Fremont Marriott Silicon Valley, CA [Master Thread]
#1
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Fremont Marriott Silicon Valley, CA [Master Thread]
Howdy FTers,
Tonight is my 73rd night as a MR trecker this year. I plan to make plat next week in Orlando (sucks).
Anyway, I'm spending tonight at the Marriott Fremont Silcion Valley. Its about at 15 minute drive north of SJC. I stay at the Marriott in dowtown San Jose all the time. I thought I'd change it up this time and stay at the Fremont property. Let me start by saying the staff has all been friendly and professional, and the hotel is a nice propety. Do not waste your time here. The hotel stands alone in the middle of an open field. There are no shops, restaurants or anything. There is a hotel bar/restaurant, but when I left at 8:45 tonight I was the only person left.
At about 10:30 I thought I'd venture up to the executive lounge to grab a coke/water. Nope! It closes at 10:00 But a guest did tell me that I could buy a coke in the "gift shop" by the front desk... Thanks!
My room is respectably modern, but nothing that would impress me.
To summarize... Perhaps I'm spoiled by nicer properties, but this one did disappoint. While the facilites were nice, it offered nothing more than a Marriott property in an unforgivable location. If you're in the area, please stay downtown in San Jose. Unless your ideal night consists of watching QVC and eating fried food, the Marriott Fremont offers nothing to the intrepid traveler.
See you down the road~~~ Jerry
Tonight is my 73rd night as a MR trecker this year. I plan to make plat next week in Orlando (sucks).
Anyway, I'm spending tonight at the Marriott Fremont Silcion Valley. Its about at 15 minute drive north of SJC. I stay at the Marriott in dowtown San Jose all the time. I thought I'd change it up this time and stay at the Fremont property. Let me start by saying the staff has all been friendly and professional, and the hotel is a nice propety. Do not waste your time here. The hotel stands alone in the middle of an open field. There are no shops, restaurants or anything. There is a hotel bar/restaurant, but when I left at 8:45 tonight I was the only person left.
At about 10:30 I thought I'd venture up to the executive lounge to grab a coke/water. Nope! It closes at 10:00 But a guest did tell me that I could buy a coke in the "gift shop" by the front desk... Thanks!
My room is respectably modern, but nothing that would impress me.
To summarize... Perhaps I'm spoiled by nicer properties, but this one did disappoint. While the facilites were nice, it offered nothing more than a Marriott property in an unforgivable location. If you're in the area, please stay downtown in San Jose. Unless your ideal night consists of watching QVC and eating fried food, the Marriott Fremont offers nothing to the intrepid traveler.
See you down the road~~~ Jerry
#2
Join Date: Jan 2000
Posts: 3,011
Howdy FTers,
Tonight is my 73rd night as a MR trecker this year. I plan to make plat next week in Orlando (sucks).
Anyway, I'm spending tonight at the Marriott Fremont Silcion Valley. Its about at 15 minute drive north of SJC. I stay at the Marriott in dowtown San Jose all the time. I thought I'd change it up this time and stay at the Fremont property. Let me start by saying the staff has all been friendly and professional, and the hotel is a nice propety. Do not waste your time here. The hotel stands alone in the middle of an open field. There are no shops, restaurants or anything. There is a hotel bar/restaurant, but when I left at 8:45 tonight I was the only person left.
At about 10:30 I thought I'd venture up to the executive lounge to grab a coke/water. Nope! It closes at 10:00 But a guest did tell me that I could buy a coke in the "gift shop" by the front desk... Thanks!
My room is respectably modern, but nothing that would impress me.
To summarize... Perhaps I'm spoiled by nicer properties, but this one did disappoint. While the facilites were nice, it offered nothing more than a Marriott property in an unforgivable location. If you're in the area, please stay downtown in San Jose. Unless your ideal night consists of watching QVC and eating fried food, the Marriott Fremont offers nothing to the intrepid traveler.
See you down the road~~~ Jerry
Tonight is my 73rd night as a MR trecker this year. I plan to make plat next week in Orlando (sucks).
Anyway, I'm spending tonight at the Marriott Fremont Silcion Valley. Its about at 15 minute drive north of SJC. I stay at the Marriott in dowtown San Jose all the time. I thought I'd change it up this time and stay at the Fremont property. Let me start by saying the staff has all been friendly and professional, and the hotel is a nice propety. Do not waste your time here. The hotel stands alone in the middle of an open field. There are no shops, restaurants or anything. There is a hotel bar/restaurant, but when I left at 8:45 tonight I was the only person left.
