Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

3-star hotel Great 202 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85004
Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center
Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention CenterHotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

Located adjacent the Phenix city center light rail line, this historic boutique hotel features Italian Renaissance design, on-site restaurants and a roof top pool. All guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. A cable TV and tea and coffee-making facilities are included in each air-conditioned guest room at Hotel San Carlos. An private bathroom with premium toiletries and bathrobes is also provided. Seamus McCaffrey's Irish Pub at the San Carlos Hotel offers an extensive selection of Irish and Scottish whiskeys, traditional Irish pub fare and live entertainment. Guests can also enjoy lunch or dinner at the unique restaurant Rice Paper, located in the hotel lobby. A 24-hour reception welcomes guests to Phenix Hotel San Carlos. A fitness center is located on site. The Phenix Convention Center is 5 minutes' walk away. The Phenix International Airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

3.8 / 5
Great 1100 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very Vibey. Location is great.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    dated and somewhat unclean. pool is still not open, perfect say though to attend concert az financial center

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    average hotel with basic amenities although the pool and the gym were not working when we went which is the reason why we booked this hotel. not much air conditioning which was horrible in the phoenix heat. overall it was a place to stay at, but nothing more than that.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Love this place staff was very helpful and understanding about everything

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    There is no way to control the air conditioning but my room was very comfortable when the temps outside were around 105°. Sheets and towels were very clean. The bathroom was nice, clean, and bright. The furniture is dated but some would consider them classic and it definitely fits the aesthetics of the building. Replacing the chairs should be considered since it didn’t feel like both in my room would be sturdy. There is no parking so you will have to pay for parking in a garage nearby or drive at least a 0.5 mile away for free street parking. Considering the area, make sure not to leave anything valuable within view inside your vehicle.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    My daughter and I stayed here 4 nights. The staff was wonderful, very friendly and informative. The hotel is an old hotel, but still very nice. We enjoyed the sundeck very much.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel is a little run down, but they try their best to keep it clean given the age of the building. The room was smaller than usual, but expected

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    No parking, you have to park in a separate parking garage and the small walk there felt completely unsafe. The pain was chipping off the walls in our room and there was a smell of sewage that permeated the entire hotel. Not a safe area of Phoenix as there were people smoking drugs and screaming in the alley next to the hotel. The room was small. I feel like we paid too much to stay here given the condition of the place! The only redeeming quality was that the staff were kind to us at check-in and check-out.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel was quiet, historic, lovely and the staff were incredible. We could not get an extra pillow due to low stock, the bathroom is very small and we did have some issues with electrical in the room.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The bed is absolutely rock hard. And the headboard is against a mirror so if you move in the slightest it bangs against the mirror. The bathroom is extremely small. I felt like I was showering in a motorhome. You cannot adjust the AC, there is a ceiling fan. We could hear the person in the room next to us talking very clearly.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The only complaint I have is the pillows r super hard other than that I totally recommend

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Perfect for a little get away!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Light from hallway illuminates entire room from open air vent above door. No way to block light out. Side walks outside hotel …drug deals going on. Parking garage closest to hotel ..homeless sleeping in doorways. Stickey urine in all stairwells.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Charming. Historical. Interesting - like each floor was a museum and a window to Phoenix’s past! This hotel is 98 years old and very boutique. I actually invited family and friends downtown to come see how cool it was. Not just a hotel, an experience! Side note: the staff were super helpful when it came to checking in, and keeping my luggage after hours. PS delicious pop up bar/pizzeria in the lobby. We had a fun time for Phoenix Fan Fusion - super easy walk from the hotel to the convention center, light rail, Dbacks baseball, it was all right there. Cornish Pasty across the street was amazing!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The room was ok however a previous guest wrapped the smoke detector in plastic. I can only speculate as to why. The soda machine needed to be refilled but that’s fair considering it was Fan Fusion weekend. The beds were comfortable, room was cool and it was a great experience for an old hotel. The staff was awesome and I do highly recommend staying here for the downtown Phoenix experience!!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Dirty room. It smells.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean room. Super nice staff.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very cool and old hotel, they should open the pool though.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The hotel is in need of refurbishment, it looked shabby and rundown. Make sure you don’t have a room near the lift - it kept me awake. The room itself was spacious and clean but again needs refurbishment. The location is great for downtown. The hotel has a lot of history

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Staff was very helpful. No parking on site and I should've read that in the description so that was my fault. Beds were not very comfortable, bathroom was not much bigger than an airplane bathroom with a shower and you can't adjust temperature in the room but cute old fashion charm of a place built in 1928. We only stayed one night so it was okay but I probably wouldn't stay more than one.

Frequently asked questions about Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offer parking?
Yes, Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center have a fitness center?
Yes, Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include pool.
Where is Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center located, and how walkable is the area?
Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center is located at 202 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004. With a Walk Score of 84, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

What's nearby

  • Phoenix Convention Center 0.2 mi

House rules

Check in3:00 PM
Check out12:00 PM

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