Originally Posted by
drowelf
We especially like being able to walk over to the main street for some Frites.
Fries, frikandel, bitterballen and the usual assortment of Dutch fried food is readily available in multiple locations very close to both hotels.
If you don't need a train from Centraal, I think it's a "coin-toss" as to which location is better. Marriott has Leidseplein and Museumplein closer. Renaissance has the Jordaan, The Nine Streets, Red Light. Truly a toss up. You also also likely to be in both areas. My personal preference for going to/from the airport is the #197 (airport express) bus or UberX. So, the Marriott would win with regard to the bus to/from the airport. If arriving by train from another city, the Renaissance is definitely more convenient in that regard (walking from Centraal).