In the heart of downtown Gainesville, AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown offers a blend of comfort and relaxation. Unwind at the outdoor pool, explore the garden, or enjoy a drink at the bar after checking out books from the library; take advantage of in-room WiFi and express check-in for added convenience.
Stephen C. O'Connell Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Shands at the University of Florida - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Florida Museum of Natural History - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Cantina Anjeo - 6 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 2 min walk
El Indio - 4 min walk
Wawa - 5 min walk
Relish - 7 min walk
About this property
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of Florida and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a 24-hour fitness center, a fitness center, and a terrace.
At a glance
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Hotel size
144 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 32 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–11 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 2017
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
Lowered peephole/view port in door
Lowered locks/deadbolt
Height-adjustable showerhead
Grab bar near toilet
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Smart television
Netflix
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14.95 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 32 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
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Frequently asked questions
Does AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 32 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown?
You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown and nearby?
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown like?
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown is a short 4-minute walk from University of Florida and 11 minutes' walk from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
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Reviews
AC Hotel by Marriott Gainesville Downtown Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Nice hotel in a great location
Conveniently located and the rooms were nicely decorated and clean.
Thang
Thang, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Perfect place for a weekend trip to visit your college kid.
OCTAVIAN
OCTAVIAN, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Very nice hotel
Great location as we were in town for a student tour of UF. Easy to valet and check in. Very clean lobby, room and bathroom. Cool pool on rooftop with great UF views.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Great place to stay if you are visiting University of Florida Campos
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2025
It’s always great when I get to stay at AC Hotel in Gainesville.
Kristen
Kristen, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 28, 2025
Fairly run down carpets and shower but good location to UF
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
Close and convenient location. Very friendly employees and valet parking.
Miryam
Miryam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
We arrived late (2AM) and the staff was so friendly for that time of night. And gave us a much needed late checkout!
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Great hotel at UF
Perfect for visiting UF. Very close to campus and we walked to a lot of places from here. Food and coffee also within a couple minutes walk
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
The people at the front desk went out of ther way to help.
Joyce
Joyce, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
I had an amazing time but I was given a price that wasn’t what expected prior to arriving. Overall I loved it!
Shervin
Shervin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2023
very nice place to stay
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2024
Clean, well appointed, friendly and quick check in and valet parking.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2024
Great stay would repeat
irene
irene, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2024
I only stayed one night but it was perfect.
Veronica
Veronica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
Great location
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 11, 2024
Great location
BLAKE
BLAKE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2024
Great location
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Great location. Nice hotel, clean rooms, comfortable bed, nice valet guys.
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2025
Cannot thank Ashley enough for her tremendous customer service and assistance for our daughter who is stranded and needed some guidance and help.
jason
jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Hells yea
Dwight
Dwight, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 7, 2025
Breakfast was poor. Not many options. Not hot milk.
I had stayed at AC hotels many times and this is the worse experience.
Very expensive as well.
Sorry
Kenia
Kenia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2024
Nice, clean hotel close to campus. Restaurants and grocery store within walking distance.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Very nice property. Nice features, like rest rooms outside fitness area (with hand sanitizer dispensers on the door!)