AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

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AC Hotels by Marriott
9.2 (393 reviews)
100 East Rio Salado Parkway , Tempe , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Limited soundproofing
Noise from outside
Double beds instead of queens

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Mentioned as beautiful and clean.
Service
9.8
Exceptional service highlighted in multiple reviews.
Location
9.34
Great location for activities and nearby fun.
Room Quality
9.29
Great rooms and fantastic mattresses mentioned.
Amenities
8.32
Standard hotel amenities with a note on limited dining options.
Value for Money
8.78
Affordability noted, but parking and soundproofing issues mentioned.
Food and Beverage
9.33
Breakfast and snacks were all great.
Overall Experience
9.4
Overall enjoyable stay with helpful staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 22:20

Property Description

Modern Comfort and Convenience

AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown offers a stylish and comfortable stay just 16 km from Copper Square. With a shared lounge, private parking, and a terrace, guests can unwind in style. The hotel's restaurant and bar provide delectable dining options, while air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi ensure a pleasant stay.

Entertainment and Business

Guests can enjoy evening entertainment and 24-hour service at the front desk. The hotel also features a snack bar, perfect for quick bites, and a business area for those mixing work with leisure.

Explore and Relax

Located near hiking spots and attractions like Phoenix Convention Center and Hall of Flame Firefighting Museum, guests have plenty to explore. Book your stay at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown for a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PHX

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 18 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 393 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 9.29
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Robin • couple • us
7
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Pritchard • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Comfortable beds, good view, great breakfast staff

Cons:

$20 to park in another building is ridiculous

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Yanitza • extended_group • us
10
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Rana • solo_traveller • us
8
Nice hotel in great location if you’re visiting Tempe.
Pros:

Nice hotel in good location for ASU visit.

Cons:

The price was too high for the value

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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ChatWithMatt • Couples • Prescott, Arizona
8
Really nice place with even nicer staff.
Pros:

AC Hotel in Tempe was a pleasant surprise. The staff was lovely and really helped accommodate us. We travel a lot, and we recognize the efforts people make. Daniel was really helpful in helping us.
The corner units are very nice. However, the traffic along Rio Salado Pkwy is extremely noisy, so if you're a light sleeper, avoid these rooms. There is also a lot of airplane traffic directly overhead. However, the rooms are lovely and appointed nicely. The floor-to-ceiling windows are fantastic for views. Location is great for ASU or Marquee theater events.
Rooftop pool is super-cool with great views of the mountains and surrounding town.

Note to Marriott in general...stop installing glass bathroom entry doors. Was there left-over shower supplies? So annoying not only being woken up in the middle of the night with bright bathroom lights shining directly into the bedroom, but there's also zero privacy. Springhill Suites also does this and I avoid them now when not traveling alone.
Negatives: Room rates are decent here, but add in the $20 for parking, which is across the street.

2026-06-07 • via Tripadvisor
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Ahmed • family_with_children • sa
9
Amazing clean rooms, nice staff, excellent location.
Pros:

Location, Breakfast buffet, Staff, and Room Cleanliness

Cons:

Bathroom doors are not well closing, not good ventilation.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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andrewwJ5711LR • Solo travel
10
Business trip
Pros:

Really like this hotel! Great staff, especially Jack Gurries on this trip. And Ronnie too. Nice pool with views on the top floor too. I come here every year for a business meeting.

2026-06-04 • via Tripadvisor
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Destiny • couple • us
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Mariana • family_with_children • pr
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Hyunj • couple • us
1
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Kendra • couple • us
9
Pros:

Breakfast was great when it was cooked to order. The breakfast bar wasn't bad at all.

Cons:

Never reserve food from the next day. Some breakfast items ( egg bites) were reheated.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Barker • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Mario • solo_traveller • pr
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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tammysZ7083NB • Business
10
Awesome Staff. Chandler is a God send
Pros:

I’ve stayed at this hotel every time I visit Tempe for work and I am always impressed by the service and how personable everyone is from the front desk staff and the daily interactions I have with other staff members. I particularly want to call out Chandler who is such an amazing staff member at the AC hotel. He is attentive to your needs, friendly and professional. He remembered my name even with a brief encounter and when he found out my flight was delayed he wanted to make sure I would not be hungry during the wait. He thought about my needs even before I did. Thank you chandler and the AC team.

2026-05-22 • via Tripadvisor
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727gradyd • Business
10
Amazing Experience
Pros:

Staff are some of the best I’ve ever encountered. From the front desk to the restaurant, the team went above and beyond. Shout out to Chandler, after meeting once, he greeted me by name every day after. Can’t say enough about Ronnie at the front desk as well. A+ Team!

2026-05-20 • via Tripadvisor
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V3955TImariom • Business
10
Service that matters
Pros:

The service from Chandler in the breakfast bar and Rodney at the front desk are bar far the best service I have had in years. These are the type of people that make stays away from home pleasant.

2026-05-20 • via Tripadvisor
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ericgO3913VM • Business
10
Great Experience!
Pros:

Chandler and Ronnie were incredible! Every morning Chandler said hi, made me a latter and remember my breakfast order - I felt at home. At upon retiring to the hotel, Ronnie greeted me every time and was extremely friendly. This hotel is a gem.

2026-05-20 • via Tripadvisor
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V1801SQeveg • Business
10
Incredible service and people
Pros:

Chandler and Ronnie made my stay incredible. With the amount of traveling my colleagues and I do, we all agreed we’ve never ran into a staff that was as attentive, kind, and fun as the one here.

2026-05-20 • via Tripadvisor
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Kiseri • extended_group • us
10
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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jamiepC7711FR • Business
10
Customer service
Pros:

Chandler was the best server! So incredibly personable, knew everyone’s name every single morning and their order. He also has awesome customer service, was extremely efficient and pleasant. 10/10 service, thank you for a great week!

2026-05-15 • via Tripadvisor