AC Hotel Brand by Marriott
AC Hotel brand is a sophisticated hotel designed for business travelers.

If I must to stay at a large brand hotel, the AC Hotel Brand is a favorite. Why? They design their rooms with open layouts, minimal clutter, and easy access to necessities like outlets and a shower control on the opposite side of the shower head (did you know this was a thing?) In my experience, they often have a rooftop bar— not always, but often. I love rooftop bars. I want to enjoy a nice cocktail with a view when I’m away from home on business.
Not all AC hotel rooms are exactly the same, although they can be very similar. I like knowing what to expect to some degree, but I appreciate that they may have slight differences. The anticipation of that difference is nice. AC Hotels have a degree of sophistication, without the loud and edgy vibe of some hipster hotels. They are beautiful and sophisticated. AC Hotels feel more like they are designed for business professionals, both young and old, rather than for families or young adults out to party. I often see men and women in the lobby or lounge with their laptops open, deeply in concentration.
Here are two ac hotels where I have recently stayed and what I liked about them.
AC Hotel Orlando Downtown
333 South Garland Avenue, Orlando, Florida, USA, 32801
Is there something that blew me away?
The AC Sky Bar, situated off the lobby on the 18th floor, offered a breathtaking view of downtown Orlando, allowing me to see for miles and even catch a glimpse of the fireworks from the Disney parks.
Were there food options?
Yes, the AC Sky Bar offers a full menu, wine, and cocktails and is open for lunch and dinner.
The AC Kitchen serves breakfast in the lobby in the morning. I didn’t have breakfast there.
The AC Lounge offers lunch and dinner.
How are the rooms?
They are elegant with a hint of European design. Sleek and simple, clean and crisp. The beds are perfect, the bathrooms bright. They always have a desk to work at, which is convenient for business travelers like me.
AC Hotel Charlotte SouthPark
1824 ROXBOROUGH ROAD, CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA, USA, 28211
What stood out?
I was impressed by the spacious suite, featuring a separate sitting room, a bedroom with its doors for privacy, and two bathrooms.
Yes, the rooftop bar, Cordial, has a large patio. It also offers indoor seating more intimate seating along the edges of the interior, providing cover from any rain.
How was the location?
It was in a quiet area, 6 miles from the center of Charlotte. The hotel offers bicycles to guests for exploring the area.
OVERALL
If you’ve been following me for some time, you know that I love a good, unique hotel. Even though AC Hotels by Marriott is a large brand with many hotels across various cities, they maintain a common standard. However, they are different and sophisticated enough for me to like them, especially for the amenities they offer business travelers.


To see more of my favorite hotels, check out Best Boutique Hotels in the US and The Grand Beacon Hotel in San Francisco.