The JW Marriott Indianapolis is the largest hotel in the city, a 33-story tower at 10 South West Street with 1,005 rooms, and it is built for people who want to be inside the action on a big event weekend. Its defining feature is the climate-controlled skywalk that connects the hotel to the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, so on a freezing January morning or a wet game day you can reach a conference hall or the Colts without stepping outside. The hotel describes itself as one of the largest JW Marriott properties in the world, and it carries the AAA Four Diamond designation. Dining is a strength: the property has several places to eat and drink, including Dean's Steak & Seafood, the High Velocity restaurant, a Starbucks, the Loaf + Vine Market and a lobby bar. A complimentary fitness center is included. The location also works for leisure travelers, because White River State Park, the zoo, the Indiana State Museum and the Eiteljorg Museum are all within a short walk, and Monument Circle is a stroll east. It is a big, busy, business-minded hotel rather than an intimate boutique, so expect crowds in the lobby on convention days, but for sheer convenience it is hard to beat.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits on the western edge of downtown, beside White River State Park. The park, with the Eiteljorg Museum, the Indiana State Museum and the zoo, is a couple of minutes on foot, and Lucas Oil Stadium and the convention center are within a short walk or the skywalk. Union Station and the Amtrak stop are within walking distance, and the airport is roughly twenty minutes by car. For the Speedway, The Children's Museum or Newfields, use a car or rideshare.
Rooms and who it suits
The rooms are modern and spacious, in a tower that is popular with business travelers, conference delegates, sports fans and families visiting the nearby museums. If you like a quiet room, ask for a higher floor away from the elevators on a busy weekend. Couples and leisure travelers will like the walk to the canal and the restaurants, while groups will appreciate the on-site dining and the market for quick bites.
Good to know
Check-in is at 4pm and check-out at 11am, and the minimum check-in age is 21. The hotel is smoke-free and does not allow pets. Parking is charged per day, with valet costing more than self-parking, so factor that into the price if you are driving, and note that there is no shuttle service from the airport. Rates rise sharply on big convention and Colts weekends, so book early.
Why stay here
- ✓1,005 rooms in a 33-story tower
- ✓Skywalk to convention center and Lucas Oil Stadium
- ✓Dean’s Steak & Seafood restaurant
- ✓High Velocity restaurant
- ✓Lobby bar and Starbucks
- ✓Loaf + Vine Market
- ✓Complimentary fitness center
- ✓Valet and self-parking
Good questions
Is the JW Marriott Indianapolis connected to Lucas Oil Stadium?+
Yes, a climate-controlled skywalk links the hotel to the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, which is handy on game days and in winter.
How big is the JW Marriott Indianapolis?+
It has 1,005 rooms across 33 stories, making it the largest hotel in the city.
Does the JW Marriott Indianapolis allow pets or have a pool?+
Pets are not allowed, and the hotel offers a complimentary fitness center rather than a pool. Check the current amenities when you book.
