The MC, Autograph Collection

Hotels
Autograph Collection
8.9 (357 reviews)
690 Bloomfield Ave , Montclair , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Clean rooms
Cons:
High prices
Restaurant service issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.98
The room was great and very clean; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.45
Staff were warmly friendly and provided good service, enhancing the guest experience.
Location
9.49
Well located hotel on Montclair’s main drag, close to mid to high-end restaurants.
Room Quality
8.94
Room quality mentioned as comfortable and good size; standard for this hotel tier.
Amenities
8.97
Amenities were good as per guest feedback, though some areas needed attention.
Value for Money
8.43
Too pricey for area and amenities; impacted overall value perception.
Food and Beverage
7.98
Negative experience with the restaurant service; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.95
Overall positive experience with some minor issues, good enough to recommend.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience 4-star luxury just 11 km from Prudential Center at The MC, Autograph Collection in Montclair. Indulge in air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities like a coffee machine and flat-screen TV.

Chic Dining and Entertainment
Unwind at the terrace, savor delectable dishes at the on-site restaurant, and sip on cocktails at the stylish bar. Perfect for a relaxing evening after exploring nearby attractions.

Convenience and Connectivity
With a 24-hour front desk and complimentary WiFi, your stay is made seamless. Explore popular landmarks like Statue of Liberty and Newark Liberty International Airport just a short distance away.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at The MC, Autograph Collection!

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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: EWR

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 357 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.98
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.49
Room Quality: 8.94
Amenities: 8.97
Value for Money: 8.43
Food and Beverage: 7.98
Overall Experience: 8.95
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Sayako family_with_children us
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Cons:

The cleanliness of the bathroom during our stay was extremely disappointing and unpleasant.

When my mother went to use the bath towel, she found a large amount of hair all over the towel. There was also hair scattered throughout the bathroom, to the point that my mother had to clean it up herself. This was completely unacceptable for a hotel room.

We immediately reported the issue to the front desk staff, but we were told that the General Manager was not at the hotel at the time and that we should contact them by email regarding the matter.

I therefore emailed the Assistant General Manager to report the incident. However, we never received an apology, an explanation, or even a response to the email. This lack of communication was extremely disappointing and made the situation even worse.

This trip was particularly meaningful to our family, as it was my parents’ last overseas vacation. We ended up staying at this hotel unexpectedly because our flight was canceled due to a hurricane. Unfortunately, what should have been a special trip has been overshadowed by this extremely unpleasant experience.

While the lack of cleanliness was unacceptable in itself, the way the hotel handled our complaint was even more disappointing. We promptly reported the issue, followed the instructions given to us by the front desk, and contacted management by email, yet we received no response whatsoever.

After this experience and the way our complaint was handled, I have no intention of ever staying at this hotel again.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Ineatha solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Israel family_with_children us
9
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Hahn family_with_children lv
9
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Quest57417282166 Business
10
Nice hotel, good location
Pros:

Fantastic location. Good downstairs bar with attentive bartenders and good food. Walked to several local restaurants and enjoyed the overall feel of the location and vibe.

2026-08-03 via Tripadvisor
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Richard couple us
8
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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juliecX6136EB Family
2
Stay Away!!!!
Pros:

Do not stay here! My nephew got married last weekend so we booked several rooms. My sister also had the after wedding party in the roof top bar. We made sure not to arrive until 4:30 (definitely not arriving before check in per their comment to book the day ahead if you think you might be early). We were met by the most rude Concierge who asked me to wait a minute while she ducked into a side room. Our rooms, including the one for my 88 year old father, weren’t ready until close to 5:45pm. Next, when I checked my bank acct. I noticed they charged me $977.00 times two for “the room hold”! Even though the rooms were paid for! Also… the roof top was beautiful BUT the food service and food were an extreme let down! They dribbled out food only when we kept asking ! The dessert was also lack luster for the crazy price ! The only positive experience is the coffee and Server in the restaurant was really nice!

