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AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

3.5 star property
Travelers gather around the inviting firepit after grabbing coffee from the on-site shop, enjoying modern comfort just steps from Stanford University

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is ฿4,761
฿5,519 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Charleston Gardens, a neighbourhood in Palo Alto, is home to AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto. Stanford Shopping Center and Santana Row Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Silicon Valley and San Francisco Bay. Check out an event or a game at Stanford Stadium, and consider making time for California's Great America, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Palo Alto travel guide
Map
744 SAN ANTONIO ROAD, Palo Alto, CA, 94303

What's nearby

  • A seagull perched on a rusty metal structure by a body of water with sailboats in the background.
    Shoreline Park
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • A Google sign at 1098 Alta Avenue.
    Googleplex
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • A desert landscape with sparse vegetation, a few houses, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
    San Antonio Shopping Center
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Charleston Plaza
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sierra Vista Park
    18 min walk - 1.5 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
  • Starbucks
    19 min walk
  • Krispy Kreme
    12 min walk
  • Sushi Jin
    19 min walk

About this property

AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto

  • Hotel near Shoreline Amphitheatre
  • 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 banquet hall
    • A water dispenser, smoke-free property and 3 meeting rooms
    • 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
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 at the property

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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

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 13 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto on 25 Jul 2026 start from ฿4,761, 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.

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 steps from Silicon Valley and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Shoreline Amphitheatre. Shoreline Park and San Antonio Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km). San Antonio Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

AC Hotel by Marriott Palo Alto Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 259 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sonrisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were incredible - kind, attentive, energetic, funny. I felt well taken care of!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome overall experience. Modern hotel with clean rooms. Attentive and courteous staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Xiangrong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have the best staying experience in this place in this year. Definitely will come back here if I visit next time:) new and quiet, the lady works in front desk is so nice and supportive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

TOMEKIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay and the staff is wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. It is clean and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for where we want to be.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

NATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very professional and welcoming. Breakfast was amazing and unexpected
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very polite and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Good location and very reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Jonette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was clean and modern. There is only valet parking which is charged to your room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was very convenient and dog friendly. It was quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The only reason I didn't score it a 5 was parking. There were very few parking spots on the street. We were left with no choice but to use valet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Super clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and updated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

Convenient location to shoreline amphitheater. Nice and clean rooms and very Modern.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Mylea Evelyn

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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel & room was clean! Looks luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024