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AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

401 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, USA, 55401
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About us

Discover the new AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown. Located in the Hennepin Theatre District, our guests enjoy thoughtful service and a modern mindset that elevates every travel experience. From check-in to check-out, we’ve carefully curated each element of our hotel to provide a sophisticated retreat that’s rich in style and substance. Our contemporary rooms feature upscale amenities including Smart TVs - feature the latest in entertainment applications (Hulu, Netflix, etc) along with mini-fridges and complimentary high-speed internet access. You’ll also enjoy European breakfast from the AC Kitchen along with tapas and evening drinks at the chic AC Lounge. Ideally situated within walking distance of the Target Center and Nicollet Mall, we cater to travelers looking to immerse themselves in the energy of Downtown Minneapolis. Hotel is 3 star / 3 diamond rated and is maintaining a Top 10 rating in TripAdvisor among 55 Minneapolis downtown hotels.

Venue Details

ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandAC Hotels by Marriott
Built2016
Renovated-
Total meeting space1,419 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms245
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Northstar

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Luggage storage
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
1,419 sq. ft.
Largest room
616 sq. ft.
Space (private)
1,500 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
4
Second largest room
465 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
1,500 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Max capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
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Media Salon A
169 sq. ft.
13 x 13 sq. ft.
12 ft.
7
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7
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Media Salon B
169 sq. ft.
13 x 13 sq. ft.
12 ft.
7
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7
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The Hennepin
616 sq. ft.
28 x 22 sq. ft.
12 ft.
50
24
35
50
24
24
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Executive Boardroom
465 sq. ft.
31 x 15 sq. ft.
8 ft.
14
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14

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
245
Single (1 bed)
174
Single (1 bed) rate
$99.00 - $499.00
Double (2 beds)
71
Double (2 beds) rate
$99.00 - $499.00
Tax rate
15.025%

Location

Getting Here

Located in the heart of downtown on Hennepin Avenue. I-94 and I-394 access is a few blocks away. Light Rail stops are one block away travelling to MSP, Mall of America, University of Minnesota and St. Paul.
Distance from airport 13.4 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $37.00/day )