At about 10:30 I thought I'd venture up to the executive lounge to grab a coke/water. Nope! It closes at 10:00 But a guest did tell me that I could buy a coke in the "gift shop" by the front desk... Thanks!
My room is respectably modern, but nothing that would impress me.
To summarize... Perhaps I'm spoiled by nicer properties, but this one did disappoint. While the facilites were nice, it offered nothing more than a Marriott property in an unforgivable location. If you're in the area, please stay downtown in San Jose. Unless your ideal night consists of watching QVC and eating fried food, the Marriott Fremont offers nothing to the intrepid traveler.
See you down the road~~~ Jerry
#4
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Fremont, California is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States. If hanging out at Indian, Chinese, Vietnamese markets and restaurants sounds like a different kind of experience to you, then Fremont is unbeatable for world entertainment in the Silicon Valley.
Seriously, I love Fremont. Super cheap weekend hotel rates and lots of culture.
Seriously, I love Fremont. Super cheap weekend hotel rates and lots of culture.
#5
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: SAN
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I stayed there last year for a few days, and it was a nice property. Like the OP said, there's nothing in the immediate vicinity for eating. But as others have commented, just go one or two exits up the freeway and there's a plethora of eating options. I would stay there again!
#6
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I do not really consider this an acceptable place to eat, but there used to be a McDonald's a block from the hotel. Is this no longer the case? I've spent many a nights here when doing business with Magnussen Lexus of Fremont.
#8
Join Date: Apr 2007
Programs: YX Chocolate Chip Cookie
Posts: 15
Fremont Marriott is GREAT
I used to stay at the Fremont Marriott about 1wk/month when I was working for an east bay company. The staff was in the top 10% of all the Marriotts I stayed at. Rooms were very reasonable. Dining choices were unbeatable - any cuisine within about 10 minutes, cheap to luxe. Free parking. A real bonus was the great bike paths in the area.
Don't know what you expect, but I'd go back there if I needed to work in the 880 area again.
Don't know what you expect, but I'd go back there if I needed to work in the 880 area again.
#9
Join Date: Sep 2001
Programs: AA, ExPlat, DL Sil, UAL Sil, Hilt Dia, Marr Plat
Posts: 168
Stayed there a few years ago on 2 consecutive trips a month apart. On both occasions, did not fulfill the Plat guar and got $100 each time, for nights that were << $100. Parking was tight when one gets there late. Overall, not impressed. Maybe it is better now.
#10
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: CLT
Programs: AA-EXP, MR-PP
Posts: 3,440
I am doing my second stay in two weeks at Fremont Marriott and I love it.
Staff is top notch.
Little things I've noticed:
1. Platinum Elite reserved parking upfront.
2. Towels rolled and put at every gym station/bike...
3. 4square and Facebook specials!
4. Printed info about jogging trails at the gym and front desk
5. Turndown service is still in effect
6. Mouth wash in my room
7. Plenty of dinning options just next exit.
Bigger things:
1. Plats have option for breakfast (CL or downstairs) which I find fantastic!
2. Very reasonable rates.
3. Staff is fantastic and service with a smile!
4. GM seems to empower staff to take care of the guests.
Overall despite 40min commute I stayed here instead of a property closer to SFO for the second time. I somewhat liked this property being "in the middle of nowhere" yet close to everything.
I will be back when in the area. A nice little gem.
Staff is top notch.
Little things I've noticed:
1. Platinum Elite reserved parking upfront.
2. Towels rolled and put at every gym station/bike...
3. 4square and Facebook specials!
4. Printed info about jogging trails at the gym and front desk
5. Turndown service is still in effect
6. Mouth wash in my room
7. Plenty of dinning options just next exit.
Bigger things:
1. Plats have option for breakfast (CL or downstairs) which I find fantastic!
2. Very reasonable rates.
3. Staff is fantastic and service with a smile!
4. GM seems to empower staff to take care of the guests.
Overall despite 40min commute I stayed here instead of a property closer to SFO for the second time. I somewhat liked this property being "in the middle of nowhere" yet close to everything.
I will be back when in the area. A nice little gem.
#11
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I am doing my second stay in two weeks at Fremont Marriott and I love it.
Staff is top notch.
Little things I've noticed:
1. Platinum Elite reserved parking upfront.
2. Towels rolled and put at every gym station/bike...
3. 4square and Facebook specials!
