AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center: Plan Your Stay
AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center is at 601 K Street NW, approximately 0.3 mile from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It offers modern rooms, a paid European-style breakfast, a rooftop restaurant and valet parking.
This guide explains the full cost of staying here, how to reach your convention, where to eat, airport and Metro options, accessibility, pet fees and booking steps.
Quick Hotel Facts
Washington, DC 20001
Minimum check-in age: 21
In-and-out privileges; current charge may change
At AC Kitchen & Lounge
Marriott’s published distance
Hotel Location and Walking to the Convention Center
The hotel sits on K Street NW in downtown Washington, DC. The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is a short outdoor walk away, so the hotel is useful for attendees who would rather walk than park at a convention event.
Hotel destination
AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center
601 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Convention center destination
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW
Washington, DC 20001
Walking route for conference attendees
- Leave the hotel at 601 K Street NW.
- Walk toward 7th Street NW and the convention center district, following the safest marked crossings.
- Use your conference invitation to locate the correct registration entrance.
- Allow additional time for security, badge pickup and walking to the assigned room.
Important: The venue has multiple access points, and an event may use an entrance different from the one nearest the hotel. The convention center is not internally connected to AC Hotel.
AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center Parking Fees
The hotel’s published parking option is valet parking at $70 daily, with in-and-out privileges. Its published valet operating hours are 6:30 AM–11 PM.
| Option | Published price or status | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel valet | $70 daily | In-and-out privileges included; confirm applicable tax and overnight retrieval procedures. |
| Hotel self-parking | Not listed as a hotel option | Look for independently operated public garages if self-parking is essential. |
| Convention center parking | No public on-site parking | Nearby independently operated garages may charge hourly or event prices. |
| EV charging at hotel | Not available | Plan a separate charging stop if traveling with an electric vehicle. |
Budgeting for valet parking
At the published $70 daily price, two daily valet charges total $140 before any applicable taxes or additional charges. Confirm how the hotel counts parking days, particularly when arriving early or leaving late.
Public garages may cost less, but compare overnight permissions, garage hours, event surcharges and re-entry rules. Do not leave a car in a convention center garage because the convention center itself does not offer public on-site parking.
Breakfast, AC Kitchen & Rooftop Dining
Breakfast is not complimentary with a standard room reservation. AC Kitchen & Lounge serves European-inspired breakfast for a charge. A specific breakfast-included rate may cover it, but check your reservation details.
| Venue | Published hours | Offerings |
|---|---|---|
| AC Kitchen & Lounge breakfast, Mon–Fri | 6:30–10:30 AM | Croissants, prosciutto, fruit, coffee and European-inspired choices. |
| AC Kitchen & Lounge breakfast, Sat–Sun | 7–11 AM | Paid breakfast service. |
| AC Kitchen & Lounge evening, Mon–Thu/Sun | 4–11 PM | Spanish-style tapas and beverages. |
| AC Kitchen & Lounge evening, Fri–Sat | 4 PM–midnight | Evening lounge and dining service. |
| Ciel Social Club | Tue–Sun, varies by day | Rooftop Mediterranean dining, small plates and city views. |
Ciel Social Club rooftop
The hotel’s rooftop restaurant and lounge overlooks downtown Washington. Marriott currently lists Tuesday–Thursday 5 PM–midnight, Friday 5 PM–2 AM, Saturday noon–2 AM and Sunday noon–9 PM; closed Monday.
Reservations, private events and hours may affect access. Rooftop dining is not automatically included in the room rate.
Conference morning tip
If your event registration begins early, schedule breakfast around the walk and security line. Alternatively, book an eligible breakfast-inclusive room rate and confirm how many guests it covers.
The hotel does not list room service as an available dining option.
Rooms, Fitness Center and Business Amenities
AC Hotel is designed around streamlined, modern rooms rather than a resort-style suite experience. Amenities are useful for conference attendees, business travelers and city-break visitors.
