$189 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jan 4, 2013 Check-out: Jan 6, 2013

JW Marriott Grand Rapids

4 stars
235 Louis Street NW, 235 Louis Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.5
out of 5
27 reviews
just one night

we arrived in mid afternoon with the intent of just seeing downtown grand rapids and we were not... See full review

  • ssb01
  • Feb 27, 2012
Above Every Expectation

This was a work trip and I expected that it would be just like any other. However, I was shocked by... See full review

  • One Night in Grand Rapids
  • Sep 16, 2011
Elegant downtown Grand Rapids retreat with spa

Right in the heart of downtown, the sleek, glittering tower of the JW Marriott Grand Rapids hotel offers a key setting for business, staging an event, or just spending a weekend away from home. Five floors have concierge lounges with complimentary, drinks and more. While close to many dining and entertainment options, guests enjoy fine dining at Six.One.Six and cocktails at the elegant Mixology bar. Reward a workout at the state-of-the-art fitness center with a full body treatment at Vasaio Spa or dip in the lap pool.

Highlights
  • Sleek 23-story high rise in downtown Grand Rapids
  • Contemporary dining and cocktail bar
  • 24-hour fitness center, plus jogging trail on-site
  • Indoor swimming pool
Rooms

Design fans appreciate the sleek, modern guest rooms at the JW Marriott Grand Rapids. Rooms feature a Steelcase Leap 2 chair, custom photography and luxurious bedding: down comforter, designer duvet and cotton-rich linens. Most rooms offer views of downtown Grand Rapids or the Grand River, and 37-inch plasma TVs are standard. Private bathrooms feature a duel-head shower and lush terry cloth bathrobes. The JW Jack Pack allows guests to hook up and recharge laptops, mobile phones and iPods. Wi-Fi Internet access is available (fees apply). Executive suites include complimentary beer, wine and hors d'oeuvres, 24-hour access to a top-floor executive lounge and more.

Features

JW Marriott Grand Rapids offers guests a comfortable, glamorous retreat in the heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Business guests take advantage of concierge floors, several meeting rooms (including a ballroom and boardrooms), 24-hour business center and helipad access.

Dining

While a location in downtown Grand Rapids opens up a wealth of dining options nearby, the on-site restaurant Six.One.Six serves contemporary American cuisine in a stylish, contemporary setting. A Starbucks store in the JW Marriott Grand Rapids lobby is open from breakfast through lunch. For late night drinks and decadent appetizers, visit the hotel's concierge lounge Mixology. 24-hour room service is available.

Recreation

Adjacent to the hotel lap pool is Vasaio Spa, which offers massages, aromatherapy, reflexology, body wraps, hot stone therapy and more. Reservations are requested. In-room treatments are available.

Transportation
  • Grand Rapids International Airport (10.9 mi/17.6 km)
Attractions
  • DeVos Performance Hall (1 block)
  • Grand Rapids Art Museum (0.3 mi/0.4 km)
  • Van Andel Arena (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
Business
  • 24-hour business center, Wi-Fi Internet access (fees apply)
  • 12 meeting rooms including boardrooms and ballroom

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Hotel Map

42.9658 -85.674
Area served
Grand Rapids
Nearby airports
Grand Rapids, (GRR), 13.00, MI, SE;
Area description
City Center, Location Type: City

Amenities

  • 24 hour front desk
  • 24 hour room service
  • Accessible facilities
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioned
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Barber shop
  • Barber/Beauty shop
  • Bath tub
  • Business center
  • Car rental desk
  • Children's activities
  • Coffee maker in room
  • Coffee shop
  • Concierge desk
  • Cordless phone
  • Cribs available
  • Drugstore
  • Elevators
  • Exercise gym
  • Express check in
  • Express checkout
  • FAX
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Florist
  • Free newspaper
  • Gift shop
  • Hairdryer in room
  • Health club
  • High-speed internet
  • Horseback riding
  • Ice machine
  • In room movies
  • Indoor pool
  • Iron
  • Ironing board
  • Jogging track
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry/Valet services
  • Lounge
  • Maid service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
  • Parking
  • Phone with speaker
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Safe
  • Safe deposit box
  • Scuba diving
  • Security
  • Smoke-free policy
  • Steam bath
  • Telephone
  • Television with cable
  • Temperature control
  • Tennis
  • Turndown service
  • TV
  • TV remote control
  • Valet parking
  • Video checkout
  • Wake-up service
  • Water skiing

Dining

Six.One.Six Restaurant
Highly inspired cuisine in a stylish, contemporary setting
Mixology
The JW's destination lounge