Local Attractions

TCF Bank Stadium
TCF Bank Stadium
University
3 mi
TCF Bank Stadium is an outdoor stadium located on the campus of the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Opened in 2009, it is the home field of the Minnesota Golden Gophers of the Big Ten Conference, and was the temporary home of both the Minnesota Vikings and the Minnesota United FC of Major League Soccer.
420 SE 23rd Ave
Minneapolis, MN, US 55455
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Nicollet
Nicollet
Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN, US 55402
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Lumber Exchange Event Center
Lumber Exchange Event Center
Historical landmark
1 blk
Interconnected via skyway, this historical landmark turned event center is the perfect space for your corporate, social, or wedding need.
423 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN, US 55401
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University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota
University
2 mi
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is a public research university in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota.
300 Washington Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN, US 55455
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Paisley Park
Paisley Park
Museum
21 mi
Located in the quiet idyllic suburb of Chanhassen, Minnesota, Paisley Park is Prince’s mythical creative sanctuary. Following the metaphoric success of Purple Rain in the mid 1980s, construction began on what would become a $10M, 65,000 square-foot recording and production complex complete with state of the art technology capable of outputting any form of creative work Prince could envision – from music recordings, clothing production, artwork and graphic design, music videos and even full-length feature films.
7801 Audubon Road
Chanhassen, MN, US 55317
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First Avenue
First Avenue
Nightlife
3 blks
First Avenue and 7th St Entry is a live music lover’s dream. With two separate performance spaces in one building, the historic venue offers something for everyone. The Mainroom, a 1550-person capacity live music venue hosts over 200 concerts a year, while 7th St Entry, a 250-capacity venue hosts over 350 concerts annually.
701 N 1st Avenue
Minneapolis, MN, US 55403
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Xcel Energy Center
Xcel Energy Center
Recreation
9 mi
Xcel Energy Center is regarded as one of the finest arenas in the world. The one-of-a-kind, multi-purpose facility is home to more than 150 sporting and entertainment events and approximately 1.7 million visitors each year.
199 W Kellogg Blvd
St.Paul, MN, US 55102
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US Bank Stadium
US Bank Stadium
Recreation
1 mi
U.S. Bank Stadium is not just a location, but an epicenter of excitement, opportunity, and Minnesota pride. The Vikings are an important part of our proud heritage and the relationship between the Vikings and the citizens of Minnesota runs deep. But the stadium is not just the home of the Minnesota Vikings, it’s a facility that will host major national and international events that create economical, fiscal and social benefits to the region.
401 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN, US 55415
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Nicollet Mall
Nicollet Mall
Shopping
3 blks
The heart of downtown Minneapolis is being transformed with the complete redesign of Nicollet Mall, part of the Minneapolis Big Build. By late 2017, all 12 blocks of the Mall will be rebuilt, making it an even greener, more inviting place to shop, dine, or explore the project’s captivating new art installations. Even during construction, the best of the Mall is open and ready to welcome visitors. Check out its signature sidewalk cafes, do some shopping and wander through the impressive skyway system that spans downtown. Take in some jazz, see the orchestra or take a walk down the Mall to the Mississippi River. Come experience the heart of the city on Nicollet Mall, then plan a return trip to see it all complete late this year!
Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN, US 55402
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Mall of America
Mall of America
Shopping
17 mi
Since opening its doors in 1992, Mall of America® has revolutionized the shopping experience and become a leader in retail, entertainment and attractions. Mall of America is one of the top tourist destinations in the country as well as one of the most recognizable brands. Mall of America has earned a national reputation for entertaining guests. From musical acts to celebrity book signings to fashion shows, Mall of America is the Hollywood of the Midwest. Along with coverage in many national and local broadcast and print media outlets, Mall of America has been featured on the Discovery Channel, Travel Channel and TLC. By hosting more than 400 events each year, the Mall has become the place where fans can meet and greet their favorite celebrities or take part in interactive, one-of-a-kind events.
60 E Broadway
Bloomington, MN, US 55425
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Guthrie Theatre
Guthrie Theatre
Theater
1 mi
Under the artistic leadership of Joseph Haj, the Guthrie produces a mix of classic and contemporary plays on three stages, and continues to set a national standard for excellence in theatrical production and performance.
818 S. 2nd Street
Minneapolis, MN, US 55403
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Target Center
Target Center
Recreation
3 blks
Located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis’ vibrant sports and entertainment district, Target Center is proud home to the NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves, three-time WNBA world champion, Minnesota Lynx. Over 1 million guests visit the arena every year - making Target Center one of the top arenas in the world.
600 First Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN, US 55403
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Minnehaha Falls Park
Minnehaha Falls Park
Park
5 mi
One of Minneapolis' oldest and most popular parks features a majestic 53-foot waterfall, limestone bluffs, and river overlooks, attracting more than 850,000 visitors annually.
4801 South Minnehaha Park Drive
Minneapolis, MN, US 55417
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Hennepin Theatre District
Hennepin Theatre District
Theater
2 blks
Hennepin Theatre Trust was established as a nonprofit organization in 2002. Since then, we quickly evolved into a recognized leader of arts and culture development in downtown Minneapolis. Today, we bring value to the community through our three theatres – the Orpheum, State and Pantages – and our growing portfolio of collaborative partnerships. Annually, our organization alone brings more than 500,000 people to the West Downtown MPLS Cultural District (WeDo™) to enjoy a range of activities and attractions.
615 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN, US 55403
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Orpheum Theatre
Orpheum Theatre
Theater
5 blks
Today, we bring value to the community through our three theatres – the Orpheum, State and Pantages – and our growing portfolio of collaborative partnerships. Annually, our organization alone brings more than 500,000 people to the West Downtown MPLS Cultural District (WeDo™) to enjoy a range of activities and attractions.
615 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN, US 55403
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Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Park
1 mi
This crown jewel of the city’s park system unites two of Minnesota’s most cherished resources—its parks and its cultural life. Since opening in 1988, the Garden has welcomed millions of visitors, showcasing more than 40 works from the Walker Art Center’s collections, including the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry.
725 Vineland Place
Minneapolis, MN, US 55403
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Target Field
Target Field
Recreation
5 blks
Spectacular and intimate ... breathtaking views ... dazzling amenities ... and a staggering array of special features! Those are just a few things you can find in your experience at Target Field, the world class home of Twins Territory.
1 Twins Way
Minneapolis, MN, US 55403
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Ordway Center of Performing Arts
Ordway Center of Performing Arts
Theater
9 mi
The Ordway, recognized as one of the U.S.’s leading not-for-profit performing arts centers, is home to a wide variety of performances throughout the year that encompass the finest in American musical theater, world music, dance, and vocal artists in its Music Theater and Concert Hall. In addition, each year the Ordway presents its Flint Hills International Children’s Festival and serves over 50,000 children and adults through its Ordway Education programs. Since the Ordway opened, it has become known as Saint Paul’s most inviting performance venue, attracting audiences from throughout the region to its diverse range of presentations. The Ordway joins The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, The Minnesota Opera, and The Schubert Club in a unique Arts Partnership and provides a home to its Arts Partners. The Ordway is proud to sponsor the Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists, a professionally guided academic and artistic environment serving students in grades nine through twelve.
345 Washington Street
St. Paul, MN, US 55102
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Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
Park
6 mi
The park, zoo and conservatory are owned by the City of Saint Paul and are a division of Saint Paul Parks and Recreation
1225 Estabrook Drive
St. Paul, MN, US 55103
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Affiliated organizations (1)

Marriott Bonvoy Events
Marriott Bonvoy Events
Marriott Bonvoy Events

Additional Information

Facility Restrictions

Contemporary hotel. Opened October 2016

Cancellation Policy

24 Hours

Additional details

Located 12 blocks from the Minneapolis Convention Center,4 blocks from the Minneapolis River District - Northeast

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AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion.

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for Marriott International's sustainability & social impact strategy and 2025 goals information.
Does AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Newspaper,Cardboard,Mixed,Aluminum,Glass

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi

Health and Safety

Were practices at AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
Does AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
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