Name: AC Hotel by Marriott Lansing University Area
Address: 3160 East Michigan Avenue, East Lansing, Michigan, United States of America, East Lansing, Michigan, US
Price range: US$119–US$605 per night
Rating: 8.73

What guests think

Across reviews, AC Hotel by Marriott Lansing University Area is praised for its modern, very clean rooms and friendly staff, with a convenient location near MSU and restaurants that makes it a popular choice for campus visits and events.

Guests often compliment the on-site Toscana restaurant and bar, and several appreciate the pool, though there is no hot tub. Paid parking is noted frequently and some find it inconvenient, while feedback on the breakfast ranges from very good to not worth the price. A few stays report check-in delays or reservation issues, and occasional room quirks such as sliding bathroom doors, limited storage, or maintenance problems. Overall, expect a design-forward, convenient stay, with parking fees and a minimalist room layout to consider.

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Facilities

On-site restaurant/bar (Toscana) receives strong praise, and there is a small heated pool; several guests wish there were a hot tub. Parking is paid and often described as inconvenient or confusing, though some found nearby lots workable.

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Pamela

16 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The toilet was odd. I kept having to adjust the lever for it to flush. Lights next to bed do not work. No microwave in the room was inconvenient. Marriott usually leaves a plastic bag for wet clothes- not this time. Staff was wonderful and food was amazing. Beds so comfy! I’m still bummed I have to pay for parking but this hotel truly is beautiful and the gym is perfect! Please do add a hot tub!

4

Nick

11 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are nice and up to date with current architecture. A property that finally got rid of carpet in the rooms. Beds are a little rough on the back. Staff is very nice and helpful, however, they are way overworked and spread thin. That’s a shame as this property has great potential to be spectacular. No hot tub. Small pool. But pool is heated. The biggest disappointment was the breakfast. $17/adult and $8/child and wasn’t even acceptable for a free continental breakfast. My family paid and, (here’s the part the boiled my blood even further than it was already from the pathetic spread) others did NOT pay as there’s no one at the door monitoring anything. People just come in and got stuff and went back to their room and never paid. I know because I heard some in there talking about it that they didn’t pay when someone else who did pay said they paid. The $20/night parking fee is ridiculous as well. $28/night for valet. All in all, when I come back to the area, I will look at others rather than AC Hotel.

10

Allyn

20 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed for a game at MSU. Very walkable to Campus and downtown in January. Parking overnight in big lot next door ($20/day). Nice and new. Easy to get out after the game.

10

Robin

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff! Nice bar and restaurant. Close to a nice coffee shop.

4

John

9 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Valet was missing his frontal lobe and couldn't explain the process. Absolutely ridiculous, expensive and frivolous process of parking with a 3rd party app. Front desk lady was rude, condescending, wouldn't make eye contact and didn't explain the energy efficient card to turn the lights on and made the check in process 15 minutes longer because she couldn't find my Marriot Bonvoy # and just looked away like "well....sorry, you're not in the system" (odd considering I paid a portion of my room with points.. No closet, no microwave, no bags in the trash cans, tiny frig, bare minimum for towels, and overpriced breakfast. At least the pool was operative

8

Kevin

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in person was very hard to understand. Spoke very softly. Parking not great and wasn’t aware they charge for parkin.

10

Kristen

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel, very clean, and great experience. You do have to pay for parking which was a bummer but the overall experience made up for it. The pool was fun for the kids and the hydration stations were unique as well.

10

Angie

12 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This is the 2nd time we've stayed here and it's wondeful. We enjoy the restaurant in the hotel, Toscana, very much! It's very clean and everyone there is welcoming and friendly.

8

Matthew

16 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Even thing was great, other than the parking. No mention anywhere, ither than parking available. $20 a night to park.

8

Shalise

5 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Toscana restaurant was fabulous and so accomodating! The parking at the AC is not convenient. They were able to get us an early check in that we appreciated though!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a strong point, with many reviews citing very clean rooms and common areas. A few note lapses such as a dirty spot under a bed or stained hallway carpet.

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10

Brad

4 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and staff were very friendly. For us it was a different concept on hotel's stays. The room was kind of like on an Ikea concept. Smaller room than the usual hotel and no dressers (not a bad thing). Everything had it's place not a lot of clutter. Very clean and modern feel. I was surprised that it was connected to they Hyatt. You never really knew when you left the Marriott side and walked to the Hyatt side of the building. Great for our needs for just one night.

10

yalda

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and well managed. Lively setting and staff

10

Tosha

3 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was great! Very clean, the staff was extremely helpful and it is very close to restaurants and other shops.

8

John

5 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

For a new hotel, the common areas (hallways mainly) appeared not well maintained. A prime example of this was what appeared to be large water stains on the carpets.

