The Cranley Report®: Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa
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Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa, Jordan
Hotel Address
Dead Sea Road
Sweimeh
Jordan
 
Cranley Rating

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Hotel Summary
Category Resort Hotel
Awards Won World Travel Awards - Jordan's Leading Spa Resort 2004, 2005 and 2006.
Hotel Opened
 2002
Refurbishment Current rebuilding works underway on new wing which when completed in May 2007 will provide fifty new rooms.
Cranley Summary
The Jordan Valley Marriott Resort Spa is a modern resort property situated beneath the mountains and adjacent to the Dead Sea, at nearly 400m below sea level the lowest point on earth. It has for the last two years won the prestigious World Travel Award as Jordan's Leading Spa Resort. The hotel has four room types - Deluxe, Duplex, Junior Suites and Royal Suites, all furnished in bright modern colours with comfortable sitting/lounge areas and feature balconies or terraces with great views of the Dead Sea and the hotel swimming pools. The hotel has an abundance of restaurant and bar options to suit most tastes from International cuisine to Tex Mex and sophisticated piano lounge to poolside bar in its five quality restaurants and five bars. For leisure there is a choice of indoor and outdoor pools, children's pools, a well equipped Fitness Centre, tennis hard court and Spa. For functions, meetings and conferences the hotel has four meeting rooms and a large ballroom. Children can enjoy the pools, the 'Jungle' games room, two cinemas and an outdoor playground.
Hotel Location & Layout
Location Description
The Jordan Valley Marriott Resort Spa enjoys a prominent position on the Dead Sea 45km from Amman and 60km from the Queen Alia International Airport. The approach road from the Queen Alia International Airport is seemingly downhill for most of the route which winds its way through a desert and mountain landscape. It is situated in the 'hotels area' on the East Shore of the Dead Sea, and is adjacent to the other Dead Sea Hotels. It is just 12 km from the famous Christian Baptism site and over 200 km from the world renowned attractions of Petra and Wadi Rum.
Airports
Distance 60 km
Airport Transfers Transfers can be arranged by the Jordan Valley Resort and Spa or taxi transfers are available. In light traffic the journey time is about 60 minutes.
Cities and Sights
Distance 290 km
City/Sight Transfers Taxi transfers
Layout Description
The Jordan Valley Marriott Resort Spa is spread over five floors and three wings with the lobby, concierge, gift shop, business centre and car hire desk situated centrally on the third Floor level. The lobby area is an open atrium with spacious lounge seating areas, and adjacent to the lobby are Jo's Steak House and the Acacia Bar and Lounge. The guest rooms are located on the second to fifth floors and all have views of the Dead Sea and hotel pools. The Lobby looks down on the first and second floor levels at the rear of the property and the hotels grounds which contain the other restaurants, bars, pools, Spa, Gym and children's activity areas. The hotel grounds drop down quite steeply to a private beach at the shores of the Dead Sea.
Lobby & Guest Relations
Open Hours
 24 Hours
Languages Spoken English, Arabic, German, Russian and French.
Payment Methods All major credit cards and cash accepted.
Foreign Exchange 24 Hours. All major currencies exchanged.
Taxis Arranged Arranged on request.
A shuttle bus to hotels in Amman operates 3 to 4 times per day.
Tours Arranged Tours can be arranged on request for local attractions such as the Baptism Site, Petra, Jerash and Wadi Rum.
Guest Relations Standard services.
Separate Car Hire desk.
Concierge Services
 Standard services.
Medical Facilities Nurse on-site 24 hours a day. Doctor on call from nearby hotel and typical response time is approximately 1/2 hour according to hotel.
Parking 250 outdoor parking spaces available.
Complementary valet parking.
Cranley Comment
When entering the Jordan Valley Marriott Resort Spa the reception desk is to the right of the main entrance. The lobby area is spacious and has marble flooring with luxurious carpets and comfortable leather seats. The lifts to the rooms are situated both to the left and right of the atrium lobby. The Gift Shop is just outside the main building on the left side as you enter the hotel. The Car Hire desk and Business Centre is to the right of the reception area close to the front of the hotel. The far end of the lobby overlooks the Mosaico Restaurant, here there is a large lounge area with plentiful seating and drinks and snacks are served from the nearby Acacia Lounge and Bar.
Shops & Amenities
Description
A small Gift Shop is located on the 3rd Floor (Lobby level) and sells basic amenities and local crafts from 07:00 to 23:00 daily. Some items can also be purchased from the Front Desk 24 hours a day.
Cranley Comment
The Jordan Valley Marriott Resort Spa has limited on-site shopping but is located just 45km from Amman which offers a full range of international shops and local Jordanian products. In Amman the Mecca Mall and the Sweifeh shopping areas are well worth a visit.
Rooms, Suites & Villas
Number of Floors 5
Total Rooms 216
Elevators 4
Rooms per Elevator 54
Total Staff 450
Staff per Room 2.1
Check-in Time 15:00
Check-out Time 12:00
Late Checkout Late check out subject to availability.
Smoking Rooms 24
Room Service Full Menu served 24 hours
Laundry Service Regular Service collection before 10:00 will be returned next day
Express Service collection between 10:00 and 14:00 will be returned in 3 hours
Unique Features All rooms in the Jordan Valley Marriott Resort Spa have views of the Dead Sea and the hotel pools
Cranley Comment
The Jordan Valley Marriott Resort Spa offers four room types - Deluxe, Duplex, Junior Suites and Royal Suites. All rooms are furnished in bright modern colours with comfortable sitting areas and feature balconies or terraces with great views. The fifth floor in particular has the best sea and pool views.
  Type of Room, Views & Facilities
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Deluxe 201