2026-08-01 via Tripadvisor
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hufhaze Business
6
World Cup hangover?
Pros:

I've stayed here several times over the past couple of years as it's one of the better hotels in the area. I've left positive reviews before but this trip seems a bit lackluster.
On check-in, I noticed the chair to the desk was missing...no big deal...
But then I noticed the nightstand outlets weren't working so I investigated. The nightstand's power cable wasn't plugged in. It wasn't easy getting it in because the outlet opening could barely accommodate the size of the plug so I had to use a hanger to hammer it in but I eventually was able to get it plugged.
When I went to shower...the body wash was missing. I had 2 body cream bottles instead. Ugh, went out and bought my own anyway.
This hotel has generally been good to me and I figured it's probably the World Cup hangover and the room was hastily cleaned and rearranged or something.

2026-07-24 via Tripadvisor
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Dionne couple us
9
The hotel was clean and comfortable- the staff were nice and attentive- location is great parking not so nice but they m
Pros:

Location and its proximity to walk to shops and restaurants.

Cons:

The parking situation wasn’t ideal.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Arroyo couple pr
10
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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ahoistad Family Washington DC, District of Columbia
4
Hotel better than the staff
Pros:

Mixed feelings about this one. On the plus side, the hotel is quite new with fresh, modern rooms, and it’s reasonably priced. They also have a fantastic rooftop with genuinely good pizza.

Unfortunately the service really let it down. The restaurant staff seemed more interested in their phones than the guests — it took 30 minutes to get two coffees and a juice, and when it finally arrived they’d forgotten one of the coffees while the other was lukewarm. The day before, we waited almost 30 minutes just to be seated, even though the restaurant was nearly empty.

It was also disappointing that we weren’t informed in advance that both the rooftop and the fitness area would be closed all weekend for a private event.

Overall, a good hotel that needs new staff.

2026-07-05 via Tripadvisor
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Coastal60035112959 Family Norway
6
Nice hotel- service could improve
Pros:

Nice and clean room, new rooms with nice new bathrooms and good pricing.

At booking/check-in we were not told that the much advertised rooftop and the gym was closed for guests the entire weekend. This was parts of the reasons for booking for us.

Food/breakfast at the lobby restaurant was good- but service was very slow so be sure to have ample time. At one pont a drip coffee tok 30mins..

Poor information

2026-07-05 via Tripadvisor
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cesar arturo couple co
10
Excelente
Pros:

Buenas instalaciones y excelente atención

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Elpern Family
4
Fundamental disrespect for their own guests
Pros:

Our stay at The MC Hotel revealed something more concerning than a single bad weekend—it exposed what appears to be a management culture where the guest experience is no longer the priority.

The problems started immediately. Our room had crumbs on the floor, and the housekeeping manager acknowledged it had clearly not been vacuumed. While mistakes happen, what stood out throughout our stay was a pattern of poor management rather than isolated incidents.

Staff repeatedly treated guests as inconveniences instead of valued customers. The attached photo shows one individual directing guests to move out of the lobby without introducing herself, explaining the situation, or offering any apology. A well-managed hotel would have empowered staff to say, “We’re sorry for the inconvenience. Please enjoy a complimentary drink while we temporarily restrict this area.” Instead, guests were simply ordered to leave.

The gym was closed to paying guests and we were told to use another gym down the road. The lobby became unusable for hours, stairwells were closed, and even the lobby restroom was inaccessible at times. None of this was communicated before our arrival, leaving guests to discover after check-in that many of the amenities and common areas they paid for were unavailable.

The issue isn’t that the hotel hosted a high-profile group. Hotels do that all the time. The issue is that management appeared willing to inconvenience paying guests without proper communication, planning, or hospitality. Long-term guest trust should never take a back seat to a VIP event.

We canceled the third night of our stay because we no longer felt we were receiving the Marriott experience we booked.

If you’re considering staying here, ask before booking whether any special events, VIP groups, or buyouts will affect access to the lobby, gym, or other amenities. Based on our experience, don’t assume the hotel will tell you in advance.

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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Ellington couple us
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Jacklyn couple us
8
I will definitely recommend.
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

The staff was wonderful, especially housekeeping and Melon. The only thing that gave me pause, there was a fairly large brown stain on the carpet in our room.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Juanita couple us
10
Excellent stay as always
Pros:

Locstion and room quality

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Vladimir couple us
10
Amazing and very comfortable
Pros:

Very clean !!

Cons:

More streaming apps for the smart tvs

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Jody couple us
8
Will stay again
Pros:

Very clean attractive good location for us

Cons:

Restaurant was okay

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Catherine solo_traveller us
9
2026-06-12 via Nuitee