AC Hotels by Marriott Charlotte City Center

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Spectrum Center

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Terrace/patio
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Daily buffet breakfast (USD 16 per person)
Reception
Rooftop bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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220 East Trade Street, Suite 500, Charlotte, NC, 28202
  • Place, Queen City Quarter
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spectrum Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Charlotte Convention Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(116 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

  • City view
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Charlotte

City center stay.At this Uptown Charlotte hotel, you'll be steps from Spectrum Center and within a 15-minute walk of Charlotte Convention Center. Queen City Quarter and Bank of America Corporate Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Queen City Quarter - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Spectrum Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Charlotte Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • NASCAR Hall of Fame - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bank of America Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Charlotte Transportation Center Station - 1 min walk
  • Charlotte Station - 8 min drive
  • Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Midnight Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Flight Deck - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪RedEye Diner - ‬1 min walk

About this property

AC Hotels by Marriott Charlotte City Center

3.5-star hotel near Spectrum Center
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2728 square feet (253 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly AC by Marriott Charlotte. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Charlotte hotel is smoke free.

  • 184 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 2728 sq ft of conference space
  • 253 sq m of conference space
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
AC by Marriott Charlotte offers 184 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. 47-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 34 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 42 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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 16 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

  • Pets: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 16 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 34 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 42 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

AC Marriott Charlotte Hotel
AC Marriott Charlotte
AC by Marriott Charlotte Hotel
AC by Marriott Charlotte Charlotte
AC by Marriott Charlotte Hotel Charlotte

Frequently asked questions

How close is AC by Marriott Charlotte to the airport?

AC by Marriott Charlotte is 10.2 mi (20-min drive) away from the Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at AC Hotels by Marriott Charlotte City Center?

As of Apr 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AC Hotels by Marriott Charlotte City Center on Apr 19, 2026 start from $175, including 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.

Does AC by Marriott Charlotte have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at AC by Marriott Charlotte.

Does AC by Marriott Charlotte offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at AC by Marriott Charlotte, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 16 for adults and USD 12 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at AC by Marriott Charlotte?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at AC by Marriott Charlotte?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at AC by Marriott Charlotte?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 34 per day, and valet parking for USD 42 per day.

Does AC by Marriott Charlotte have a pool?

AC by Marriott Charlotte does not have a pool.

Does AC by Marriott Charlotte have a restaurant?

AC by Marriott Charlotte is home to AC Lounge, which features Mediterranean cuisine.

Does AC by Marriott Charlotte have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is AC by Marriott Charlotte to downtown Charlotte?

AC by Marriott Charlotte is 0.1 mi away from Charlotte.

AC by Marriott Charlotte Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 873 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1206 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Soacious room, nice facilities, front desk staff were super kind and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert S

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Brianne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not the cleanest, and the beds were rock hard. Towels were hard and thin.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ajorie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Few issues in the bathroom but nothing that would cause me to stay again.i seen a guy with towels in the elevator and he brought them to us with no problem.room was clean. Location was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Omid

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flavia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Reception was super friendly and helpful. Hotel is really clean. I always look for hotels without carpet and this was perfect. Location is prime with plenty of food options walking distance from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diamadis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice. The staff was kind and very helpful. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mechelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place, great staff, and great food. My family and I enjoyed our stay. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Crystal, Virginia Beach

Disliked: Staff & service
We believe a Stanger walked into our room before 10am. The front desk said ir could have been h
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything I expected and more!! A must go and stay experience!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025