Located in the vibrant heart of downtown Auckland, JW Marriott Auckland offers a luxurious urban retreat inviting guests to restore and renew, with thoughtful touches that reflect both local culture and the brand’s commitment to holistic well-being.
The hotel boasts 271 stylishly appointed guest rooms and 15 suites each inspired by the beauty of Auckland’s landscape, the colour palette in each suite subtly shifts, inspired by its natural surroundings.
JW Marriott Auckland offers a range of holistic and cutting-edge experiences that support mental and physical well-being. This serene sanctuary, designed to calm and rejuvenate, features a Wellness Centre spanning 220 square meters and includes a 14-meter-long heated indoor pool, a cold plunge pool, a dry-heat sauna, and a steam chamber. The state-of-the-art fitness centre, features innovative Technogym equipment, allowing guests to customise their workouts.
Trivet:
JW Marriott Auckland’s signature restaurant, Trivet, is designed with the multicultural essence of Aotearoa at the forefront. With Head Chef Wallace Mua at the helm, guests will experience a curated menu of the country’s finest produce. Inspired by the unique flavours and techniques of Polynesian cuisine around the world, its menu honours the heritage and vibrancy of the country’s dining scene with a sharing-style menu. In September, the hotel plans to launch a contemporary teppan house celebrating impressive Japanese-inspired dishes.
Kureta:
JW Marriott Auckland unveiled Kureta last December, offering an intimate and unconventional Tepan House experience that honours Japanese craftsmanship while drawing inspiration from New Zealand’s natural purity. With Chef de Cuisine Akihiro Nakamura at the helm, Kureta offers an authentic Japanese ‘Omakase’ and modern teppanyaki style to Kureta, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
A distinctive new addition to Auckland’s dining scene, Kureta’s menu offers epicurean delights from New Zealand’s southern oceans to the rich flavours of the volcanic lands with each dish paying homage to nature’s elegance, and fusing local ingredients with traditional Japanese techniques. With a capacity of up to 30 guests, Kureta is designed to accommodate both intimate diners and larger groups, with guests invited to a shared elemental table where each dish tells a story crafted with precision and passion.
Forum:
The hotel’s elegant lobby bar, Forum, offers barista-crafted coffee and small bites from local artisan bakehouse, Wild Wheat, available throughout the day. By night, Forum transforms into the perfect backdrop as a refined yet welcoming bar. Inspired by the natural beauty of the Waitakere Ranges, the cocktails at JW Marriott Auckland offer a unique taste of the landscape, with smoked woodchips infusing a distinct, earthy flavour that captures the essence of the surrounding mountains
Executive Lounge:
JW Marriott Executive Lounge invites guests to unwind in a setting of effortless elegance, away from the bustle of the city. For business travellers, the lounge offers a quiet, thoughtfully-designed workspace complemented by seamless food and beverage service. The environment strikes a balance between productivity and relaxation, ensuring corporate guests can focus, refresh, and recharge in an atmosphere of understated elegance.
During the day, guests can enjoy freshly brewed coffee, fine teas, and light refreshments. In the late afternoon from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, happy hour begins with free-flowing beverages and artisanal canapés inspired by local flavours.
Meeting & Events:
Located in Auckland’s central business district and just a short walk to the city’s major transport terminals and Commercial Bay shopping centre, JW Marriott Auckland presents an exceptional array of venues for events, conferences, and meetings. With six flexible function spaces, the hotel seamlessly accommodates both large-scale gatherings and more intimate meetings.
The JW Ballroom is the hotel’s largest meeting space, a pillarless ballroom perfect for a range of event layouts and divisible into thirds, featuring a 7-meter wide LED screen, complemented by two additional 4-meter wide high-definition screens. With the capacity to accommodate up to 220 guests in a banquet style, it is perfect for lavish dinners or large-scale events. The newly designed venues showcase enhanced soundproofing and acoustics, creating an environment tailored to boost productivity. JW Marriott Auckland’s meeting spaces are designed with built-in high-tech sound and lighting.
Weddings:
JW Marriott Auckland offers a diverse array of curated spaces providing the perfect location for weddings big and small. Each venue is designed with enhanced soundproofing and acoustics to ensure an intimate atmosphere.
JW Marriott Auckland offers a pre and post event spa package inspired by the transformative power of natural ingredients. To alleviate stress on the day of the wedding, JW Marriott Auckland offers breakfast in bed and an in-room facial. Beyond the special day, JW Marriott Auckland invites couples back into the hotel to celebrate their anniversary with a thoughtful dining experience recreating their favourite dishes from the day and a couples spa package.

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