MARRIOTT SYRACUSE DOWNTOWN, Syracuse

Marriott Syracuse Downtown - A Historic Landmark Hotel with Conference Center and Irish Pub

Located in downtown Syracuse, this restored 5-star Syracuse hotel occupies a building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Marriott Syracuse Downtown features an exclusive M Club Lounge, two distinct dining venues - Eleven Waters with its historic Barbershop Bar, and Shaughnessy's Irish Pub showcasing the original Syracuse Nationals' basketball court floor. The property encompasses 41000 square feet of meeting space including an 8-room Conference Center with dedicated entrance and AV technology. Guest rooms feature flat-screen TVs, marble bathrooms with double vanities, and premium Marriott bedding. The property stands 2.5 miles from central Syracuse and 9.5 miles from Syracuse Hancock International Airport. Room service through Fresh Bites Menu operates 24 hours daily, while the hotel maintains walking distance access to the Oncenter, MOST, Everson Museum, and Landmark Theatre.

Pros

Historic elements preserved throughout, including visited by notable figures like JFK, Elvis Presley, and the Rolling Stones

Eight 4000-pound replica gargoyles guard the building's exterior

Conference facilities accommodate up to 700 people with special pricing for non-profit organizations

Wedding venues include Historic Grand Ballroom, Persian Terrace, and Finger Lakes Ballroom for up to 400 guests

Cons

9.5 miles distance from Syracuse Hancock International Airport

Limited retail options within the hotel building