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JW Marriott Houston Downtown is a modern luxury hotel wedding venue in Houston, Texas. Through ground-breaking design, highly crafted cuisine, and exceptional service, JW Marriott Houston Downtown brings new energy, ideas and unforgettable experiences for you and your guests to celebrate your wedding day. Our elegant event spaces and comprehensive wedding planning services ensure that your wedding celebration is perfect. The JW Marriott Houston Downtown features 16,000 square feet of flexible event space and nine unique event rooms to make your dream wedding come true. The opportunities are endless when planning your wedding at JW Marriott Houston Downtown.

Facilities and Capacity
JW Marriott Houston Downtown is the perfect venue to host not only your wedding ceremony and reception, but also a bridal shower, engagement party, rehearsal dinner, or other social event. With nine flexible event spaces, featuring beautiful galleries and elegant ballrooms, you are sure to find our sophisticated spaces can be customized to your exact needs, realizing your unique wedding vision. The maximum capacity of the event space is 350 guests, and it can accommodate small and intimate groups, as well as, serve as the primary hotel for group rooms for a one-stop wedding experience.

Services Offered
Retreat to an intimate sanctuary and elegant experience at JW Marriott Houston Downtown, with enriched guest accommodations and event services. The staff at this venue will be sure to tend to your every need, and ensure that your wedding vision is brought to life successfully. There are in-house event planning services available, with all-inclusive package options, to ensure that all of your needs are cared for. The event team can help you find the perfect local vendors to assist with your event, and they can even offer some of their own in-house services. The award-winning culinary team offers delicious and impressive menus with options for buffets, hors d'oeuvres, stations, plated meals, dessert, and more. Some of the other excellent event services you may receive at JW Marriott Houston Downtown include:

  • Bar services
  • Setup/cleanup
  • Get ready rooms
  • Lighting/sound
  • Outside vendors
  • Pet friendly
  • Wireless Internet


Other Services
In addition to the above mentioned services, JW Marriott Houston Downtown also has a wonderful selection of event rental items that will help to enhance the details of your day. Whether you are looking for some A/V equipment, dinnerware, or decor items, this hotel has what you need. Their other rental items include, but are not limited to:

  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • Dance floor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • China
  • Chocolate fountain
  • Glassware
  • Linens
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$15,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$10,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$17

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Champagne Toast
House Wine
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

9

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

July
August

Reviews of JW Marriott Houston Downtown

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Lisa Sent on 01/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Hotel Rooms

We used the JW Marriott as our main hotel for our guests to stay in, with our venue being just 3 blocks away at The Rice. The staff couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating to meet all of our needs for the 40 rooms that we booked.
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Charles Sent on 05/17/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The JW Marriott Downtown Houston exceeded our expectations! My wife and I were told by many of our friends that something will likely go wrong during the wedding process. I can honestly say that everything went smoothly! We can't thank the staff and hotel enough. Several friends have commented that this was one of the best weddings they've attended.

We were surrounded by a great team of professionals that included: Kristina, Alti, Gabriela, Adrienne and many others. These individuals were very flexible and accommodating to both myself as well as our guests. I think a large reason for the success had to do with planning on the front end primarily with Kristina.

The venue in our opinion is very modern and unique. The chef did an outstanding job with the meals. I would highly recommend this venue and their staff to assist you in your big day.
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Jessica Sent on 04/02/2017
5 out of 5 rating
The staff was wonderful and worked very hard to make sure every detail was accounted for, which was particularly important for our surprise party thrown here! I'd recommend this venue for their professionalism and care for their clients.
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Kristi Sent on 03/15/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Kristina and the entire staff at the JW Marriott downtown were amazing to work with. As the wedding coordinator to my clients getting married, I couldn't have been happier. They treated my clients like they were VIPs, which is so nice to see as a coordinator. Kristina always responded promptly with my questions and found answers just as efficiently. She also stayed until past cake cutting, which is very rare for a hotel coordinator. Most hotel coordinators do not attend the day of the wedding and hand off everything to the banquet captain. She went above and beyond as well as the rest of her staff on the day of. The venue is so unique while maintaining luxury and definitely deserving of a 5 star hotel rating. Thank you for a successful wedding JW!
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Paula Sent on 03/02/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We worked with the JW Marriott in Downtown Houston for almost a year planning our daughter's wedding for 220 people. We had guests coming from Brazil, Mexico and Ireland and England as well as all over the USA. Kristina Bontrager and her team did an AMAZING job and we had one of the best weddings that many of our guests had ever attended. Food was fabulous, the bar was stocked with Premier quality alcohol and the champagne was top notch. Hotel rooms for guests were all enjoyed and the staff did their best to make the event go off smoothly. We would definitely highly recommend this venue and their hard working personnel. Thanks a million for making the Webb/Hermosillo wedding on February 11, 2017 one of the best days of our lives.
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Kimberly Sent on 01/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
What am AMAZING venue! My daughter know immediately that this was where she wanted to have her wedding reception! It doesn't feel like your average hotel ballroom...if feels like you are in an upscale art gallery!! Everyone was a pleasure to work with, very accommodating and the food was fantastic!
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Becky Sent on 12/29/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Our experience was AMAZING! The staff was exceptional and willing to help with whatever was needed. Not only was our experience exceptional our guests are still raving about the hotel and the event.

