allset2travel

I had a less than good experience at this property last time, decided to give them one more chance (fact was, my wife had a convention here and wanted to stay nearby) by staying here Friday and Saturday nights. Besides, I had an EEO voucher to burn, which would expire on Aug 28.
Check in (Elite line) was efficient and quick. As Plat, I was offered standard gift; room upgrade to C floor, but decided to take one on 33rd fl with view of twin peak. Good decision. Comp beakfast vouchers were offered and accepted. Breakfast here was really great. It had wide selection of fresh fruits, cereals, pastries, smoked salmon, hot food and make-to-order omlette. As many know already, club lounge was closed on weekends.
Bedroom was large with king bed. Everything else looked pretty standard Marriott stuff. I think the rooms are due for renovation at this property.
To get online, I opted to go to Borders at Union Square where you have a selction of many WiFi networks, all free. Bought a couple of books about travel to Germany at this same time.
One dinner at Sear's Fine Food. Food was super as always; service was a bit on the hectic side. Other dinner at Sanrako Sushi, great too!
After this trip, we would return to this Marriotot Mascone.

sfpaul900

Okay, here is a wierd pet peeve about the JW. The wall above the bathtub is mirrored. The bathtub is opposite the commode. When sitting on the throne, you look right at the mirror above the tub. I guarantee you, even Brad Pitt doesn't look good sitting there facing the mirror, and first thing in the morning, and I sure don't.

MFLetou

I wasn't particularly impressed with the JW. Location was good. But, the property overall does seem a little tired...not bad, certainly, but nothing special. Not particularly luxurious. Bed was very uncomfortable. I liked the bathroom, plenty of space, but the rest of the room was ho-hum. Decent size. No view to speak of.

Valet service was horrible. Took forever getting car and kept losing the tags.

ALARISstl

Agreed, average at best !

Then again, no SFO property really stands out!

4getofn

Stayed at the JW over the Labor Day Weekend. Generally nice but nothing real special. Stayed on the 19th floor (the view was great - looking southwest). When I checked in and asked if there were any upgrades available the registration person said "yes, I have a nice upgraded corner room for you". Come to find out, yes it was an upgrade from a standard room to the next level (I think called executive or deluxe), but in reality the upgrade was really to a room the size of a "standard" Courtyard Marriott - By the way, it was "towards" the corner but not the corner room (no big deal). What I do find interesting is the concept of "Plat Upgrades", with 140 nights so far this year and staying at a property that is well less than half full, whats wrong with giving me a "real nice room". Are they saving on the wear of the finer rooms !! Well, going on, the staff was polite, the property was clean, the location was great and overall I would give the property a soild B+/A-

MFLetou

I should have pushed the view issue I suppose since I specifically had asked for one. I didn't because we arrived at 1:30 am and my wife just wanted to sleep---and once we were settled in, its a hassle to move. We too got the "upgrade" to a "deluxe" room---it wasn't small, but not especially large either. About what you'd expect.

Of course, I was staying on a $130 government rate, so I can't really complain.

sandyweb33

We are staying at the JW for Thanksgiving--2 nights. I've read this entire thread and wonder if more people have now stayed there and if there are more recommendations on what to ask for. I am just Silver Elite, but am wondering if we can get a corner room? Higher floor?

Fly AA J all the way

On a trip to SF next weekend, I was forced to abandon my beloved Starwoods, as I couldn't find good rooms at my corp. rate (my rate was sold out all over). However, I found the Parc 55 for $145 at my rate (which I didn't even know we had at Marriott until I did some research). 1) Is this a nice hotel? 2) Is that a decent price for it?

sandyweb33

Parc 55 is a very nice business hotel (ask for a corner room). Your price is excellent--the lowest I've been able to get is $152 (AAA) rate. Parking is pricey around $48, I think or you can park at Union Square Parking for about half. It's right in Union Square close to all transportation if you didn't bring a car.

keeton

For that price, if you don't have elite status with Marriott, you probably won't get a view room - which is a shame because the views from the upper floors are absolutely jaw-dropping. Woundn't hurt to ask when you check in, though!

My attraction to the property is not the rooms - which are OK - but the location, because it is convenient to just about anywhere in the city without a car. Just remember to go out the _front_ entrance to the Union Square side. The rear entrance will put you in the Tenderloin area, which is a skid row.

You can do a search in this forum for "Parc 55" for lots of other comments (including some of mine )

LPCJr

My wife and I stayed here last month and really enjoyed this property. Granted, we had a corner room with a view of the bay. But, overall, it's a solid property with a good staff. At that price, I think you have an excellent choice.

hangpilot

Yes, great price. Less than I've paid for well negotiated conference rates before. Regardless of view, you're getting a nicely sized room for SF - larger than most others I've stayed in. I'd definitely stay at the Parc 55 again, for that, and the less touristy, "business" feel to the hotel as a previous poster mentioned.

Good score!

VA1379

I am going to be at the JW Marriott for 3 nights starting Sunday night. I got upgraded to an executive city view room, which seems to be the nicest room available outside of a suite.

stratofortress

Anyone been back to the JW lately? I was told they would renovate fall '06, but I haven't been back since. Have the renovations occurred?

Thanks!

ZakkW

Is a really nice hotel with a great lounge. You can get a great weekend room rate that includes full breakfast downstairs, self parking and Internet access.

One of my favorite Marriott hotels...

ZakkW