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Nice, although not truly luxurious hotel. I have been to Amman on Business several times and have stayed at the Grand Hyatt, Marriot, and Holiday Inn. Since I wasn't paying, I preferred the Hyatt, although it is over-priced. The Marriot is probably the best value of the three hotels.

Recommendation: If it was my money, this is where I would stay. If someone else is paying, stay at the Hyatt, which is a bit more polished and luxurious.

Unique Qualities: Sports bar ("Champions"), cigar bar/steak house, good complimentary breakfast buffet. Great night life scene at the sports bar that always draws a big crowd.

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Comparison: more expensive than average
Prices: US$120-180  » Currency Converter
Website: http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/AMMJR

This is a higher-end hotel with great rooms and views from the higher floors. The restaurants and food are superior overall to the other hotels I have stayed at in Amman... That's the good part.

You will also notice that the paint and finishes in the lobby look surprisingly new.

This is the result of a suicide bomber who blew himself up in the lobby, killing a number of people. The Grand Hyatt is one of 3 hotels were hit by suicide bombers in late 2005. That said, I stayed there several times after the attack and they did indeed beef up security and other physcial security measures to make the hotel more secure.

Unique Qualities: Good restaurants/room service fare. Excellent rooms in a luxurious setting. Improved physical security after the 2005 attack.

Overall, it is probably overpriced for what it offers and I would prefer staying at the Amman Marriott.

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Website: http://amman.grand.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp