Experience Luxury: A Comprehensive Tour of The JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort

The JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort is a direct oceanfront resort that is located in the heart of Marco Island, Florida. Located directly of the sand just steps from the Gulf of Mexico, this family-friendly resort is a one of the original luxury hotels on Marco Island.

This 726-room property was originally constructed in 1971 and underwent a $300 million renovation & expansion in 2017 with the addition of an all new “Paradise by Sirene” Lanai Tower that features 94-rooms, an adults only lounge and rooftop pool, a 12,000 square foot family indoor entertainment area and 100,000 square feet of meeting space.

Additional property features include a private beach club with water sports activities, two large outdoor pools that overlook the Gulf of Mexico, a fully-equipped fitness center with strength training and cardiovascular equipment, organized activities, and the Spa by JW.

The resort is part of the Marriott Bonvoy rewards program where members can earn and use points during their stay. In addition, Marriott offers a “Best Rate Guarantee” when making a reservation using any “official” Marriott reservation channel.

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W Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort – Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hotel rates at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort?

otel rates at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort are seasonal and vary based on the time of year but typically range from around $400 per night to more than $1,000 per night. 

How close is the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort to the nearest Airport?

The JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort is located approximately an hour south of the Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers, Florida.

Is the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort located directly on the beach?

The JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort is located directly on the beach in Marco Island, Florida.

Is there a Resort Fee or Parking Charge when staying at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort?

Resort fees are $45.00 per night and self-parking costs $35.00 per night for guests staying at the hotel.

Is there a nice pool at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort?

The JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort features two large outdoor resort style pools along with a rooftop pool in the Paradise by Sirene adults only tower. 

What is the check-in and check-out time at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort?

The check in-time at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort is 4:00 PM and check out time is at 11:00 AM.

What is the pet policy at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort?

Outside of service animals, the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort is not a pet friendly hotel.

How many Marriott Bonvoy points is needed to stay for free night at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort?

During our most recent stay, the Endless Summer family used 161,000 points for a two-night stay at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort.  While this was more than 80,000 points per night, it was worth it based on the quality of the property.

About the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort

Originally opened for guests in 1971 and renovated / expanded in 2017, the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort is a massive full-service resort hotel that is located directly on the Gulf of Mexico in Marco Island, Florida.

Area attractions and things to do in the Marco Island / Naples area include:

• Tigertail Beach
• Ten Thousands Islands
• Local watersports (jet ski, kayak, fishing, etc)
• Cape Romano
• Marco Island Historical Museum
• Naples Botanical Gardens
• Tin City
• Naples Zoo
• Fifth Avenue (shopping, dining & entertainment)

The nearest major international airport is the Southwest Florida International Airport.  It will take about 60 minutes to get to the resort from the airport during non-peak times.

Amenities

The JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort is a resort that is perfect for those looking for a Florida “beach vacation”.  Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico on the west side of Marco Island, amenities are extensive and there is something for everyone at this property.

The main amenity is the beach which includes a large private beach.  Included with the resort fee is four (4) lounge chairs, a beach umbrellas and towel service but the resort also offers day beds and watersports rentals.  Watersports rentals include:

• Wave Runner rentals & 10,000 Islands Tour
• Banana Boat Towing & Parasailing
• Kayaks / Paddle Boards
• Eco Tours & Sailing / Shelling Excursions

In addition to the beach, there are two large outdoor resort pools at the  JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort, both are located just steps from the beach.

The Tiki Pool features a waterfall and a children’s water play area along with extensive patio seating. Quinn’s Outdoor Pool is more modern in style and features private cabana rentals. The Tiki Pool closes at 7:00 PM but Quinn’s Pool remains open until 10:00 PM.  Both pools are heated and feature whirlpool tubs.

There is also a adults only rooftop pool in the Paradise by Sirene tower that has a large amount of patio seating and amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico.

The hotel also features The Spa by JW.  This full service spa provides a number of different treatments including massages, facials, body scrubs, wellness classes and salon services.  There is also a private pool for the exclusive use of the spa guests.  The spa is open daily from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM and appointments are required. One of the very nice amenities that was added during the 2017 renovation is 10K Alley.  10K Alley is a family-friendly indoor entertainment venue that features a full service sports bar & restaurant, arcade games with prizes, Sports Simulator (golf, soccer, baseball, etc), six lanes of “Highway 66” style bowling and a six hole themed miniature golf course.

