Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel

“Excellent Hotel on top of JR Nagoya Station”

I had a very good two-night stay here at the end of March. I felt that I went from one lodging extreme to the other. Last night, I slept at a remodeled elementary school in the countryside. Now, I'm in a modern hotel with a room on the 30th floor (note: I don't remember my floor, but whatever). … more

I had a very good two-night stay here at the end of March. I felt that I went from one lodging extreme to the other. Last night, I slept at a remodeled elementary school in the countryside. Now, I'm in a modern hotel with a room on the 30th floor (note: I don't remember my floor, but whatever). The location can't be beat because the hotel is on top of the Nagoya JR Station, where you can catch local trains and the Shinkansen. Like other large stations, there is plenty of shopping and restaurants in the building and around the area. It's a HUGE building too. Because the hotel is on the upper floors, the rooms are very quiet. As usual, the room was very clean and spacious. I didn't find any dust or stray hairs during my inspection. I wished the pillows were more firm and that there was a couch instead of two chairs. Instead of a standard soaking tub, there was only a western tub in the room, which was disappointing. The lounge on an even higher floor was very good (accessed as a platinum elite member). There was a good selection of food and drink, which varied during the time of the day. It closes at 10pm and they're very strict about it. I paid for the room with free-night certificates, but I think it was $200 including taxes. Normally, in Japan, I wouldn't stay in places like this. Less costly hotels are perfectly adequate for me, but the certificates go a long way in Japan's secondary cities. Even though the hotel is convenient-looking on the map, it's actually a hassle too because the lobby and rooms are so far up. There are multiple entrances, which makes things confusing.

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“Best Marriot Stay in Nagoya”

We stayed only one night at this exceptional hotel in a 4 bed room. The room was incredibly spacious and well appointed. Staff were accommodating and attentive. It far exceeded our expectations. We are elite Bonvoy members and have stayed on numerous Marriot properties in the US that did not c… more

We stayed only one night at this exceptional hotel in a 4 bed room. The room was incredibly spacious and well appointed. Staff were accommodating and attentive. It far exceeded our expectations. We are elite Bonvoy members and have stayed on numerous Marriot properties in the US that did not compare. The location was easy for travel as it adjoins the train station. The views of the city were fantastic. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet and recommend it for the quality of service and extensive selection.

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“Incredible city staycation”

Stayed for 2 nights for a weekend away in Nagoya. The location is perfect, as the hotel is attached to the train station so it's easy to get across the city. The parking is attached to the hotel and can be validated at check in and check out. The reduced hotel guest rate is valid until 1.30pm on … more

Stayed for 2 nights for a weekend away in Nagoya. The location is perfect, as the hotel is attached to the train station so it's easy to get across the city. The parking is attached to the hotel and can be validated at check in and check out. The reduced hotel guest rate is valid until 1.30pm on the day of check out. The hotel is great and one of my favourite places I've ever stayed. We had a corner room which had 3 windows looking out across the city. Plugs and light controls next to the bed, great pillows and free water in the room. The room was also a great size for Japan and the bathroom was a little dated but still nice. I used the pool on both days (additional charge but 100% worth it) and the facilities were great. It was pretty quiet and a great place to relax in the day and then children have to leave by 6pm and it becomes adults only. You can pick up towels and robes in the locker room, and the dressing room has hair straighteners and curlers, and an area to relax and watch TV. The onsen has amazing views and was a little small, but there was only one other person in there the two times I used it. Can't wait to go back and stay again, one of my favourite places I've stayed in Japan.

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“Reliable Marriott experience”

You couldn't beat the location of this place. It's right inside the Nagoya Station complex, at the door step of Kintetsu. About 2 minutes walk to JR ticket gate and 4 minutes to Shinkansen (all indoors). The station complex is filled with shopping and dining opportunities. And while this isn't the … more

You couldn't beat the location of this place. It's right inside the Nagoya Station complex, at the door step of Kintetsu. About 2 minutes walk to JR ticket gate and 4 minutes to Shinkansen (all indoors). The station complex is filled with shopping and dining opportunities. And while this isn't the downtown Nagoya, the area is busy enough to contain anything you'll need. The only downside is that you can't take the elevator directly to your room level. You have to move across the lobby level (at 15th floor) to get another elevator. The room was big enough for a hotel in a Japanese city center. It was a little simpler than I thought, and the lights were dimmer than most hotels in Asia. But it felt upscale, equipped with one the biggest collection of bathroom amenities I have seen (literally on a cart) and the bed was very comfortable. Most rooms are on a pretty high level so you'll get a good view to the city. I was particularly impressed with the soundproofing. All these trains running under my feet and yet I heard nothing except when a heavy freight train was passing through. If you are staying here I highly recommend going to their Japanese restaurant, impressive place. The french one was just OK for the price. The breakfast buffet had lots of options, but the taste was rather bland like many hotels in big cities. It would worth it if you get it as a package, but doesn't worth the full price. They also have a whole floor dedicated to elite members as lounge which I unfortunately didn't have access to. Overall I think the hotel is still a bit expensive for what they offer, but if you are looking for an upscale and low stress experience (especially if you are coming to the city by train), it is a solid option.

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