restaurant. The hotel operates with mandatory eco-rules and opt-in cleaning services. While the interior is modern, some guest rooms may feel dated. The hotel also features meeting spaces for up to 500 people and a business centre.What stands out

Heated outdoor swimming pool

Near major freeways

On-site dining and bar

Fitness centre and sauna

Watch out for

Some rooms feel dated

Inconsistent service reports

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