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AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

100 East Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, 85281, Arizona, United States

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown is a 4-star hotel in Tempe, Arizona, United States. The property sits about 2mi from Tempe’s city center, at 100 East Rio Salado Parkway. With 171 reviews, guests often note the value, with rates starting from $125 per night.

Inside, the experience blends modern comfort with practical perks: a restaurant and bar, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and free WiFi. In-room entertainment includes a streaming service (like Netflix), while soundproof rooms, air conditioning, a terrace, a sun deck, and a lake view contribute to a relaxed stay. Free toiletries, a bathtub, and 24-hour front desk support add convenience, and live music performances are offered free of charge.

Pet-friendly options are available with extra charges, and private parking or on-site parking comes with additional fees. Accessibility is prioritized with wheelchair access, elevator access to upper floors, and non-smoking rooms. Meeting or banquet facilities (extra charges) and a free business center suit both corporate travelers and groups.

AC Kitchen serves American fare for on-site dining, while a rooftop outdoor pool tops the day with a sun deck and lake views. Inside, the vibe stays fresh and convenient with soundproof rooms, air conditioning, a terrace, and in-room entertainment that includes a streaming service.

For downtime and workouts, a fitness center and free WiFi keep pace with adventures, and a 24-hour front desk provides round-the-clock assistance. Free live music performances add a little extra sparkle, and practical touches like free toiletries and a bathtub round out the refreshed, relaxed vibe.

Business-ready spaces include meeting or banquet facilities (extra charges) and a free business center for corporate plans. Pets are welcome with additional charges, and parking options—private or on-site—carry extra fees.

Closest airports

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

3.5mi

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport

17.8mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Bathtub

Balcony

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

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Suite Corner, King Size, 1 Bedroom, Sofa, Balcony

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

525 sqft

Balcony

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x5

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Corner (1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed) is 527 square feet and includes balcony, desk, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, and safe.

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King Room, Sofa

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

340 sqft

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x3

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed) is 344 square feet and includes desk, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, and safe.

Corner King Suite in AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

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Suite Corner

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

525 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

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This suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

King Room with Lake View in AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

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King Room, Lake View

1 King Size Bed

340 sqft

Lake view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

+

More details

This double room has air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and lake views. The unit has 1 bed.

Double Room with Two Double Beds in AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

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Room - 2 Double

2 Double Beds

340 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Refrigerator

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More details

Room, 2 Double Beds is 344 square feet and includes desk, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, and safe.

King Room with Sofa Bed and Adapted Tub - Mobility and Hearing Accessible in AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

King Room, Accessible, Sofa

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

+

More details

The unit has 2 beds.

King Room in AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Refrigerator

x4

+

x3

More details

Double Room with Lake View in AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

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Room - 2 Double, Lake View

2 Double Beds

345 sqft

Lake view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

+

More details

Suite Corner, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

1 Double Bed

1 King Size Bed

Balcony

+

More details

Room - 2 Double, Accessible

2 Double Beds

x4

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x3

More details

Room Accessible Two Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

x8

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x5

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Suite One Bedroom

King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

x4

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x3

More details

Guest reviews

8.7

171 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Heath

8.2

January 2025

The check-in was quick; we could park in a parking garage next door and were given a parking pass for the night. Breakfast was healthy and delicious with a variety of options. The fitness center was small but adequate for a quick jog, stretch, and lift.

This is not the fault of the hotel, but when we walked to downtown Tempe and back to check out the nightlife, there was a staggering amount of homeless or vagrants in the area. On the way home it was a little sketchy and one of the homeless men was bent over next to the sidewalk with his pants down. It was a little sad to see this with the contrast of self-driving cars and college kids everywhere, but many people didn't seem to mind.

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Georgia

8.2

March 2025

The pillows were very comfortable, the bed was great. Mine didn't squeak at all but the other bed did every time you moved. The front desk receptionists were all amazing, shoutout Ronnie.

The parking was for a fee that I was not aware of until I was back home and looked at the bill. That should probably be mentioned or displayed better when booking/checking in.

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Debbie

10

January 2024

All staff were professional and courteous.

The hotel is right in the flight path of the airport and it was nearly impossible to sleep. The airplane noise all day and night was atrocious and I was there ten days. Loved the facility but hated dealing with low, low airplane noise. It was close to everything I wanted to do.

