The JW Marriott Dallas Arts District, the brand’s first hotel in the Texas city, has opened within what is considered the largest contiguous urban arts district in the U.S.
“We are excited to bring JW Marriott’s legacy of extraordinary hospitality, thoughtful design and enriching experiences to the Dallas Arts District,” said Bruce Rohr, global brand leader, JW Marriott. “Much like the introspective way guests explore the hotel’s neighboring cultural institutions, JW Marriott Dallas Arts District will provide travelers with even more ways to enjoy every moment to the fullest and find inspiration and moments of mindfulness during their stay.”
The hotel’s design showcases artistic representations of themes that played a part in the growth and success of Dallas. More than 20 original artworks in various mediums were commissioned for the hotel’s public areas and represent the North Texas region.
Hospitality design firms HKS Inc. and Looney Associates collaborated on the architecture and interior design of the 267-room hotel, three restaurants, two lobby spaces and more than 20,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space. A mid-air pool and deck with cabanas offers views of downtown Dallas and the Arts District.
The hotel’s 11th-floor sky lobby is a double-volume space with a floating staircase and glass railing with displays of original artworks including a brass and metal installation created by Dallas-based artist Chris Judy. It is reminiscent of sheet music, harp strings and the chandeliers in the Winspear Opera House nearby.
The hotel is near the Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, Crow Museum of Asian Art, Meyerson Symphony Center, Moody Performance Hall and the aforementioned Winspear Opera House.
