June 5, 2007 – I had the opportunity to spend one night at the Milwaukee Marriott West Hotel for a short business trip. There was plenty of convenient parking even though I arrived at about 8:30 PM. I understand the hotel was nearly full.
Check-in was fast, even by Marriott standards, taking about 30 seconds. My room was #502, an end-room on the fifth floor of the six-floor hotel. The room was extremely quiet, something that I appreciate. I also liked the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the front of the hotel.
The décor of the room was OK, but not the new bold Marriott look. However the room did have a new and super comfortable Marriott Revive king bed. I am always amazed at how comfortable these beds are. Bed linens were high quality as were the down comforter and feather pillows. Between the bed and windows was a comfortable arm chair with an ottoman and floor lamp. Lighting in the room was excellent.
The room had a two-level work desk that was quite large. The high speed internet connection was $9.95 per day. Because of my late arrival and the charge I did not use it, doing emails on my Treo instead. (I am a great fan of Marriott, and think they should stop charging for high speed internet service at full-service Marriott hotels.) The desk chair was very comfortable and the lighting good. Overall the work area was large and functional so that if needed, you could actually do some work!
There were two phones in the room. The one on the night stand was a cordless phone and the one on the desk a corded phone. The TV had a good selection of network and cable channels as well as pay-per-view movies. Video check-out was also a feature on the TV.
Being a newer hotel, the bathroom was quite large. There was a combination tub and shower. Water pressure was high and hot water came out immediately. There were plenty of towels and a good selection of bath amenities. Lighting over the vanity was very good.
A concierge lounge is located on the 6th floor. I arrived too late for food, but desert was still available. Janelle, the host in the lounge, was really friendly and enjoyable to talk with. The next morning I was happy to see hot oatmeal and scrambled eggs offered as well as continental breakfast-type items. The coffee was good and hot.
I checked out the indoor swimming pool and exercise room, but did not use them. The pool was large enough to swim laps. There were plenty of chairs, lounges, and towels. The exercise room seemed well equipped. There were several guests using the equipment every time I passed by it.
All of the hotel associates that I interacted with were friendly and helpful. Just walking through the lobby I was asked by two different associates if I needed help. I thought the level of service was high and this coupled with the friendliness of the staff causes me to give this hotel my recommendation. I look forward to going back!
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