Marriott International has opened JW Marriott Auckland, marking the first JW Marriott hotel in New Zealand. The hotel is located in downtown Auckland. It is part of a large multi-million-dollar redevelopment project. The design reflects New Zealand’s cultural heritage and JW Marriott’s focus on holistic well-being.
The architecture firm O37 from Singapore led the hotel’s design. The design draws inspiration from New Zealand’s natural landscapes and changing seasons. A standout feature is the ‘Watersplash’ chandelier by Lasvit, which represents the country’s rivers and lakes. The interior uses a mix of textures and colors inspired by Auckland’s diverse environment.
JW Marriott Auckland has 271 guest rooms and 15 suites. These include the 133-square-meter Presidential Suite with panoramic city views, and two-bedroom Governor Suites with full kitchens. The rooms feature asymmetrical design elements and original artwork from the 19th-century Hulton archive showing Auckland Harbour. They also offer wellness amenities such as Technogym equipment, yoga mats, healthy minibar options, and eco-friendly bath products.
At the heart of the hotel is a 220-square-meter Wellness Center. It includes a heated indoor pool with views of the harbor, a cold plunge pool, dry sauna, steam chamber, and a modern fitness center. Guests can work with a dedicated Wellness Concierge before and during their stay to create personalized wellness experiences. The hotel plans to introduce sound healing and other holistic therapies in early 2026.
The hotel also has two food and beverage venues. Forum, the lobby bar, serves local artisan coffee by day and transforms into a cocktail bar in the evening. The drinks are inspired by the Waitakere Ranges. Trivet is the hotel’s signature restaurant. It offers a sharing-style menu that highlights Polynesian flavors and local New Zealand produce. A modern teppan house restaurant is scheduled to open in September 2025.
Sustainability and a connection to nature are important to the hotel. A living moss wall is featured in the foyer. The rooftop JW Garden has herb beds and rescue bee hives. These provide fresh ingredients for the hotel’s restaurants and bars.
Located in Auckland’s central business district, the hotel offers six flexible meeting and event spaces. The pillarless JW Ballroom can host up to 220 guests. It features advanced audiovisual technology and enhanced acoustics. The spaces are suitable for both large events and smaller gatherings.
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