Parking at the hotel is valet-only and costs $42 per night.
No, the hotel does not offer a shuttle service.
Uber, Lyft, and local taxis (like BATS or United Taxi) are all widely available in St. Pete and are great options for airport transfers
Yes! Uber and Lyft work well for getting around, especially in the evenings.
Yes! The SunRunner Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) runs between downtown St. Pete and St. Pete Beach/South Pasadena. Runs every 15 minutes from 6 AM–8 PM, and every 30 minutes until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, Features level boarding, onboard bike racks, real-time arrival info, and cashless payments, The closest stop downtown is near 5th Street N, just a short ride or walk from the hotel.
Yes! The Downtown Looper Trolley is a free and convenient way to get around downtown St. Pete. It runs every 15–20 minutes, seven days a week. Monday–Friday: 7 AM – 10 PM. Saturday & Sunday: 8 AM – 10 PM. The closest stop to the AC Marriott is at 2nd Street North & 5th Avenue North — just a short walk from the hotel. The Looper stops at popular destinations like museums, restaurants, the pier, and more. No tickets or apps needed—just hop on and ride!
Our wedding will be held at Sunken Gardens, a beautiful historic botanical garden in St. Petersburg, Florida. The ceremony and reception will be outdoors in the garden, with a tented area for dining and dancing.
Tropical Garden attire is encouraged—think dressy but comfortable. We recommend wedges, flats, or block heels, as you'll be walking on grass and garden paths. Bring a light layer in case it gets cool in the evening.
Yes! The entire celebration will take place outdoors. A tent will be provided for shade and comfort, but please plan for Florida weather.
We’ve got you covered—literally! The tent provides shelter, and Sunken Gardens has options to help keep things comfortable in case of light rain.
Yes, personal photos are welcome! But please avoid stepping into flower beds or blocked-off areas. During the ceremony, we kindly ask you to keep phones away so our photographers can capture the moment.
If you are driving yourself to the Sunken Gardens, please arrive by 4:45 PM. If you plan to use the transportation provided from the hotel to the ceremony and reception, please check back soon — those details are still being finalized.
Yes, there is a dedicated parking lot for Sunken Gardens. It’s located right off 4th Street North and is free for guests.
Yes, you can use your Marriott Bonvoy points to book your stay. However, please note that if you choose to book with points, you must make your reservation directly through the Marriott Bonvoy system. The special wedding room rate will not apply to reservations made with points.