Bars & Saloons
Bar AC
Austin, TX
Bar AC is the hotel bar at the AC Hotel by Marriott Austin University, set on the second level next to the lobby with views toward downtown. It is built around a Spanish inspired concept, pouring gin cocktails and serving tapas in a space lined with art and books, plus a wraparound patio.
It is about a ten minute walk from the Moody Center and downtown Austin, and roughly fifteen minutes from Austin Bergstrom airport, which makes it a convenient stop for riders staying near the university. The bar runs weekly specials, including half off select tapas on Tuesdays and half off select wine bottles on Wednesdays.
Common Questions
What kind of bar is Bar AC?
It is a Spanish inspired gin and tapas lounge inside the AC Hotel Austin University.
How close is Bar AC to downtown?
It is about a ten minute walk from downtown Austin and the Moody Center.