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Very Good
4.5/5
Based on 221 guest reviews
- We have an indoor pool ready for use
- Fitness / Gym is on-site
- 150 rooms in property
- Hotel has 4 floors
- Hotel has 6 suites
- Check-in: 3:00pm
- Group score of 10.0/10
- 10 conference rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
AC Hotel is located on the largest green space in Cambridge with conservation land that offers biking and walking trails. Enjoy our convenient location with access to downtown Boston, Harvard Square and much more through the Alewife Train Station just a 5 minute walk away. Also enjoy easy access to Route 2 or a 1 1/2 mile walk to Davis Square.
Landmarks and Location of AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge
Verified Reviews of AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Convenient clean friendly staff."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Everyone was pleasant and accommodating. Extras of having access to washer dryers and microwaves as well as beautiful park close by.
Tina F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
13-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 09 to Thu Jul 11 2024 at a $247.20 average nightly rate. 
"Vary good place to stay."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
A clean and quiet room and comfy bed. The breakfast buffet has excellent choices, particularly the chia/mango confection. Lovely park nearby and adjacent garage which was free with validation from the desk.
Felicity T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
26-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jun 20 to Sun Jun 23 2024 at a $293.16 average nightly rate. "Comfy Beds"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
The bed was comfortable.
Nancy F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
13-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 10 to Sat May 11 2024 at a $323.20 average nightly rate. "Great Customer Service"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Have been staying here weekly since December. Front desk people were very helpful. Actually went and found me a phone charger when I forgot mine.
Beth C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
05-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jan 30 to Fri Feb 02 2024 at a $191.66 average nightly rate. "The accommodations were very clean and peaceful."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The accommodations were very clean and peaceful. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom spacious. Hotel staff was excellent. Breakfast buffet was excellent.
Miriam Z. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Jul-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jul 13 to Sun Jul 16 2023 at a $253.66 average nightly rate. Property Description
Experience a new way to hotel at the AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge. An entirely new hotel concept with European descent brings a refined, design-led lifestyle experience in our timeless, modern designed spaces. Opened in October 2016 as the 10th AC Hotel in the United States, the AC Hotel is located in North Cambridge, steps away from the Alewife train station and 3 miles from Harvard University. Built from the ground up with a visionary spirit and designers' eye, the hotel features 150 thoughtfully designed guestrooms to 4,800 square feet of modern event space, the AC Hotel is perfect for the business traveler to the weekend getaway. Featuring complimentary Wi-Fi everywhere, flexible work space, a mini refrigerator, as well as a 51-inch LED flat-screen internet TV in every guestroom. With our internet TVs access your Netflix and Hulu away from home. The hotel provides a complimentary state of the art 24/7 fitness facility as well as an invigorating salt water pool.In the morning indulge in our European style breakfast at our AC Kitchen with freshly baked all butter croissants, individual quiches, sliced fruit, yogurt, charcuterie and much more. At night unwind with a signature cocktail or locally brewed beer at our AC Lounge serving small plates. AC Hotel. A New Way To Hotel.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00pm |
| Check Out: | 3:00pm |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2016 |
| Floors: | 4 |
| Rooms: | 150 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 150 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 6 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 10 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 9551 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 140 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 5.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 4:30pm- 11pm |
| Pool Info: Indoor heated salt water pool open from 7am to 10pm. | |
| Ownership: | Colwen Hotels |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 48 hour cancellation policy | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0.00 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 50% |
| Total Taxes: | 14.45% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 7.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 14.45% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 7.00% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 7.00% |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Parking Fee: | 10.00 Per Night (Self Park) |
| Cleaning Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Gym Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 7.00% |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 20.00% |
| Banquet Labor Fees: | 14.00% |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 75.00 Per Hour |
| Chef Attendant Fees: | 100.00 Per Night |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 21.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 29.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 36.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 36.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 36.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 56.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 57.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 80.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Soda: | 4.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 5.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 18.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 20.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Central location
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Electric Car Charging Station
- Electronic key card
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Garage
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Jogging path
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
Airport & Shuttle Information
Boston Logan International Airport is a short 30 minute drive from the hotel.
Local Shuttle Info: A complimentary AC Hotel shuttle will travel a 3 miles radius to any given location. The shuttle can accommodate 11 people at a time.
Breakfast Information
Breakfast is offered daily in our AC Kitchen open from 6:30am to 10am Monday thru Friday and 7am to 11am on Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy our European style breakfast for only $16 per person. Inquiry for group discounts on breakfast.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
$18 self parking / $20 valet parking
Internet / WiFI
Wi-Fi is complimentary everywhere
About AC Hotels
- Catered to business and leisure travelers with 80+ hotels in North America and internationally including Brazil, Denmark, France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Turkey.