4. Printed info about jogging trails at the gym and front desk
5. Turndown service is still in effect
6. Mouth wash in my room
7. Plenty of dinning options just next exit.
Bigger things:
1. Plats have option for breakfast (CL or downstairs) which I find fantastic!
2. Very reasonable rates.
3. Staff is fantastic and service with a smile!
4. GM seems to empower staff to take care of the guests.
Overall despite 40min commute I stayed here instead of a property closer to SFO for the second time. I somewhat liked this property being "in the middle of nowhere" yet close to everything.
I will be back when in the area. A nice little gem.
Staff is top notch.
Little things I've noticed:
1. Platinum Elite reserved parking upfront.
2. Towels rolled and put at every gym station/bike...
3. 4square and Facebook specials!
4. Printed info about jogging trails at the gym and front desk
5. Turndown service is still in effect
6. Mouth wash in my room
7. Plenty of dinning options just next exit.
Bigger things:
1. Plats have option for breakfast (CL or downstairs) which I find fantastic!
2. Very reasonable rates.
3. Staff is fantastic and service with a smile!
4. GM seems to empower staff to take care of the guests.
Overall despite 40min commute I stayed here instead of a property closer to SFO for the second time. I somewhat liked this property being "in the middle of nowhere" yet close to everything.
I will be back when in the area. A nice little gem.
Re: the lounge. Is it open on weekends? If not, do they offer brekkie coupons? If not, is it key accessible for soft drinks? Is there free wifi or i-net terminal? If you don't know, can you ask next time you stay there and report back. Then I'll update the sticky.
Cheers.
#12
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: CLT
Programs: AA-EXP, MR-PP
Posts: 3,440
Sorry, I don't know about it. I can assume that while lounge is closed they would give brekkie coupons (considering Plats get coupon even when lounge is open).
Internet is free for Plats there are i-terminals in the lobby (free) and one in the lounge. I'll email GM and ask, it doesn't hurt and I'll report. I don't know when I will be back to this property as with new job I am back to staying a couple of nights and moving to another location.
Internet is free for Plats there are i-terminals in the lobby (free) and one in the lounge. I'll email GM and ask, it doesn't hurt and I'll report. I don't know when I will be back to this property as with new job I am back to staying a couple of nights and moving to another location.
#13
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: BOS
Programs: AA EXP
Posts: 7,710
I almost stayed at this hotel, but in the end I decided the Newark CY and RI and the Fremont RI are in much better locations with regard to food and shopping respectively. If you're in the area and want to take a walk/jog I'd definitely recommend going out on one of the sloughs and getting a more complete understanding of where sea salt comes from.
#14
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: CLT
Programs: AA-EXP, MR-PP
Posts: 3,440
In fact I did do the run (5 miles) at the Fremont Marriott and loved the trail there.
I prefer FS as I get more points and better service than RI an I boycott CYs unless I have no other option
I'll haven't emailed GM yet but will try to do it today.
I prefer FS as I get more points and better service than RI an I boycott CYs unless I have no other option
I'll haven't emailed GM yet but will try to do it today.
#15
Join Date: Feb 2005
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Titanium (former PP), Hilton Silver, UA Silver, AS Member, Hertz 5*
Posts: 3,906
I stayed at this property during the end of the last EEO period in 2011 (late August). They give coupons on the weekend to pp/platinum/gold members, and the coupons include tip. I think the CL thread notes that they do it, but I wanted to add the info that this property also covers the tip for breakfast as well.
I did not know that platinum members could eat breakfast in the restaurant when the lounge is open. That is a nice option if you have extra time for breakfast. The lounge offerings in general are above average for a domestic Marriott, although the evening seems to always have tuna salad as one of the dishes (along with some hot stuff and the usual cheese, vegetables, crackers). In my experience, they put out better hot dishes during the week (Monday night versus Sunday night). Dessert seemed rather weak at this property, but they keep out the evening food past 7:30, so you will get something to eat if you check in late as long as you get there before they close it down at 10 pm.
I did not know that platinum members could eat breakfast in the restaurant when the lounge is open. That is a nice option if you have extra time for breakfast. The lounge offerings in general are above average for a domestic Marriott, although the evening seems to always have tuna salad as one of the dishes (along with some hot stuff and the usual cheese, vegetables, crackers). In my experience, they put out better hot dishes during the week (Monday night versus Sunday night). Dessert seemed rather weak at this property, but they keep out the evening food past 7:30, so you will get something to eat if you check in late as long as you get there before they close it down at 10 pm.