Rooms
- Contemporary guest-room design
- Smart guest-room entertainment
- Korres bath amenities
- Smoke-free accommodation
- Accessible room choices
Business
- Business center
- Media Lounge
- Meeting facilities
- Mobile Key
- Daily housekeeping
Wellness and convenience
- Complimentary fitness center
- Fitness area over 1,500 sq ft
- On-site restaurants
- Convenience store
- Dry cleaning services
Does the hotel offer free Wi-Fi?
Marriott Bonvoy members receive complimentary in-room internet when they book directly through eligible Marriott channels. Confirm any Wi-Fi conditions associated with a third-party reservation before arrival.
There is no need to assume this hotel offers a swimming pool, airport shuttle or free breakfast: these are not listed as standard features.
Pet Fees, Age Requirements and Hotel Policies
| Policy | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum check-in age | 21 years |
| Check-in | 3 PM |
| Checkout | 12 PM (noon) |
| Pets | Up to two pets, each up to 30 lb |
| Published pet charge | $50 non-refundable per pet per night; Marriott also lists an additional $100 second-pet charge. Confirm the precise total. |
| Service animals | Welcomed without a pet fee, under the hotel’s accessibility policy. |
| Smoking | Smoke-free property |
| Cancellation | Depends on the reservation rate and chosen dates |
Traveling with two pets?
Do not estimate the total fee using only $50 per night. The property’s detailed pet description lists an additional second-pet charge. Request an exact written total for your number of pets and nights before finalizing a reservation.
Metro Stations and Airport Transportation
Washington’s Metrorail is often a practical choice for convention visitors. The nearby Mt Vernon Square/7th Street–Convention Center station serves the Green and Yellow lines. Gallery Place–Chinatown provides another downtown connection.
Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Marriott lists DCA approximately 5 miles from the property. From the airport Metro station, use the Yellow Line toward central Washington and the Mt Vernon Square area when service permits.
The hotel does not offer its own airport shuttle. Taxi and rideshare are also options.
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Approximately 27.7 miles from the hotel in Marriott’s location information. Use the Silver Line Metrorail into the city and transfer toward the hotel, or arrange ground transportation.
Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI)
Approximately 31.3 miles from the hotel. Rail connections through the BWI rail station to Washington Union Station may be practical depending on your arrival time and service.
Union Station
Washington Union Station connects Amtrak, regional rail, buses and Metrorail. From Union Station, travelers can use Metro or a short downtown taxi/rideshare trip.
How to plan your public-transit trip
- Find the station serving your airport or railway arrival.
- Open the current WMATA trip planner and enter your hotel or Mt Vernon Square station.
- Check train direction, transfers, operating hours and any service alerts.
- Pay with an accepted fare medium.
- Complete the final walk to 601 K Street NW using pedestrian directions.
Accessibility and Mobility Planning
Marriott identifies accessible hotel entrances and guest rooms, accessible restaurants and business areas, elevators, mobility-accessible rooms, hearing-accessible options and selected bathrooms with roll-in or transfer showers.
Before booking
- Confirm the exact accessible room category.
- Ask whether a roll-in or transfer shower is provided.
- Check bed height and mobility clearance requirements.
- Verify accessible valet drop-off arrangements.
- Ask the hotel to document essential room requests.
At the convention center
- Accessible entrances and elevators are provided.
- Braille and tactile signage is available.
- Assistive listening facilities are installed in certain event rooms.
- Ask event management about mobility rentals and accessibility services.
- Confirm the appropriate event entrance and accessible route.
Hotel accessibility phone: 202-921-6900.
Small Meetings and Group Travel
AC Hotel has a limited dedicated meeting footprint, not a full convention-hall complex. Marriott currently publishes one event room, 198 square feet of total event space and a largest-space capacity of 27.
Its Media Lounge can suit small work discussions. For a larger conference or exhibit, use the nearby Walter E. Washington Convention Center or a hotel designed for major meetings.
Request a small meeting space
- Confirm the date and duration.
- List expected attendee count and seating requirements.
- Ask about room layout, Wi-Fi, audiovisual facilities and refreshment options.
