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AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star Mediterranean hotel near North Carolina State University

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A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, built-in shelves, and a central island.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and bar area with stools.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the city.
A modern hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering city views, and a contemporary ceiling design.
A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a fireplace, and a city view at dusk.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

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9 GLENWOOD AVENUE, Raleigh, NC, 27603
  • Place, Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Red Hat Amphitheater
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina State University
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a long bench, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a floor lamp.

Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Murphy Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the city.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Campus View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the city.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the city.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible (Campus View)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the city.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Campus View)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Campus View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, City View (Mobility Accessible with Bathtub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, City View (Mobility Accessible with Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Campus View)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Campus View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premium Studio, City View

A modern hotel room with a long bench, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a floor lamp.

Premium Studio, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Murphy Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Raleigh

Midtown Raleigh stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Midtown Raleigh hotel, you'll find Morgan Street Food Hall and Boylan Bridge. Joel Lane Museum House and CAM Raleigh are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • North Carolina State Capitol - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Red Hat Amphitheater - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • North Carolina State University - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Raleigh Union Station - 9 min walk
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tin Roof - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Flying Saucer Draught Emporium - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Avenue - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Brass Tap - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Char-Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown

3.5-star Mediterranean hotel near North Carolina State University
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Raleigh hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 146 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 2021
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown offers 146 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This Raleigh hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 21 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Full 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 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

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 stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

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 noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 16.00 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 21 per night (in/out privileges)

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, 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

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.

Property is also known as

AC Hotel Raleigh Downtown
Ac By Marriott Raleigh Raleigh
AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown Hotel
AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown Raleigh
AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown Hotel Raleigh

Frequently asked questions

How close is AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown to the airport?

AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown is 12.6 mi (21-min drive) away from the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown?

As of Oct 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown on Oct 11, 2026 start from $239, 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 Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown.

Does AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 16.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown?

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

Is there free parking at AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 21 per night.

Does AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown have a pool?

AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown does not have a pool.

Does AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown have a restaurant?

AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown is home to The Willard Rooftop Bar, which features American cuisine and light fare.

Does AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown to downtown Raleigh?

AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown is 0.5 mi away from Raleigh.

AC Hotel by Marriott Raleigh Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 154 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the AC hotel‼️ I would recommend it and plan to stay again when visiting Raleigh
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Fantastic rooftop bar!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Clean and cozy enough for a short weekend. Nestled right by tons of night life, food & shopping, and entertainment! Bar service could use work, but it’s a fun time as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience overall
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I went back to AC hotel because of the cleanliness and they didn’t disappoint. They will always be my first choice in any city/state they are available. I enjoyed every second.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing, staff was very helpful and respectful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My experience from check-in to check out was excellent. Would definitely recommend and would use the hotel again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice shower and very nice rooftop restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great hotel!

Great staff! Clean, comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The room wasn't what we expected. We expected 2 queen beds and a sofa.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was supper nice and hotel very clean. Would stay here again. Stayed for Valentine’s Day only 1 night. Only minor issue was we were on 6th floor on end of the hallway and it was a little noisy either from the rooftop bar or the one beside the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Room was one of the nicest we've stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay.

Hotel is great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, modern hotel that was VERY CLEAN
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hallway to my room smelled awful. bed was hard, not comfortable. But other than that, my stay was okay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, staff was super friendly and helpful and the property is immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was not a king and restaurant staff was bad.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Downtown area perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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