Stanford University Medical Center - 14 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 14 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 18 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 27 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 46 min drive
California Ave Station - 13 min drive
Mountain View Station - 13 min drive
San Antonio Station - 20 min walk
Restaurants
In-N-Out Burger - 15 min walk
McDonald's - 13 min walk
Starbucks - 19 min walk
Sushi Jin - 19 min walk
Big Table - 3 min drive
About this property
AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto
At AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Googleplex and Shoreline Amphitheatre. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at AC Kitchen, which serves breakfast. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of Stanford University and San Francisco Bay. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
145 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Secured covered onsite valet parking (USD 26 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Secured covered onsite extended parking (USD 26 per day)
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
24-hour business center
3 meeting rooms
Coworking spaces
Conference space (2100 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Facilities
Built in 2021
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop garden
Fitness center
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Banquet hall
Firepit
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Hand-held showerheads
Closed captioned TV
Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
Lowered peephole/view port in door
Lowered locks/deadbolt
Height-adjustable showerhead
Grab bar near toilet
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
More
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
AC Kitchen - This restaurant serves breakfast only.
AC Lounge - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 23 for adults and USD 23 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 26 per day with in/out privileges
RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge
Covered extended parking costs USD 26 per day
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
AC Hotel Palo Alto
Ac By Marriott Palo Alto
AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto Hotel
AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto PALO ALTO
AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto Hotel PALO ALTO
Frequently asked questions
Does AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 150. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 26 per day. Extended parking costs USD 26 per day. RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino M8trix (12-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, AC Kitchen.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2024
Ohad
Ohad, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Kate
Kate, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2024
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
Surprised by $28 for valet or street parking. I didn’t see that in the website
Reiko
Reiko, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2024
Nice property friendly staff
David
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 18, 2024
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 9, 2024
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
Clean and Comfy
Hotel and room were very clean and comfy. Hotel staff was friendly. We would stay here again!
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
Great stay!
Theresa
Theresa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 4, 2024
Loved the hotel.
Breakfast, not so much.
David
David, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 16, 2024
Monique
Monique, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2024
Sebo
Sebo, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 15, 2024
Jing
Jing, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
Property condition & staff
Tony
Tony, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Qinghong
Qinghong, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
Ken Birthday
The stay was amazing and there bar was great and the bar keep Nathan was great and the guest was friendly
Betty
Betty, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jul 5, 2024
Vanessa
Vanessa, 6-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Check in was a breeze. Amy was so helpful and kind . Rooms are nice and quiet with a beautiful view.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Sharanjeet
Sharanjeet, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Gaudy
Gaudy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Always a great stay and the staff is wonderful!
TOMEKIA
TOMEKIA, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
Great stay
Convenient location to shoreline amphitheater. Nice and clean rooms and very Modern.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 17, 2024
Doris
Doris, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2024
Nice hotel. Good location and very reasonably priced.