- The AC Lounge has the perfect open floor plan to blend as a daytime working space and at night, the ideal hangout spot to enjoy delicious tapas plates, hand-crafted beers and specialty cocktails from locally trained bartenders. The AC Kitchen is the go-to breakfast spot for European dishes sure to delight any guest.
- AC Hotels offers innovative room layouts for corporate programs, meeting and conference rooms, and facilities for weddings.
- European-inspired guest rooms are smoke free and each have an open-concept design with essential amenities including free high-speed WiFi, spacious work stations, plush bedding, and modern furnishings. Business services, a 24-hour fitness center, and mobile check-in/check-out services are also available.
- Earn and redeem Marriott Rewards for free hotel stays, airline mileage, and other great rewards. All Marriott Rewards members receive a dedicated 24/7 customer service line, complimentary wired and wireless internet service, and priority late check-out at no additional cost.
The AC Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Start your day with freshly baked pastries and coffee at this charming cafe located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Legal Sea Foods - Indulge in fresh seafood and New England classics at this iconic restaurant located 1 mile from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Cheesecake Factory - Enjoy a wide variety of delicious dishes at this popular restaurant located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Harvard University - Explore the historic campus and immerse yourself in the rich academic atmosphere of one of the world's most prestigious universities. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Cafe Luna - Enjoy a hearty breakfast with a Mediterranean twist at this local favorite located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Mamma Maria - Delight in authentic Italian cuisine and homemade pasta at this charming restaurant located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Oleana - Experience Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in a cozy setting at this highly acclaimed restaurant located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Fenway Park - Catch a baseball game or take a tour of this historic ballpark, home to the Boston Red Sox. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Flour Bakery + Cafe - Start your day with delectable pastries and sandwiches at this beloved bakery located 1.1 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Neptune Oyster - Indulge in a variety of seafood delicacies at this popular seafood spot located 2.2 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Union Oyster House - Dine at America's oldest continuously operating restaurant and savor fresh seafood specialties. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Freedom Trail - Embark on a historical journey along this 2.5-mile trail that highlights Boston's rich history and landmarks. The trail starts 1.8 miles from the hotel.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge.
Feel free to use the AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Cambridge event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Alewife | 46 x 41 x 11 | 1886 | 140/-- | 98 | 99 | 56 | 40 | 50 | 12/-- | 180 | 250 | 189 |
Close This AlewifeRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1886 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 46 x 41 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Alewife A | 23 x 41 x 11 | 943 | 64/-- | 56 | 48 | 24 | 20 | 20 | 6/-- | 80 | 90 | -- |
Close This Alewife ARoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 943 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 23 x 41 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Alewife B | 23 x 41 x 11 | 943 | 64/-- | 56 | 48 | 24 | 20 | 20 | 6/-- | 80 | 100 | -- |
Close This Alewife BRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 943 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 23 x 41 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Forrester Boardroom | 21 x 13 x 11 | 273 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Forrester BoardroomRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 273 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 21 x 13 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Discovery Boardroom | 21 x 14 x 11 | 294 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Discovery BoardroomRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 294 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 21 x 14 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Power Outlets: 2 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Outdoor Patio | 33 x 37 x 0 | 1221 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 70 | -- |
Close This Outdoor PatioRoom Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 1221 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 33 x 37 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| AC Lounge/Kitchen | 41 x 41 x 11 | 943 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 50 | -- |
Close This AC Lounge/KitchenRoom Type: Restaurant / Lounge Total Size: 943 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 41 x 41 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 7 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Pre-Function Space | 14 x 74 x 0 | 1036 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 96 | -- |
Close This Pre-Function SpaceRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1036 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 14 x 74 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Media Salon | 14 x 9 x 11 | 126 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 8 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Media SalonRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 126 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 14 x 9 x 11 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 2 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Alewife AB | 41 x 46 x 0 | 1886 | --/-- | -- | 100 | -- | 44 | -- | --/-- | 180 | 48 | -- |
Close This Alewife ABRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1886 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 41 x 46 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge have?
There are 150 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge?
Yes, they have 10 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge?
Breakfast is offered daily in our AC Kitchen open from 6:30am to 10am Monday thru Friday and 7am to 11am on Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy our European style breakfast for only $16 per person. Inquiry for group discounts on breakfast.
What parking is available at AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge?
$18 self parking / $20 valet parking
How much does internet cost?
Wi-Fi is complimentary everywhere
Is there a gym at AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor heated salt water pool open from 7am to 10pm..
Testimonials:
"Words cannot express how easy this process was to secure the rooms for my guests. This was by far the easiest planning that I have yet to do for my wedding." K.A. - Pittsburgh, PA
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