We stayed at the JW Marriott for 7 nights. Our room was huge eventhough it wasn't a suite and the staff treated us like we were their only guest. This hotel is very clean, has a lot of options for meals, and is conveniently located so there are plenty of cabs coming and going at all hours (Dubai has a taxi cab problem.... there aren't enought of them). I have nothing bad to say about this hotel. The staff was very accommodating, getting us checked in at 9:30 a.m. after a 6 a.m. flight arrival.... unheard of!

One thing that I loved about the rooms at this hotel was that they were like small apartments - the bathroom was separate from the bedroom and there was a small living room area with a sofa and coffee table besides the desk and chair. The bathroom was divided into two tooms - one with a double sink, large mirror, and closet, and the other room with the toilet, tub, and HUGE shower. I would stay here again for sure.

Stayed at hotel in mid Feb for business. Smart, well presented hotel with very helpful staff. Situated in Deira and about 10 minutes from airport. Hotel is much more for local Emiratis or Middle East customers than for tourists seeking all round Dubai experience. Hotel is situated in residential area in older part of Dubai with a local shopping mall next door. Hotel is good location for business meetings in the area or for a stopover if needing a good place near the airport. Can be quite a long trip to Jumeirah and other beach areas if you are stuck in regular Dubai traffic chaos/jams. Good location for catching an early morning plane. Excellent standard of rooms; large spacious and spotless. Excellent breakfast buffet and large choice of restaurants. Even a Sports Bar in the basement. Arrived early morning and staff kindly arranged check-in at 1030 hrs in morning with no hastle. Cost varied from £100 to £150 per night over 4 days.

J W MARRIOTT - DEIRA (BUSINESS END) DUBAI
This hotel is something else! The staff are 2nd to none-the food out of this world* We ate ate at the Burj al Arab one night as a treat (Al Muthahha-23rd floor approx?) that was crap! We were very dissapointed with the decor of the restaurant, even a ripped carpet there!! Over priced-dont mind paying for good food and surroundings, but it would have suited a casino or bingo hall.
The market place restaurant at the Marriott was totally splendid, good quality and very reasonable. The gold souks were great-buy material if you enjoy dressmaking! It was interesting, the shops are totally awe inspiring. We went during Ramadam, and in the evening its called 'Iftar' where the fast breaks, and then you eat like kings. No alcohol will be served before 7.00 in the evening, plus during Ramadam dont eat or drink in public! Its an insult to the Muslims. Al Karama is a place to go for absoloutely everything - even all the fakes! handbags,watches shoes. You can have a haggle and a laugh. Dubai, is very populated with Indian workers, and shop keepers, all very polite. If I could fault the Marriott, it is the swimming pool is too small for the size of the hotel, but it has a great fitness room. ~Get a taxi to Jumeirah beach, dont go in the morning/evening rush hour! traffic is manic.
Dont take a camera to the beach as you will be prevented from using it! Dubai is definitely on my list to go again soon. I love the Middle East-and know you will too. Remeber to display respect in your way of dressing-its not Benidorm! read my info on Sharm-el-sheikh.

Pros: Everyone was very friendly to us at the JW Marriott, and willing to go above and beyond to help. The location is very convenient to the airport and not far from the major city attractions. If you have access to the executive lounge, it is a very nice one with fantastic food and beverages. We had a flawless stay here.

Cons: At certain hours it can take a while (15 minutes) to get a taxi from the hotel, though it might be like this throughout Dubai. I don't think this would be a very child friendly place compared to some of the other hotels in Dubai (great for those who want a quiet hotel, worse for those with children).