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AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

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AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto offers a contemporary retreat near Stanford University. Guests enjoy amenities like a welcoming firepit, coffee shop, complimentary in-room WiFi, and an on-site restaurant serving breakfast. Past visitors praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Gym
The current price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
744 SAN ANTONIO ROAD, Palo Alto, CA, 94303

What's nearby

  • Googleplex - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Computer History Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Shoreline Amphitheatre - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Stanford University - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 13 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 3 min drive
  • Bayshore NASA Station - 5 min drive
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Jin - ‬19 min walk

About this property

AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

Hotel remodelled in 2021 and located near Stanford University
A firepit, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto. The on-site restaurant, AC Kitchen, serves breakfast. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a water dispenser
  • 3 meeting rooms, a banquet hall and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 145 rooms offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Secured, covered extended parking on site (USD 30 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 23 for adults and USD 23 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • AC Kitchen
  • AC Lounge

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • 2,100 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2021
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renovated entire property - February 2021
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 23 for adults and from USD 23 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 30.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 30.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 150
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Is AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 150. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$209.27, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

Valet parking is available for USD 30.00 per day. Extended parking is available for USD 30.00 per day.

What time is check-in at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto located?

Located in Charleston Gardens, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Silicon Valley, Shoreline Park and San Antonio Shopping Center. Rengstorff Park and Shoreline Amphitheatre are also within 2 miles (3 km). San Antonio Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 214 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great night staying here. All staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Nice and pleasant atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Property

Very nice and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Super clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

dong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New and amazing hotel near Stanford university. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and convenient hotel

Clean, comfortable stay with easy check-in and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing from check-in to check-out, super friendly, and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yunling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need to pay for parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good stay hotel was roomy Stanford Shopping Center which was good it was a staycation I needed some r and Palo Alto amenities were close by All A great experience

4/10 Poor

Narasimha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We saw a bug in the only 2 king suite they were left with and they cleaned and gave the room back after by default downgrading us to a single king bed room and had to push back to get 2 king room as we were 4 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the hotel. Breakfast, not so much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate the Welcoming staff that assisted with check in and checking out. Great job staff.

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a night for my elderly father as he was having minor surgery nearby. The hotel was excellent. Very clean and the staff were so wonderful to him.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ken Birthday

The stay was amazing and there bar was great and the bar keep Nathan was great and the guest was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Weiyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cleanliness of the beddings and tower can be improved. overall good places for travel and working
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property condition & staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great property, very clean and nice ! Loved the fact that they cleaned the room every day. However dislike that they only had valet parking . Not all staff were friendly :(
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and very modern. I loved the touch screen mirror light. Lol. Would definitely stay here again. Front desk host was very nice. Valet parking gentlemen were also very nice. Easy and convenient to stay here for our Concert. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall great visit

Room and stay was great. Our check in was supposed to be 3pm. We arrived at 5 and room still not ready. Staff was kind and trying hard to accommodate. The offered dinner while we waited. So they really tried. Clean, good location for concert.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Rong

Housekeeping is doing so bad, not clean room well and forgot to give water everyday
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024