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (27)

Ratings and reviews for JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Overall score

4.5 / 5
27 out of 27
Amenities:
4.4
Room cleanliness:
4.9
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.7
Location:
4.9
Value:
4.1

96% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Really long last name.
Phoenix
Jul 5, 2012

Peaceful

The rooms were very quiet and was able to get a lot done for school while on vacation. The staff is amazing, I had a great time and plan on going back. thanks, Mr. V.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Reviewer score

5
ssb01
southeast michigan
Feb 27, 2012

just one night

we arrived in mid afternoon with the intent of just seeing downtown grand rapids and we were not let down. the hotel is right in the center of this very walkable city on the river. the views from the room were awesome. the room was very fancy and clean. the bathrooms were to die for. downtown was great. we ate within a block of the hotel at "the BOB" and it was very good, lively and relaxed. after dinner we went back to the room and found out the prices for liquor in the minibar were way too high but on the walk back from dinner we saw there was a liquor store right across the street from the hotel. that was a much better option. drinks in the room, beautiful night time views of the downtown, great beds and linens.... no coffee in the lobby in the morning - had to buy from their starbucks store was my only complaint ( i don't like starbucks)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

the Bob

Review of JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Reviewer score

4
2travelers
Business
Saginaw, MI, USA
Oct 26, 2011

Serious Check In Issue!

I have stayed at this hotel before, that is why I chose to stay again. It is beautiful, clean, modern, comfortable, and a good value. But check in didn't go so well...Upon checking in, they had my reservation, but gave me a King Room. On my Orbitz form it clearly stated that I had 4 guests. The clerk told me that it doesn't matter, because it wasn't specified that I wanted a room with 2 Queen beds! So apparently 4 adults are supposed to sleep in a King bed! I was furious, because she stared at me blankly and said there wasn't anything she could do!! After asking to speak to manager, magically there was a room available that just needed to be cleaned. After asking what she could do for us for our trouble, she took care of our parking bill. I'm uncomfortable about the way the Orbitz reservation was treated as if it were a less priority than if I had booked directly with them. Makes me uncertain about doing it in the future...or I guess I will call ahead and make sure they have it right before I plan on it!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Reviewer score

4
stager
Denver, CO, USA
Oct 3, 2011

Wonderful Bathtub

This is my favorite downtown grand rapids hotel. It is modern luxury in a great location. It has a fantastic shower and bathtub. I really like almost everything about this hotel, the only downsides I can think of are the cost and that they don't have an ipod dock.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Reviewer score

5
One Night in Grand Rapids
Business
Boston
Sep 16, 2011

Above Every Expectation

This was a work trip and I expected that it would be just like any other. However, I was shocked by how beautiful and confortable this hotel was and I was pleasantly surprised by the attentiveness and politeness of the staff. I felt like I was on vacation and not at work! Thank you!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Money-saving tip: In Hotel

Parking was free!!

Review of JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Reviewer score

5
GR guest
california
Aug 31, 2011

Best place to stay in GR

very nice hotel and incredibly nice and attentive staff. I would recommend it to others and will stay here again

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Sundance Grill for breakfast

Review of JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Reviewer score

5
Ritt
Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Aug 24, 2011

Very Romantic

The staff was very polite and helpful!The location and view from the hotel was incredible,well worth the money.:))

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Reviewer score

5
BarryM
New York City
Aug 15, 2011

Surprisingly great

We stayed in Grand Rapids for a wedding. I wasn't expecting such a quality hotel, with large, airy, comfortable rooms. The town is nice and the location was great. It has a pool, large lobby where you can hang out and drink coffee, friendly staff, everything you'd expect. The waterside bar has braziers so you can drink outside in comfort after dark. It's all very shiny and new. Oh and the $15 breakfast is actually a great deal considering the sheer variety of cooked food & pastries, with the omelette station - and it's all you can eat, all very tasty food too. There was a problem with the A/C making odd noises, but they actually sent someone up at midnight to reset it in our room.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Reviewer score

4
GR person
grand rapids, MI
Jun 5, 2011

very trendy

We rented the room to have a night out in Grand Rapids. It's a little pricey, but very nice, comfortable rooms. The only thing you need to be careful of is to make sure you don't book through a 3rd party if you have 4 people in your group. The hotel won't reserve 2 double beds even though your reservation is for 4 people. We were left with one king bed for a room with 4 people with no options for other sleeping arrangements.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Green Bay, WI
May 2, 2011

Excellent Stay!!

Very centrally located. Helpful and attentive staff. Sparkling clean!!!! Plan on staying there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Z's!!

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