- Request a written quote and cancellation policy.
- Confirm room access and any minimum spending requirements.
What to Budget for Your Stay
| Item | Cost status | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| Room rate | Variable | Depends on dates, events, room type and refund rules. |
| Valet parking | $70 daily | Check taxes and charging period. |
| Breakfast | Extra unless included in rate | Verify inclusions for each guest. |
| Pet fee | Starts at $50 per pet/night | Second-pet surcharge may apply. |
| Rooftop dining | Extra | Check menu, reservations and operating days. |
| Fitness center | Complimentary | Ask front desk about hours. |
| Airport transfer | Extra | No hotel-operated airport shuttle. |
How to compare the true total
Compare the full room bill including taxes, parking, breakfast, pets and cancellation flexibility. A lower nightly rate can cost more once daily extras are included.
If your main activity is at the convention center, consider arriving without a car and using Metro instead of paying daily valet fees.
How to Book AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center
Choose AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center at 601 K Street NW, not AC Hotel Washington DC Downtown.
Consider arriving the evening before an early convention opening.
Account for accessible-room requests, pets and group travel.
Review refundable and prepaid options, breakfast inclusion and Marriott Bonvoy terms.
Include valet parking, pet fees, taxes and any additional charges.
Record the exact deadline displayed for your selected rate.
Save the confirmation number and contact the hotel with important special requests.
Common Booking Mistakes to Avoid
Confusing hotel locations
AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center is at 601 K Street NW. The similarly named AC Hotel Washington DC Downtown is a different property.
Assuming free breakfast
Breakfast is sold separately unless specifically included in the selected room rate or package.
Overlooking parking costs
The hotel’s posted $70 daily valet charge can materially increase the cost of a multiday convention trip.
Assuming a direct hotel-to-venue connection
The convention center is a short outdoor walk away. The hotel does not have an internal skybridge connection.
Related Convention Center Visitor Guide
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
For detailed event parking, Green and Yellow Metro access, convention entrances, ballrooms and show-specific travel planning, read our Walter E. Washington Convention Center parking and Metro guide.
This is the most directly relevant convention-center.org guide for hotel guests attending a conference at the nearby venue.
AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center: 10 FAQs
1. Where is AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center located?
The hotel is at 601 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20001, approximately 0.3 mile from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
2. How much is parking at AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center?
Marriott lists valet parking at $70 daily, with in-and-out privileges. Valet operating hours are published as 6:30 AM–11 PM. Confirm taxes and updated charges with the hotel.
3. Does AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center offer free breakfast?
No. Breakfast is offered at AC Kitchen & Lounge for a fee unless your selected reservation specifically includes breakfast.
4. What time is check-in and checkout?
Check-in begins at 3 PM and checkout is at noon. The minimum check-in age is 21.
5. How far is the hotel from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center?
Marriott lists the distance as approximately 0.3 mile. The convention center is accessible by an outdoor walk; there is no direct indoor hotel connection.
6. Is AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center pet-friendly?
Yes. Up to two pets weighing no more than 30 lb each are permitted. The published pet charge is $50 per pet per night, with an additional second-pet charge described by Marriott.
7. Does the hotel provide an airport shuttle?
No. The hotel does not provide an airport shuttle. Guests can use Metrorail, taxi, rideshare or other arranged ground transportation.
8. Does AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center have a rooftop bar?
Yes. Ciel Social Club is the hotel’s rooftop restaurant and lounge, with city views and Mediterranean-inspired dining. Hours vary by day.
9. Is free Wi-Fi offered at the hotel?
Marriott Bonvoy members receive complimentary in-room internet access when booking directly through eligible Marriott channels. Verify terms for other reservations.
10. What Metro station is near the hotel and convention center?
Mt Vernon Square/7th Street–Convention Center station, served by the Green and Yellow lines, is the venue’s main nearby station. Gallery Place–Chinatown is another downtown Metro option.
Official Contact and Resources
AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center
601 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Hotel phone: 202-921-6900