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4
Event Rooms
1882 SQ FT
Total Event Space
85
Capacity Largest Space
2
Breakout Rooms
Meeting and Events
The AC Library provides a collaborative environment for effective working or one-on-one meetings.
Keep your colleagues energized and focused with custom catering options and modern AV technology.
Our event venues set the tone for fluid, imaginative, and distinctive meetings in San Rafael.
From venue setup to room blocks for your guests, our event planners will ensure a seamless event.
Post-meeting, enjoy a drink and tapas at AC Lounge or venture over to notable eateries nearby.
Take advantage of our group rates when you reserve a block of 10 or more rooms for your guests.
Offers & Packages
Weddings and Occasions
Our elegant, versatile ballroom provides a memorable venue for small scale banquets in Palo Alto.
Out-of-town guests will appreciate our modern design and perks like the AC Kitchen and AC Lounge.
Enhance your wedding with a custom banquet menu, and let our party planners manage every detail.
With room for up to 85 guests, we'll help you create an intimate celebration that is uniquely yours.
In addition to the ballroom, we offer a pre-function space that is perfect for group cocktails.
Play golf at a Palo Alto-area course or explore the area attractions before or after your party.
Rewarding Travel from Start to Finish
Earn up to 60,000 points per qualified event with Marriott Bonvoy Events. Elite members earn more with bonus points.
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.ft) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Media Salon A | 15x13x12 | 195 | 20 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Media Salon C | 15x13x12 | 195 | 20 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Innovation Lab | 44x28x12 | 940 | 85 | 36 | 24 | 18 | 85 | 54 |
| Innovation Outdoor | 23x24x- | 552 | - | - | - | - | 40 | - |
Media Salon A
Dimensions (LxWxH)
15x13x12
Area (sq.ft)
195
Theater
20
Schoolroom
0
Conference
6
U-Shape
0
Reception
20
Banquet
0
Media Salon C
Dimensions (LxWxH)
15x13x12
Area (sq.ft)
195
Theater
20
Schoolroom
0
Conference
6
U-Shape
0
Reception
20
Banquet
0
Innovation Lab
Dimensions (LxWxH)
44x28x12
Area (sq.ft)
940
Theater
85
Schoolroom
36
Conference
24
U-Shape
18
Reception
85
Banquet
54
Innovation Outdoor
Dimensions (LxWxH)
23x24x-
Area (sq.ft)
552
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
40
Banquet
-
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.mt) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Media Salon A | 4.6x4x3.7 | 18.1 | 20 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Media Salon C | 4.6x4x3.7 | 18.1 | 20 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Innovation Lab | 13.4x8.5x3.7 | 87.3 | 85 | 36 | 24 | 18 | 85 | 54 |
| Innovation Outdoor | 7x7.3x- | 51.3 | - | - | - | - | 40 | - |
Media Salon A
Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.6x4x3.7
Area (sq.mt)
18.1
Theater
20
Schoolroom
0
Conference
6
U-Shape
0
Reception
20
Banquet
0
Media Salon C
Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.6x4x3.7
Area (sq.mt)
18.1
Theater
20
Schoolroom
0
Conference
6
U-Shape
0
Reception
20
Banquet
0
Innovation Lab
Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.4x8.5x3.7
Area (sq.mt)
87.3
Theater
85
Schoolroom
36
Conference
24
U-Shape
18
Reception
85
Banquet
54
Innovation Outdoor
Dimensions (LxWxH)
7x7.3x-
Area (sq.mt)
51.3
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
40
Banquet
-
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Room Set-up Examples
Conference and Hollow Square
Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant "boardrooms" for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovisual capabilities, a writing board, cork board and a flip chart.
Room Set-up Examples
E-Shape, U-Shape and T-Shape
Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. These are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.
Room Set-up Examples
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Room Set-up Examples
Reception
Stand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.
Room Set-up Examples
Schoolroom or Classroom
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
Room Set-up Examples
Ovals and Rounds
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Room Set-up Examples
Audio-Visual Equipment
- TV
- TV Production Service Provider
- Wireless Internet
Event Services
- Locksmith
- Message Service
- Photographer
- Security Guards
Event Equipment & Supplies
- Blackboards
- Direction Signs
- Easels
- Flip Chart & Markers
- Pens / Pencils / Notepad
- Podium Lectern
- Portable Stage
- Stack Chairs
- Tables
Business Services
- Computers
- Copy Service
- Fax Service
- Overnight Delivery/Pickup
- Printers
Catering Services
- Afternoon Break:$46.00 / Person
- Coffee Break:$85.00 / Person
- Continental Breakfast:$46.00 / Person
- Dinner:$100.00 / Person
- Full Breakfast:$46.00 / Person
- Lunch:$65.00 / Person
- Reception:$100.00 / Person
- F+B stations include protective sneeze guards
- Meeting space capacities and configurations follow social distancing guidelines
- Offers single serve F+B options
- Third-party partners comply with MI cleanliness standards
Frequently Asked Questions
AC Hotel Palo Alto has 4 event rooms.
The largest capacity event room is the Innovation Lab. It has a capacity of 85.
Yes, AC Hotel Palo Alto provides wedding services.
To book a meeting or event at AC Hotel Palo Alto click here
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