Dead Sea and Pools

27 channel television
3 telephones
Desk with Wireless and High speed cable Internet access
Mini-Bar
Iron and ironing board
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath/shower
Bidet and WC
Sitting area with low table and 2 chairs
Balcony with 2 chairs and table

 2 Adults and 2 Children 50
Cranley Comment
Deluxe Rooms are conveniently located and reached by any of the three main hotel lifts. On entering the room one finds yourself in a large hallway with plenty of wardrobe space. The bathroom is adjacent to the hall which leads to the beautifully furnished bedroom with King Size bed and a lounge area. Guests will be drawn to the window and balcony/terrace to get their first glimpse of the views of the Dead Sea.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Duplex 8

Dead Sea and Pools

As for Deluxe room with the added benefit of:
Downstairs lounge/dining area
Large screen TV in lounge
Kitchen with microwave
Upstairs 2 bedrooms

Bedroom1
Separate bathroom with bath/shower, washbasin and wc

Bedroom 2
En suite bathroom with bath/shower, washbasin, bidet and wc

Balcony with 4 chairs and table

 4 Adults and 2 Children 75 upstairs and 60 downstairs
Cranley Comment
A short walk through the hotel's bright and spacious corridors leads one to the Duplex Rooms which are mostly located well away from the main lobby area of the hotel. They are well suited to families or large parties seeking a more peaceful and quiet location. The kitchen and lower lounge/dining area gives the option of dining in the room. The bedrooms upstairs have a queen size bed in one bedroom and 2 double beds in the other room.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Junior Suite 5

Dead Sea and Pools

As for Deluxe Room with the added benefit of:
Separate lounge area with low table, 2 armchairs and a sofa
Separate dressing room with large mirror and additional wardrobe space
Bathroom with separate bath and shower

 2 Adults and 2 Children 90
Cranley Comment
The Junior Suites have the full range of facilities provided in Deluxe Rooms but guests will enjoy considerably more space. The extra space in the Junior Suite will allow them the opportunity to relax or do business in the separate lounge area and the king size bed and separate dressing room with large mirror will ensure they can relax in a comfortable and luxurious atmosphere.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Royal Suite 2

Dead Sea and Pools

The Royal Suites have all the facilities of the other rooms with the added benefit of:

Two large lounge areas, one with a sofa and 3 armchairs and a main lounge with 2 sofas, 3 armchairs and a large screen TV
An integrated dining area seating up to 6
A kitchen with microwave and electric hob
A spacious bedroom with sofa and further large screen TV
Bathroom as per Junior Suite with added benefit of private sauna
Complimentary minibar

 4 Adults and 4 Children 220
Cranley Comment
The two Royal Suites are on the 4th and 5th floors and occupy commanding positions in the central part of the hotel which ensures the best views available. Guests enter into a spacious lounge which leads to the dining area and the second lounge and master bedroom beyond, both of which have great views past the large balcony to the sea. Royal Suites are fitted out with every convenience and opulent furnishing.
Restaurants & Cafés
Number of Restaurants
 5
Restaurant Comments
The Jordan Valley Marriott Resort Spa offers on abundance of dining options to suit most tastes from international cuisine to Mexican, fine dining in the signature Italian restaurant or experience steaks in the elegance of Jo's Steakhouse. Catering for all tastes is the Mosaico Restaurant with all day International dining and themed nights throughout the week.
  Mosaico Restaurant  
Restaurant Type International
Restaurant Capacity 194 (of which 130 inside and 64 on terrace)
Opening Times 07:30 to 23:00
Dress Codes Casual
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy Designated smoking areas
Children’s Facilities Children's menu
High chairs available
Breakfast Options Buffet with international and Arabic dishes
Cranley Comment
Located on the second floor but visible from the lobby lounge area, the restaurant can be accessed via a wide sweeping staircase from the lobby, direct by lift from the bedrooms or through the outdoor entrance via the hotel gardens, Mosaico is a bright and spacious restaurant with the added benefit of outdoor seating overlooking the pool area. It is an all day International restaurant offering a buffet menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner; it also has various theme nights with Arabic, Mexican and Mediterranean food available on different nights each week.
  Il Terrazzo  
Restaurant Type Italian
Restaurant Capacity 127 (of which 87 inside and 40 on terrace)
Opening Times Lunch 13:00 to 16:00
Dinner 19:00 to 23:00
Dress Codes Casual
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy Designated smoking area
Children’s Facilities Children's menu
High chairs available
Cranley Comment
A classic Italian restaurant decorated with dark wood, tiled flooring and a bar area making you feel like you are in Italy, Il Terrazzo is located on the hotels first floor level with terrace seating overlooking the Dead Sea. The terrace at lunchtime in particular will be attractive to diners. It offers an extensive menu featuring an antipasto bar, wood fired oven pizzas, freshly made pasta dishes, salads and more comprehensive dishes. Guests seated inside may get a view of the Arabic Terrace and the Middle Pool.
  Jo's Steakhouse  
Restaurant Type Cosmopolitan cuisine
Restaurant Capacity 50
Opening Times 19:00 to 23:00
Dress Codes Smart casual
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy Designated smoking area
Children’s Facilities Children's menu
High chairs available
Breakfast Options N/A
Cranley Comment
Located on the 3rd floor in a quiet area with a lounge area outside, Jo's Steakhouse is well hidden. A stylish and elegant restaurant designed in a North American style with low ceiling, marble flooring, subdued lighting and some tables discreetly screened from their neighbours. It has an impressive a la carte menu featuring their signature steaks, the Wagyu Strip loin and Rib Eye Roll.
  Champions Sports Bar & Restaurant  
Restaurant Type Sports Bar
Restaurant Capacity 90
Opening Times Winter 13:00 to 23:00
Summer 13:00 to 01:00
Dress Codes Casual