10K Alley is similar (but smaller) to a Dave & Busters so if you are traveling with children, definitely plan on spending some time here.

Additional amenities include:

• Fully equipped fitness center
• Access to two private championship golf courses (Hammock Bay Golf & Country Club and The Rookery at Marco Golf Course)
• On-site car rental Desk
• Boutique shops
• Kids club

Dining Options

From pool-side dining, a grab-and-go marketplace and fine dining restaurants, there are a number of options at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort.  The individual dining options at this hotel are as follows:

• Ario: This upscale restaurant serves American cuisine including seafood and steaks. Ario is open daily for dinner service.
• 10K Alley: Dine on burgers and light bites with your favorite craft beer in a family-friendly environment.  10K Alley is open daily for dinner service.
• Tesoro: Adults only dining alfresco in the Lanai Tower.  Open daily from 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
• Maia: Guests will enjoy a breakfast buffet with morning cocktails.
• Quinn’s on the Beach:  Located directly on the resort’s beach, guests can enjoy, burgers, sandwiches and cocktails just steps from the ocean. Quinn’s is open for lunch and dinner service.
• Korals Sushi & Cocktail Lobby Bar: Open daily for dinner, guests can grab a cocktail and a small plate while watching the sun set.
• 400 Pazzi’s: Open for lunch and dinner, guests will enjoy hand made pizzas, paninis and salads.
• Kane Tiki Bar & Grill:  Located just adjacent to the beach, guests can dine Polynesian style for both lunch and dinner.
• Cafe San Marco: Get your coffee at Cafe San Marco which also serves a variety of bagels, pastries and grab-and-go snacks. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Conferences and Events

From weddings and events to business conferences and meetings, the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort can accommodate gatherings of all sizes and types. With the 2017 expansion, the resort features 62 rooms with more than 140,000 square feet of meeting & event space. The largest space is the 30,000+ square foot ballroom which has a capacity of more than 3,000 guests.

In addition to the indoor event space, the hotel features a number of outdoor venues including the 14,100 square foot Sunset Terrace, 22,400 square feet at the Tiki Beach and 17,500 square feet at both Quinn’s Beach and Quinn’s Pool Beach.  

During our stay, there were two private meetings taking place where the attendees had several dining experiences right on the sand at Quinn’s Beach. The hotel also created a private beach seating area for the 400+ attendees with their own beach & water sports activities.

The Rooms and Nightly Hotel Rates

There are multiple room types offered at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort which are as follows:

• Guest Room: 1 King or 2 Queen Gulf Front View with Balcony
• Guest Room: 1 King or 2 Queen Pool & Gulf Front View with Balcony
• Guest Room: 1 King or 2 Queen Partial Pool & Gulf Front View with Balcony
• Guest Room: 1 King or 2 Queen Tropical View with Balcony
• Terrace Suite: 1 King with Gulf Front View with Balcony
• Lanai Suite: 1 King or 2 Queen Pool & Gulf Front View
• Sirene: 1 King or 2 Queen Gulf Front View with Balcony (age 21+)
• Sirene: 1 King Corner Gulf Front View with Balcony (age 21+)
• Presidential Suites 1,800 square foot Bali Suite
• Presidential Suite: 3,000 square foot Fiji Suite

Lanai beachside suites are located in the Lanai Tower.  Guests just walk out of their patios and take a few steps before hitting the sand & warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

All rooms have flat panel televisions with cable television, mini-refrigerators, Wi-Fi, a work desk with chair, alarm clock, hair dryer, in room safe and an iron/ironing board.   Most rooms have private patios with pool, garden and Gulf of Mexico views.

Hotel Rates

Like most resorts in the South Florida, rates at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort are highly seasonal and we have found that rates and availability do vary quite considerably throughout the year.  Rates typically range from around $400 per night to more than $1,000 per night. 

The JW Marriott Marco Island Beach has a resort fee of $45.00 per night resort fee which includes:

• High-speed internet
• Four beach chairs and a beach umbrella
• Spa fitness classes
• Access to golf practice facilities (range balls, clubs and water)
• Local and long distance telephone calls.

What We Liked about the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort:

• Direct beach front resort
• Amazing Gulf of Mexico views
• Extensive amenities
• Numerous dining options

What We Didn’t Like about the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort:

• Very pricey hotel
• Expensive resort fee $45.00 per night and self-parking fee of $35.00 per night

What We Think the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort is perfect for:

• Florida beach vacations
• Local staycations and weekend getaways
• Conferences and events

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