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AC Hotel Lansing University Area

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Michigan State University

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Located near Michigan State University, AC Hotel Lansing University Area is a vibrant hub where modern amenities meet warm hospitality. Enjoy American cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and unwind by the firepit or indoor pool with sun loungers. The helpful staff has received top marks from previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 317 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

55-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 539 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 317 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3160 East Michigan Avenue, East Lansing, MI, 48912

What's nearby

  • Lansing Fire Station No. 8 - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Michigan State University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Breslin Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Munn Ice Arena - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Potter Park Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • East Lansing Station - 4 min drive
  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bag Of Nails - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

About this property

AC Hotel Lansing University Area

Hotel near Michigan State University
A grocery/convenience store, a firepit, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at AC Hotel Lansing University Area. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, dinner, light fare, and American cuisine. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises, ATM/banking services, and a TV in the lobby
  • A water dispenser, a ballroom, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 156 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Mini fridges, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Dec 19 - Dec 20
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 14 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 16.95 for adults and USD 12.95 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • AC Kitchen
  • AC Lounge
  • Toscana Kitchen

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,946 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2023
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 16.95 for adults and USD 12.95 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 14 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

AC Hotel Lansing
Ac Lansing University Area
Hyatt House Lansing University Area
AC Hotel Lansing University Area Hotel
AC Hotel Lansing University Area East Lansing
AC Hotel Lansing University Area Hotel East Lansing

Frequently asked questions

Does AC Hotel Lansing University Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at AC Hotel Lansing University Area?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AC Hotel Lansing University Area on Dec 7, 2025 start from $93.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is AC Hotel Lansing University Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 14 per night.

What time is check-in at AC Hotel Lansing University Area?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at AC Hotel Lansing University Area?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is AC Hotel Lansing University Area located?

Situated in East Lansing, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lansing Fire Station No. 8 and Michigan State University. Breslin Center and Massage & Wellness are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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AC Hotel Lansing University Area Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 273 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This facility was clean, well kept, in a great area and affordable. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times and have always had a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Nice bar and restaurant. Close to a nice coffee shop.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time at this hotel. Came up from Cincinnati to see the MSU v UofM game! Great atmosphere and experience! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I booked the hotel room I was told that I have free breakfast but now that I'm here there is a fee.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

yalda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well managed. Lively setting and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly and very clean place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashar

Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My fav part of this hotel was the pool and the fact it was pretty new.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice!

Clean and modern hotel with nice accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole hotel experience made the price worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Golnar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice spot close to MSU.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tosha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was great! Very clean, the staff was extremely helpful and it is very close to restaurants and other shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronneisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful inside, very friendly staff! Will be booking again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Hassan

Disliked: Staff & service
Very transactional front desk staff, not welcoming. The parking situation was not described accurately and causes confusion. The market choices were very limited and the food was small in portions and expensive in price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Property is great location wise.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located near MSU campus with ample parking and a fantastic restaurant on-site.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very comfortable place to stay. I stay here quite often.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a lovely hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great front desk service!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is beautiful, would highly recommend if you have to stay near MSU. Very quiet and clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025