When we began looking at venues we want a venue that was unique, but also served exceptional food. Chef Drew and team knocked it out of the ballpark. They we're willing to work with us to make sure all our dietary needs were covered. Chef Drew helped us put together the perfect menu for our event.

Kristina Bontrager was great and very easy to work with. Working with her I knew I did not have to worry about any detail that may have been missed. She was there to guide us every step of the way. On the wedding day the hotel was the one area that I knew was covered and things would get done.
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Kate Sent on 12/20/2016
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I had an amazing wedding weekend and reception at the JW Marriott this August. It's a beautiful hotel- the building history, art collection, Main Kitchen restaurant, and excellent service really sets it apart. Our reception was held in the Picasso Room. It's a perfect setting and so unique compared to many other hotel ballrooms. The art, wood floors, and lounge furniture gives it a modern and warm gallery feel. We had a cocktail hour out in the foyer which was a great way for us to mingle and greet a lot of our guests before dinner. The drinks, food, and wait staff were all excellent.

Kristina was incredibly helpful and accommodating throughout our planning process. Her attention to detail made us feel very comfortable. It's really all the little details she thought of that made the night so special for us. Our favorite cocktails were waiting for us and our wedding party when we arrived, we had our own waitress the whole night, she reserved the hotel's Porsche for our exit, and she worked with the vendors all day so we didn't have to worry about it. The whole night went so smoothly because of her planning. You really don't need to hire another wedding coordinator if you book with the JW. With the catering and tasting done in house, that's one less thing to have to find and hire yourself. My bridal cake was amazing from Edible Designs by Jessie, and comes with the hotel package. Kristina called and confirmed all of our other vendors as well.

We also loved that we could make a weekend out of it with everyone staying at the hotel. We were able to spend more time with our friends and family which was so nice. Our guests were very impressed and we couldn't be happier with our experience at the JW.
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Carl Sent on 12/16/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I highly recommend her! She made our day very special.
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Patricia Sent on 12/15/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Our weeding at JW Marriott Downtown was just perfect! Kristina was amazing at planning every detail of the event, always answering each question we had. All the staff was so kind and professional during the reception, I didn't need to worry about anything. The Food was just delicious. All guests enjoyed so much! Everybody was happy. Thanks for make our wedding unique and especial!
Jared & Patricia Alarcon
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
EB Inc Event EB Inc Event Wedding Rentals

Absolutely love working with the team at JW Marriott Downtown. The environment is magical, as its industrial elegance is around every corner. The experienced event management team, combined with the culinary and banquet experts, will make your special day perfect! JW Marriott will go above and beyond for you.

Transbeats Entertainment LLC Transbeats Entertainment LLC Wedding DJs

I had a wonderful time at the hotel while providing DJ services to a wedding. The staff was extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating.

JPL Entertainment JPL Entertainment Wedding DJs

JPL Entertainment loves working with the JW Marriott Houston Downtown! They are always very friendly and helpful with all of the weddings and events that we do there. They are always ahead of the game and make sure that we have everything we need before the event to make sure it all goes very smoothly.

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JW Marriott Houston Downtown frequently asked questions

JW Marriott Houston Downtown includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
JW Marriott Houston Downtown includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at JW Marriott Houston Downtown includes:
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by JW Marriott Houston Downtown for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
JW Marriott Houston Downtown offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
JW Marriott Houston Downtown offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
JW Marriott Houston Downtown offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
JW Marriott Houston Downtown offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
JW Marriott Houston Downtown is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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