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AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

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

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

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744 SAN ANTONIO ROAD, Palo Alto, CA, 94303
  • Googleplex
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Shoreline Amphitheatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Stanford University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Palo Alto

Located in Charleston Gardens, AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as Shoreline Park and San Antonio Shopping Center. This 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 145 rooms and conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a gym, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Googleplex - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Shoreline Amphitheatre - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Computer History Museum - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Stanford University - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Stanford University Medical Center - 12 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

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

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

Art Deco hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour business center
Renovated in 2021, AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto offers a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Valet parking is available for USD 30.00 per day. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry 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 a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and ironing boards are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Languages

English

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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 transportation

  • 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/truck 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 150
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to 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
  • Rollaway/extra 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 23 for adults and USD 23 for children
  • Covered 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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? For a fee, this property offers valet parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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

Are free cancellation options available at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

This hotel is situated in Charleston Gardens, close to Shoreline Amphitheatre, Computer History Museum, and Moffett Federal Airfield. You'll also find Shoreline Park and NASA Ames Research within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 30.00 per day with in/out privileges. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto feature a casino on the premises?

No, AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

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

Does AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at AC Kitchen.

Does AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto for a fee of USD 150, and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

The closest major airport to AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 12.3 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 12.1 mi away (14-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto.

AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 195 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David, sacramento

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

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mylea Evelyn, Ukiah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and the rooms were in excellent conditions! Staff was really friendly, overal a great stay! The only downside is the only parking is Valet, or looking for street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ohad

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre, Doral

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for where we want to be.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reiko

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Surprised by $28 for valet or street parking. I didn’t see that in the website
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Clean and Comfy

Hotel and room were very clean and comfy. Hotel staff was friendly. We would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

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

6/10 Okay

Eun Jin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Monique

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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