JW Marriott to open in 2015

by HEATHER KOVAR / KVUE News and Photojournalist DENNIS THOMAS

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Posted on January 27, 2014 at 6:30 PM

AUSTIN -- When the Frost Bank building opened 10 years ago, it was the tallest building in downtown Austin with 33 floors. Now, the Frost Bank is surrounded by buildings, as well as cranes, signifying buildings under construction.

"[Construction is] everywhere. If its not one day, its the next. A new road. You have to cross the road. [There are] detours," said downtown resident Michael Guerra.

Seven months ago, a lot was excavated that will soon become the Colorado Towers.

The 29-story office and retail space is set to open in November.

"Its exciting to me to see the city in change, said downtown worker Alan Hendrickson.

KVUE got a tour of the new JW Marriott Austin on Monday. It will have 34 floors and is set to open March 1, 2015 and will be the citys largest hotel. Its already booked for that month's South by Southwest festival.

Jay Spurr is the director of sales and marketing for the new hotel.

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JW Marriott to open in 2015