William D.
Yelp
I recently stayed at the JW Marriott Resort and Spa in Marco Island, Florida, and while I found the hotel's condition satisfactory and the views and beach incredible, my experience with a poolside cabana rental was disappointing and not reflective of the standards I expect from such a prestigious resort, especially as a Titanium Elite member of their rewards program.
Despite the high costs associated with luxury resort accommodations, which I fully anticipated, my issue lies with the service and management of the cabana rentals. I paid $550 for a poolside cabana, in addition to $400 on food and drinks, with the understanding that the space would offer a semi-private, relaxing environment. The booking rules clearly stated a maximum occupancy of 8 individuals per cabana. However, the cabana next to ours was overcrowded with 20 people, including 6 adult couples and their children. This group not only infringed upon our personal space by walking through our cabana but also created a disruptive atmosphere that was far from the tranquil poolside experience one would expect. Their disregard for other guests was evident, as we had to ask them to move every time we wanted to leave our chairs. One individual was particularly disturbing, engaging in a loud, profanity-laden phone conversation about a business deal for an extended period.
When I sought assistance from a pool attendant, hoping for a resolution to the overcrowding and disturbance, my concerns were met with inaction. The lack of response from the staff compelled us to leave the cabana we had paid a premium for, as the environment had become intolerable.
Seeking to address this issue, I approached the front desk as a Titanium Elite member, expecting a certain level of attention and service when voicing a legitimate complaint. However, my request to speak with a manager about the situation was outright denied, with the manager refusing to meet with me. This level of disregard for guest satisfaction and loyalty program members is unacceptable and tarnishes the reputation of the JW Marriott brand.
It's disheartening to see such a lapse in service and management, especially in a setting renowned for its luxury and hospitality. While the physical aspects of the resort may meet expectations, the service, particularly regarding the management of the cabana rentals and guest complaints, falls significantly short. This experience has left me questioning the value of loyalty when failed to uphold standards.....I did receive an email from the JW as follows: Thank you for being a valued Marriott Bonvoy Titanium Elite member and for taking the time to complete our survey about your experience at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort.
We are genuinely sorry for not meeting your expectations. We are passionate about crafting a distinctive, seamless experience for each guest; therefore we are disappointed for the issues that inconvenienced you. We hope you will give us another chance to provide you with the exceptional hospitality for which we are known.
Best Regards,
Luis Saldana
Director of Room Operations
Well there is one thing you can say about the JW @ Marco Island...Platimum Elite status or no status they treat you equally as poorly! By the way there are numerous bad reviews but they don't have to do anything becuase they know next year in February they will be sold out so why bother.