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AC Hotel Pasadena

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Pasadena Playhouse
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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (View) | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Meeting facility
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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19 S MADISON AVE, Pasadena, CA, 91101
  • Place, Pasadena Playhouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pasadena Museum of California Art
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pasadena Convention Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Burbank, CA (BUR-Hollywood Burbank)
    ‪18 min drive‬
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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 245 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • 310 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (View) | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (View)

  • 558 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 310 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Playhouse Village, AC Hotel Pasadena is adjacent to Pasadena Playhouse and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Pasadena Convention Center. This 194-room, 4-star hotel has 2 restaurants along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Pasadena Playhouse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pasadena Museum of California Art - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pasadena Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pasadena City Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • California Institute of Technology - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Pasadena Station - 7 min walk
  • Memorial Park Station - 14 min walk
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urth Caffé - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wake And Late - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Stand - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Star Leaf - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬2 min walk

About this property

AC Hotel Pasadena

Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Pasadena Playhouse
At AC Hotel Pasadena, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is offered for USD 50 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and ironing boards are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 50 per night)
  • Limited onsite valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 30 to 30 for adults and USD 30 to 30 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • AC Kitchen
  • AC Lounge
  • Rooftop

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Art gallery
  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 800 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2024
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 30 to 30 for adults, and USD 30 to 30 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 50 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

AC Hotel Pasadena Hotel
AC Hotel Pasadena Pasadena
AC Hotel BY Marriott Pasadena
AC Hotel Pasadena Hotel Pasadena

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around AC Hotel Pasadena?

This hotel is situated in Playhouse Village, just steps from Pasadena Playhouse. You'll also find Rose Bowl Stadium and The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at AC Hotel Pasadena?

As of Dec 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AC Hotel Pasadena on Jan 19, 2026 start from $179.0, excluding 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.

Is parking available on site at AC Hotel Pasadena?

Yes, covered valet parking is offered for USD 50 per night. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does AC Hotel Pasadena have a casino?

No, AC Hotel Pasadena doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at AC Hotel Pasadena?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is AC Hotel Pasadena good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 bars, 2 restaurants, and private dining.

Does AC Hotel Pasadena have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does AC Hotel Pasadena have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, AC Hotel Pasadena has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will AC Hotel Pasadena allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at AC Hotel Pasadena for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does AC Hotel Pasadena have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from AC Hotel Pasadena?

The closest major airport to AC Hotel Pasadena is Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), which is 15.7 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), which is located 23.2 mi away (49-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at AC Hotel Pasadena?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at AC Hotel Pasadena.

Does AC Hotel Pasadena offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at AC Hotel Pasadena.

AC Hotel Pasadena Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 216 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I want to give a shoutout to Roman for his excellent customer service when he checked us in at Nece at the breakfast bar. The amenities were spotless, and the hotel offered lovely lounging areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Outstanding employees. !! Views from room balcony.

What an outstanding three day stay at the AC hotel everyone from Marco, the hotels housekeeping manager to Anthony at the front desk to Vanessa at the breakfast table. Employees are top notch. It’s incredible because the hotel is relatively new. Rooms are clean and modern.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We were given a room on the second floor apparently above the bar and dining area. And the music was loud enough to be heard in the early morning hours and late the 2nd night. Since we only stayed 2 nights we did not ask for a room change
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael or Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mathieu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good stay. Highlights were the hotel staff, the breakfast, the downstairs lounge, the same-floor water dispenser, the street parking a block away, the fitness center availability, presence of USB plugs in the room, easily configured Netflix. Room and fitness center were very clean. Very minor issues included: rooftop closing early (we were told at 10:30pm we couldn't have a drink as they were closing), room toilet tends to stay stuck in flush mode, the courtyard view is nothing to speak of, rooms can feel claustrophobic as they're on the smaller & darker side. What we'll remember: breakfast and close-by street parking free til 10am. If we look again for a hotel in the same area, we'll consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
The room was exceptionally clean, great location and value, friendly staff. Exceptional bar area too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moshe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place Have a parking lot next to property paid 8 dollars per 24 hours
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Maryjane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bathroom water tank toilet was either flowing continuously because of the flapper not closing. I left it open so I can manually fixed it . The tube were the water flows inside the tank was not in the right spot so I have to fixed it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

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

Beautiful New Hotel

Hotel looks and feels amazing to stay at. It was the best choice in price and quality stay. I would definitely book again. Love the cleanliness and great amenities. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Breye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No pool. No jacuzzi. Not great in the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautifully designed. We loved the lobby bar that opens up to downtown Pasadena. Staff throughout were super helpful and nice. Market, water refill & great breakfast set up are all really practical. Our room was small but had everything you could need & was spotlessly clean. Comfy bed! Didn’t get a chance to check out the rooftop but we were staying on the 6th floor and it always looked buzzing - will def go back. Will only be staying at this hotel when visiting Pasadena from now on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location of the property and the staff is extremely friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I have been staying at the AC almost every week for the last two months. The hotel is still struggling with service on the roof deck ( very poor). The AC was obviously very clean when it first opened however with the lack of help it’s definitely not as clean as it once was and is beginning to have a bad smell. This morning my bad I had some milk with my breakfast and OMG!! it had expired 6 days ago and was already spoiled. Overall I love the location, front staff is absolutely amazing, I just feel the wrong people are managing the different departments. Maybe it’s because of a labor shortage?
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanesa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel !! Will definitely be coming back soon
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gentleman that checked me in was amazing. He gets 5 starts
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We were given our key to our room snd Shem we went into the room it was not cleaned yet. On the second night the alarm went off and we weren’t told to exit but never told to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Wyckoff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great new hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025