10

Ellen

3 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and modern. Easy parking on a Sunday night

10

Michael

10 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

very clean. staff very friendly and helpful

10

Sherita

21 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel lots of dining options that were walkable. Staff was accommodating rooms were very clean. Would go again when I’m in the area.

10

Ronneisha

22 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, beautiful inside, very friendly staff! Will be booking again soon!

8

Jordan

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Terrible options Bed was dirty underneathe

10

Keith

3 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean

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Rooms

Rooms are modern and comfortable, though the minimalist design means smaller spaces with limited storage and, in some rooms, no microwave or closet. Guests note issues like sliding bathroom doors that reduce privacy, occasional noise or lighting quirks, and rare maintenance problems (e.g., no hot water or a nonworking TV).

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Brad

4 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and staff were very friendly. For us it was a different concept on hotel's stays. The room was kind of like on an Ikea concept. Smaller room than the usual hotel and no dressers (not a bad thing). Everything had it's place not a lot of clutter. Very clean and modern feel. I was surprised that it was connected to they Hyatt. You never really knew when you left the Marriott side and walked to the Hyatt side of the building. Great for our needs for just one night.

8

Pamela

16 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The toilet was odd. I kept having to adjust the lever for it to flush. Lights next to bed do not work. No microwave in the room was inconvenient. Marriott usually leaves a plastic bag for wet clothes- not this time. Staff was wonderful and food was amazing. Beds so comfy! I’m still bummed I have to pay for parking but this hotel truly is beautiful and the gym is perfect! Please do add a hot tub!

10

Trinity

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoyed our stay AC Hotel. We were in town for events at MSU and it was very convenient. The property was clean, the room was spacious with comfortable beds and pillows, and smelled amazing. All of the staff we interacted with was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was impressive and definitely worth adding to the room. Enjoyed being able to nearby restaurants as well. Only downside we didn’t realize parking was not included, it is easy to access and plenty of spaces - but was $40 for 2 days. If we are ever in the area again, I will definitely chose AC Hotel!!

8

Sarah

30 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The only thing I didn't like about the room was the bathroom door, It is on a sliding roller like a barn style door which doesn't really close and give you privacy. For the same door when you try to close it at night it automatically turned on the bathroom light which is so bright! Otherwise was a nice new property with good location and ammenities. I would absolutely stay here again.

4

John

9 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Valet was missing his frontal lobe and couldn't explain the process. Absolutely ridiculous, expensive and frivolous process of parking with a 3rd party app. Front desk lady was rude, condescending, wouldn't make eye contact and didn't explain the energy efficient card to turn the lights on and made the check in process 15 minutes longer because she couldn't find my Marriot Bonvoy # and just looked away like "well....sorry, you're not in the system" (odd considering I paid a portion of my room with points.. No closet, no microwave, no bags in the trash cans, tiny frig, bare minimum for towels, and overpriced breakfast. At least the pool was operative

8

Margaret

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was an ok stay. Very convenient but very expensive. Understanding that it is a Marriott hotel I should have known. Getting reasonably priced food was an issue. Aside from that the room was fine, a bit noisy but otherwise very nice.

8

Eric

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lights come on automatically based on motion which is annoying when you have a family in the room and someone gets up during night for restroom. There was also a blinking light on smoke detector. And only three towels in room when we’d made a reservation for four (a pet peeve of mine). That said it’s clean and staff was friendly.

8

Natalya

8 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff, comfortable bedding, noisy heater

8

Linda

21 Oct 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room was clean. Comfy room. No hot water one morning. Had to take cold showers one morning.

6

William

12 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property has a modernist feel to it but lacks character. The room was fine but the TV did not work. The Continental breakfast was good. The location is ok, it's not directly near attractions but not far either.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. However, several guests experienced check-in issues (rooms not ready or reservations mishandled) and occasional poor front-desk interactions.

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Kerry

12 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent Hotel in East Lansing. We stayed here for Graduation weekend and it was an excellent stay. The staff went above and beyond for everyone in our party.

2

Neal

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was not able to check in. The room was not available and multiple guests in line had rooms that weren’t available. I had to stay in a different hotel

2

Daniel

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was not ready at 5pm. Also did not have proper payment information that room was paid for. Stag was great. Hotel is very nice.

10

Michael

10 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

very clean. staff very friendly and helpful

2

John

6 Nov 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

I will never stay here again. I booked and prepaid for 4 nights. I called several days in advance to let the hotel know I was going to arrive a day later. I did not ask for a refund. I was assured the hotel would hold my room since I had paid for all 4 nights. I arrived and was told they gave my room away. It was parent’s weekend at Mich State. I was very lucky to eventually find another room. Worst I have ever been treated by a hotel.

