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JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Google (3391) 4.6
Tripadvisor (1248) 4.4
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Visitors frequently praise the hotel's convenient downtown location, modern and clean rooms, and helpful staff, with some enjoying the JW Club. However, common complaints include uncomfortable mattresses and pillows, poor lighting in rooms, and issues with billing errors and lack of status acknowledgment for elite members. One review also mentioned a serious safety concern.

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Address
235 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
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Phone
(616) 242-1500
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Website
www.marriott.com

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About this place JW Marriott Grand Rapids

JW Marriott Grand Rapids is a mainstream upscale hotel on Louis Street NW, on the Grand River downtown, listed as gay-friendly rather than as a gay venue. It is one of the city's larger full-service hotels, linked to the convention district and DeVos Place, and its 3,400-plus Google reviews average 4.6. Most of downtown is walkable from here, including the Gerald R. Ford Museum across the river and the restaurants of Monroe Center. Grand Rapids has a small LGBTQ+ bar scene, mostly a short drive or rideshare from downtown. Parking is valet or paid ramp.

Features

Gay-friendly (straight venue) Card payments accepted Reservation required Wheelchair accessible WiFi Year-round Pool Gym Gay-friendly (straight venue) Smoke-free Air conditioning

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3,391 reviews

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Lauren
Lauren Jun 2026
★★★★★

We had a wonderful stay at the JW Marriott. The room was beautiful, clean, and comfortable, and every staff member we encountered was friendly and professional. I especially want to recognize Lucas in valet. When my car unexpectedly wouldn’t start, he went above and beyond trying to help me get it jumped. Even though we weren’t able to get it running, Lucas was incredibly patient, kind, and willing to spend the time trying to help. His calm demeanor and genuine concern made a stressful situation much easier to handle, and I truly appreciated his efforts. Thank you, Lucas, and thank you to the entire JW Marriott team for providing such excellent service. I would gladly stay here again!

Jay Finesilver
Jay Finesilver Jun 2026
★★★☆☆

Just average stay, disappointing frankly. Lots of little things added up equal a less than great stay which is what I expected. I called to have my car brought up from valet for my early departure only to have the car there but no keys or valet in sight. The front desk looked at me like I was speaking another language but was no help. The even before, I had asked to buy a soda at the market only to be told they would open the market for me, but again, there was no one at the market to open it up. Again the front desk was helpless and slow to problem solve. The executive lounge was closed for a private event so the hotel used an alternate lounge for the night, except it was understaffed and unapologetically out of sodas. These hiccups start to add up no matter how nice the room is.

Brianna Rhoads
Brianna Rhoads Jun 2026
★★★★☆
Robin Runals
Robin Runals Jun 2026
★★☆☆☆

So sad, we have loved this place in the past. Attention to detail is lacking. First room had not been cleaned, next was good. Edges of carpet everywhere were filthy, soap scum in the tub, pen was out of ink, hot tub had been removed , steam rm and red lights were not hot, no breakfast or drinks in lounge any more. Platinum instead of gold required for entrance. Had to visit desk 3 times to get our keys to work. Food on buffet was Luke warm at 8 am, ice water was room temp. Windows in lounge were filthy on the inside. Expected so much more for a $639 room and $32. Breakfast.

Lady Abbo
Lady Abbo Jun 2026
★★★★★

This hotel is the top of the line in the Marriott chain and holds itself to those standards. The service and knowledge level if the staff is fitting with these expectations! No complaints about being short staffed or limits to service, valet, restaurant, housekeeping, etc! Thank you for another great stay. See yoy soon!!

K Rags
K Rags Jun 2026
★★★★★

Best experience I've ever had at a hotel! The staff responded quickly to both my urgent need and all the smaller requests I had during my stay. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled properly and that I was completely satisfied. The room was spacious, clean, and well-appointed, with excellent amenities. I especially enjoyed the steam room and pool. Every staff member I encountered was friendly, engaging, attentive, and genuinely hospitable. This hotel gave me a wonderful first impression of Grand Rapids and its residents. I highly recommend it and would gladly stay here again.

Kathy Coon
Kathy Coon Jun 2026
★★★★★

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Last updated on 29 October 2026

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