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Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with restaurant, near Phoenix Convention Center

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Reception
Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hallway
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good
In the heart of downtown, Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Enjoy stunning views from the rooftop terrace, get moving at the 24-hour gym or stay productive in the business center.

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is CA $211
CA $252 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Downtown Phoenix Hotel

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,003 reviews
The price is CA $111
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Downtown Phoenix Hotel
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About the area

Map
202 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85004

What's nearby

  • Phoenix Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Van Buren - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Footprint Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Arizona Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Chase Field - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) - 12 min drive
  • Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) - 24 min drive
  • Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 28 min drive
  • Chandler, AZ (CHD-Chandler Municipal) - 31 min drive
  • Phoenix - Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) - 46 min drive
  • Van Buren - Central Ave Station - 2 min walk
  • Van Buren - 1st Ave Station - 3 min walk
  • Washington - Central Station - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Basil Signature - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cornish Pasty Co. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Harumi Sushi - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Phoenix Convention Center and Footprint Center. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout. This historic hotel is also within a short drive of Chase Field and Biltmore Fashion Park. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and central location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Van Buren - Central Ave Station is 2 minutes and Van Buren - 1st Ave Station is 3 minutes.

Languages

Azerbaijani, English, French, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 129 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.85 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (USD 20 per day)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1302 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1928
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Centrico - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.85 percent

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 9 2023 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Outdoor pool

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 20 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Hotel San Carlos Convention Center
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Arizona (18-min drive) and Vee Quiva Casino (25-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Mexican cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center like?

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center is in Downtown Phoenix, a short 2-minute walk from Van Buren - Central Ave Station and 3 minutes' walk from Phoenix Convention Center. Our travelers say the local area is very central.

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Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Beymar, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Don't book if you want to use a pool area.
We loved the vibe of the hotel. It truly is a hidden gem. Sure, it could be updated but overall it's quirky and fun. What we didn't love is that we booked this hotel because it lists a pool (and shows pictures of it) on the website. The pool is dry. The deck around it is in shambles which was really disappointing. When we talked to the front desk staff about it, he says "Ya. I know. It shouldn't be on the website...." We also weren't prepared for the rooms not to have air conditioning but that is on the website and we missed it. The restaurant at the hotel is excellent.
vickie, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Pj, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Angie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The location was perfect near the convention center and close to restaurants which was very convenient. The staff was very helpful and friendly as well. The hotel had lots of character and I do appreciate the historic nature of it. The biggest drawback is that walls are so incredibly thin and you can hear conversations and next door neighbors through the wall vents in the bedroom and bathroom. Not sure how this can be mitigated but definitely bring ear plugs.
Jamie, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Charming in the hub.
This is a charming hotel in the heart of the downtown district . My only complaint is the hard, uncomfortable pillows. Staying just one night. If my stay would have been longer, i would have asked for replacements. But the room was clean, staff friendly and the area was close to much activity.
Cecilia, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Elda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Colin, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lindann, 3-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

terry, 4-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Historic Hotel in Phoenix
The service was excellent, check-in was efficient. The bed was a bit small and not very comfortable; but it was fine. I wanted to stay at this hotel because it is old and historic; so it was what I expected! The bathroom is dated, but everything was clean. We stayed because we went to a comedy show at Footprint Center. It was an excellent place to stay in walking distance to basketball & baseball & restaurants.
Christa, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

It’s no a bad hotel it’s just very old.
kurt, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Esmy, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Phoenix
Clean, nice , loved history, extremely convenient to baseball and basketball arenas, great restaurants and bats
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good stay
Historic old hotel. Very comfy bed and good variety of pillows. Good location. Convenient and safe. Did not see any ghosts, thankfully! Good price point for us.
Mary, 1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair

1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Fine
The hotel is a bit lesser than what you’d expect. Also, we asked for an additional pillow and some towels during our stay (they only gave us three pillows), and that was a hassle to get.
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Great area and staff were some of the nicest I’ve ever encountered. I highly recommend!
Stacie, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Brian, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Luis, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Mark, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cute old place
This small unique hotel has long been my goto when I stay in downtown Phoenix. Prime location, less expensive.
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The only downside was unloading/check-in... The designated unloading area was not enough space to park. And the parking garage was located with entrance from a different street.
Alisa, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Lorenza, 2-night family trip
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