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AC Hotel by Marriott Chicago Downtown
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Sleek hotel with modern comfort, offering stylish rooms and a short walk to the Mag Mile. Enjoy amenities like complimentary WiFi, a fitness center and indoor pool. Grab a cocktail at The Market and enjoy sights of Chicago!

What You Get

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  • Stay for two in a classic king room, four in a classic two-double room or superior king room, or six in a superior two-double room

Hotel at a Glance: AC Hotel Chicago Downtown

This stylish hotel, located a block from Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile and just half a mile from the Chicago Riverwalk, blends fashion with function. Rooms feature sleek, neutral furnishings, wood floors, and crisp white linens. Amenities include complimentary WiFi, USB ports, workspaces, a fitness center, and a heated indoor pool.

  • Stay updated with friends, family, and business partners thanks to the complimentary WiFi.
  • Make a splash in the heated indoor pool, and look at the skylight above allows for skyline views.
  • Grab a bite in your room. The property has partnered with Butler delivery service to offer in-room delivery. Available from 6:30am until 11pm
  • Stretch your muscles on the yoga mats in the fitness center, or use the weights and cardio equipment to get a proper workout.
  • Take a stroll to the nearby Magnificent Mile for upscale fashion and spectacular architecture.

Chicago's Magnificent Mile: Upscale Boutiques and Historic Architecture

On Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, landmark skyscrapers such as the John Hancock Center and the Wrigley Building tower over the city's liveliest retail corridor. In total, this stretch of high-end real estate houses some 460 stores, ranging from exclusive designers such as Armani and Chanel to beloved brands including Apple, American Girl, and Gap. Double-decker buses and horse-drawn carriages circle the Chicago Water Tower, a limestone icon that survived the Great Chicago Fire, and droves of shoppers navigate eight levels of boutiques and cafés at the nearby Water Tower Place.

Lake Shore Drive runs two blocks east of Michigan Avenue. Travel + Leisure calls this stretch “the greatest architecture road on earth” thanks to the superstar skyscrapers lined up along the lakefront. The adjoining Lakefront Trail draws runners and cyclists year-round. Just a mile and a half north, North Avenue Beach is a summer hotspot for volleyball, people-watching, and live music at beachfront bars. A short bus ride away, Museum Campus features the Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, and the Field Museum—three must-see cultural gems. You can get to the beach (and practically anywhere else in the city) using Chicago's extensive public transportation system.

Room Details

Classic King Room

  • One king bed
  • Standard occupancy: 2
  • Maximum occupancy: 2

Classic Two-Double Room

  • Two double beds
  • Standard occupancy: 4
  • Maximum occupancy: 4

Superior King Room

  • One king bed and one sofa bed
  • Standard occupancy: 4
  • Maximum occupancy: 4

Superior Two-Double Room

  • Two double beds and one sofa bed
  • Standard occupancy: 6
  • Maximum occupancy: 6

Hotel Policies

  • Check in: 4 p.m.
  • Check out: 11 a.m.
  • Parking: self parking available for an additional $60 per day.
  • Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property.
  • Pet policy: up to two pets may be added for an additional $50 per pet per stay.
  • Accessibility: please contact property for handicap accessibility requests or options.
  • Room upgrades: upgrades may be available during booking or at check-in for an additional cost.

Amenities

  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Indoor heated pool
  • Rooms featuring mini-fridges, and bottled water
  • AC Lounge (open for dinner & cocktails)
  • AC Kitchen (open for breakfast)
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Convenience store

Getting There

  • Nearest airports: Midway International (MDW; 13 mi) and O'Hare International (ORD; 17 mi)
  • Cab fare: about $40 from MDW, including 15% tip; $50 from ORD, including 15% tip
  • Nearest transit: Ontario and Wabash bus stop; Grand Red Line stop via CTA

Need to know info

  • 24-hour cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable
  • No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate
  • Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in
  • No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in
  • Must be 21+ to check in
  • Credit card required at check-in
  • Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability
  • Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased
  • Final price at checkout may include an additional Groupon service fee, which Groupon retains as compensation for facilitating your reservation; this fee will not exceed 6% of the nightly cost of the reservation.
  • Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
  • Learn about Strike-Through Pricing and Savings

About AC Hotel by Marriott Chicago Downtown

Customer Reviews

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Monica
3 ratings|2 reviews
Clean room, no carpet was a plus, nice and quiet and the rate was reasonable.
Nicole
1 rating|1 review
Staff was excellent! Breakfast buffet was disappointing but staff made the experience worthwhile
karin
Top reviewer
26 ratings|15 reviews
Good hotel, great price and great location
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francoisek421
|1 review
An Out-of-Body Hospitality Experience! In today’s fast-paced world, truly exceptional service feels rare—but our recent experience with the AC Hotel Chicago Downtown proved otherwise. As we prepare for our group’s upcoming stay next month, we reached out to the property for some practical information. While the hotel doesn’t have a concierge, we were incredibly lucky to connect with the Uber-Fantastic Front Desk Supervisor, Emily. Emily went above and beyond answering every question with professionalism, warmth, and genuine pleasure. Her attention to detail and positive energy completely blew us away. It wasn’t just helpful; it was memorable. We’ve always appreciated the amazing staff at this property—Vee, Kimm, Lissett from Sales, and so many others who consistently deliver with kindness and efficiency. But experiencing Emily’s stellar service was a powerful reminder that this hotel isn’t just about clean rooms, great food, and prime location—it’s the true definition of GREAT HOSPITALITY. Can’t wait to be back soon!
MadeintheD
|1 review
Great Family stay !!!! My family recently spent several nights at the AC Hotel for a large family event, booking three separate rooms. From the moment we texted our request to have the rooms together, the front desk team was incredibly helpful. When we arrived, the check-in experience was just as great—the staff was friendly, welcoming, and had arranged for all three rooms to be in a quiet area of the hotel, which we truly appreciated. As a Lifetime Gold Bonvoy member, I’m often surprised by how many hotels no longer offer fresh coffee in the mornings, so it was a pleasant surprise to not only have coffee available but also fruit and pastries—a thoughtful touch. All three rooms were spotless and spacious, and the housekeeping staff was wonderful, greeting us each morning with kindness. After staying at many different hotels in Chicago, my family has officially found our new favorite. Thank you for a fantastic stay! We look forward to returning.
titaniumtinatips
|1 review
Disappointing The location of the hotel is the only benefit. We had a multitude of issues with our stay. Upon arrival, the room smelled strongly of marijuana (blended with Febreeze, likely used to try and mask the smell) and there were a bunch of hairs in the bathtub. There was a loud air vent right outside our door that never stopped making noise. The group in the room adjoined to ours was incredibly loud blasting music late at night and it took security 30 minutes to come when we called to report them. The marijuana smell continued to return in our bathroom throughout our stay, prompting us to assume it was coming either from the adjacent stairwell or through the vents - a pervasive issue. The "lounge" is not a concierge lounge / M Club, but just a paid bar with a microwave. At checkout, we had a strange charge on our bill from the bar. I informed the front desk that we did not ever get anything from the bar and wanted the charge removed...they told me they would have to investigate and get back to me. They found a receipt where someone put my room number and scribbled a random signature. With great difficulty, I finally convinced them it was not us and they removed the charge. Would have happily reviewed the security footage with them to prove it was not us if needed, but what happened to "the customer is always right"? As a titanium guest (& platinum for life), I was really grossed out and disappointed by my stay here and would not stay here again. It gives the vibe of a budget hotel. With SO many hotels in the immediate area, including many other far superior Marriotts with great rates, no reason to put up with any of this.

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