10

David

12 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

New property running like it’s been open for years. GM Tim is great and has a great, welcoming staff. Would definitely return!

10

Dennise

31 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay! Shout out to Que at the front desk for being so helpful!

10

Kari

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Customer service was amazing! Front desk staff was polite and very helpful!

10

Lorraine

27 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The employee who checked us in and then gave us a tour of facilities later was above and beyond gracious, helpful, professional. Absolutely the best front desk person I have ever encountered. He even prepared a cup of coffee for us!

10

Raphael

22 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great, new property. I really loved it. The only downer was the check in process- the woman who assisted us seemed really unwelcoming and unhappy. It's a shame as our experience could have been perfect if she was more customer focused.

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Location

Location is a strong asset, close to MSU and within walking distance of restaurants and campus. Several guests found it convenient for events with easy access to both Lansing and East Lansing.

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10

Stephen

3 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Came in for a college visit for my daughter. Great location and beautiful hotel.

10

Allyn

20 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed for a game at MSU. Very walkable to Campus and downtown in January. Parking overnight in big lot next door ($20/day). Nice and new. Easy to get out after the game.

10

Tosha

3 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was great! Very clean, the staff was extremely helpful and it is very close to restaurants and other shops.

10

Golnar

22 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice spot close to MSU.

10

Vanessa

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Property is great location wise.

10

Sherita

21 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel lots of dining options that were walkable. Staff was accommodating rooms were very clean. Would go again when I’m in the area.

10

Jennifer

25 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were amazing - the front desk gentleman and the bartender were incredibly friendly, made sure I was able to get a wind-down cocktail upon my late arrival from the airport, and were pleasant to chat with, as well. The hotel was very modern, very clean, had a stylish lounge and bar area, and my room was clean, modern and beautiful. Easy to walk to downtown Lansing locations.

10

Lindsay

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was close to campus for an easy walk to and from, for the football game!

10

christina

14 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location

10

Abdalmajid

31 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The new hotel complex in between Downtown Lansing and East Lansing provides comfort, convenience, and access to the best Mid-Michigan has to offer.

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Dining

The attached Toscana restaurant and the bar draw consistent praise. Breakfast feedback is mixed, ranging from very good or impressive to limited, overpriced, or not worth it.

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Nick

11 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are nice and up to date with current architecture. A property that finally got rid of carpet in the rooms. Beds are a little rough on the back. Staff is very nice and helpful, however, they are way overworked and spread thin. That’s a shame as this property has great potential to be spectacular. No hot tub. Small pool. But pool is heated. The biggest disappointment was the breakfast. $17/adult and $8/child and wasn’t even acceptable for a free continental breakfast. My family paid and, (here’s the part the boiled my blood even further than it was already from the pathetic spread) others did NOT pay as there’s no one at the door monitoring anything. People just come in and got stuff and went back to their room and never paid. I know because I heard some in there talking about it that they didn’t pay when someone else who did pay said they paid. The $20/night parking fee is ridiculous as well. $28/night for valet. All in all, when I come back to the area, I will look at others rather than AC Hotel.

10

Trinity

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoyed our stay AC Hotel. We were in town for events at MSU and it was very convenient. The property was clean, the room was spacious with comfortable beds and pillows, and smelled amazing. All of the staff we interacted with was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was impressive and definitely worth adding to the room. Enjoyed being able to nearby restaurants as well. Only downside we didn’t realize parking was not included, it is easy to access and plenty of spaces - but was $40 for 2 days. If we are ever in the area again, I will definitely chose AC Hotel!!

10

Robin

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff! Nice bar and restaurant. Close to a nice coffee shop.

10

Megan

29 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Stayed here many times and every time I am happy with the property. It is new, clean and very quiet. Parking away and safe and when you are moving a child into college, it makes for a nice place to stay. The Toscana restaurant is very good and very convenient attached to the hotel. The pub across the parking lot is a fun place to eat as well. Will stay again.

8

Eric

4 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect but do not Buy the breakfast it is not worth it at all

10

Angie

12 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This is the 2nd time we've stayed here and it's wondeful. We enjoy the restaurant in the hotel, Toscana, very much! It's very clean and everyone there is welcoming and friendly.

10

Jeniene

16 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great property with many amenities. Room spacious, great breakfast and work out room. Parking is a bit challenging unless you valet.

10

Amy

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Conveniently located near MSU campus with ample parking and a fantastic restaurant on-site.

10

Diane

20 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was fantastic. Front desk personnel were friendly and helpful. The room was wonderful. Breakfast was very good.

8

Shalise

5 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Toscana restaurant was fabulous and so accomodating! The parking at the AC is not convenient. They were able to get us an early check in that we appreciated though!

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Hearing Accessible)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Hearing Access, Roll-In Shower)

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Mobility Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

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