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Jovanni

10

September 2023

1. Location! Stayed here for Boots in the Park country music festival at Tempe Beach Park. It was a block away. Easily walked to & from the 2 day festival. Mill Ave is also 1 block away. Walked to nearby eateries & shopping stores. 2. Staff! Very pleasant, courteous, & professional staff at all times. 3. Rooftop pool! Need I say less? Privacy for tanning poolside. Great view of the mountain hike & of the river.

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Amanda

10

April 2025

The hotel/location was amazing, walking distance from Mill St. Staff was okay. I forgot the lady who checked us in, she was super welcoming. The others didn’t quite acknowledge us until we approached them and asked for help but over all was amazing.

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Jamie

10

April 2023

The front desk staff was phenomenal amazing 👏

The bar tender Connie skipped us and helped another patron that showed up after us and she also had us wait longer so she can get some food for others from the kitchen. Until i asked her for her name she asked why and I mentioned what she did she walked away with an attitude, telling other patrons what I mentioned to her they laughed it off. I then told my husband we should go I didn't want to deal with that kind of treatment.

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Erin

9.1

May 2024

Very clean, staff was amazing! Great location in a walkable area with quick access to the trail around the river.

Our beds were so creaky, we would wake each other up rolling over. Our AC didn’t work when we got there but the maintenance tech came quickly and fixed it.

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Loretta

10

May 2023

I liked the location, the room was very clean and the pool was awesome. Staff were very friendly, I love staying in this area, close to the lake, next time we will try to climb the hill behind the motel. Great view from the pool. :)

I did not like climbing the stairs to get to my car in the garage and having to pay for the fee. Also it would be nice to include the breakfast with the cost of the stay.

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Arlene

8.2

September 2023

Nice view and the room was very clean.

I wanted to request another little bottle of lotion and couldn’t figure out how to ask the front desk for another. Didn’t show on the phone who to call and the tv didn’t give any instruction either. Bartender was super nice and welcoming but the front desk girl was hardly welcoming.

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Jorene

8.2

November 2023

Close to a nice walking trail along the water

Asked for room to be cleaned… didn’t happen. Floors were some sort of synthetic wood rather than carpet which is probably a good idea- but the floor wasn’t clean. Kept my shoes or socks on at all times.

Points of Interest Around AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

Attractions

Tempe

0.5mi

Phoenix Zoo

1.9mi

Desert Botanical Gardens

2.2mi

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Arizona

3.5mi

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)

4.3mi

Old Town Scottsdale

4.4mi

Scottsdale Fashion Square

5.1mi

Camelback Mountain

6.7mi

Heritage Square

7.5mi

Arizona Science Center

7.6mi

Wrigley Mansion

8.2mi

South Mountain Park

10.2mi

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

15.7mi

Superstition Mountains

25.2mi

Lost Dutchman State Park

26.4mi

Restaurants

AC Kitchen

Cuisines

  • American

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Rooftop

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Bathtub

Balcony

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

Does AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown allow guests to stay with pets?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown. They allow pets, although charges may apply.

What are the check-in and check-out times at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown?

For AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown, you can check in after 03:00 PM and the check-out deadline is 11:00 AM.

Is there parking at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown?

Yes, there is parking available at the AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown. The hotel offers private on-site parking at a price of $20 per day, and there is no need to make a parking reservation.

How much does a stay at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown cost?

Starting prices for AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown are around $125. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown?

The AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown offers a variety of room types, including Corner King Suites, Double Rooms with Two Double Beds, King Rooms, and Double Rooms with Lake Views. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms range in size from 344 sqft to 527 sqft, and they can accommodate 4 adults and 3 children. The bed options include King size beds, Double beds, and Sofa beds.

How can guests spend their time at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown?

Guests at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown can spend their time indulging in a variety of leisure amenities. They can take a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool, or lounge on the beach chairs/loungers by the poolside. They can also enjoy live music and performances at the hotel, providing them with entertainment for the evening. For those who wish to maintain their fitness routine, there is a fitness center available.

In terms of dining options, guests can dine at Restaurant #1, which is located on-site.

Additionally, the hotel offers a rooftop pool, providing guests with a unique experience of swimming while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Overall, guests have plenty of options to relax, stay active, and enjoy their time at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown.

Does AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown have a pool for guests?

The hotel has one pool available. The pool is an outdoor rooftop pool that is open all year round.

Is there an in-house restaurant at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown?

The AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown provides information about the availability of one restaurant on site. Unfortunately, the specific restaurant name is not provided.

What methods of payment does AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown accept?

The AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown does not accept cash as a form of payment. However, they do accept major credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express, as well as UnionPay.

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