South Phoenix - view from South Mountain Park |
★★★★ 1. Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport4300 E Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034 One of only three Crowne Plaza hotels in Arizona, the Crown Plaza Phoenix Airport along Washington Street offers almost the closest lodging to the airport, which is just one mile away to the south. Downtown Phoenix is 4 miles away, and all local area attractions are within easy reach owing to the proximity of I-10, I-17 and the 202 Freeway, and also via the new METRO Light Rail, which stops right outside. The full service hotel is one of the larger and more upmarket of those near the airport; it has 298 rooms (all recently renovated) on 10 floors, a large outdoor pool at the rear, a convenience store, lounge, bar and restaurant serving Southwest-style dishes; room service is available. For meetings, the Crowne Plaza has 3 rooms, totaling 5,568 sq ft of space. |
★★★★ 2. Marriott Phoenix Airport1101 North 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 The full service, 12 story Marriott is one of the closest hotels to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport - 1.5 miles north along 44th St - and it provides all necessary services for visitors to downtown Phoenix, especially those here on business. Accommodation comprises 347 rooms & suites, all large, brightly decorated and well equipped, with 3 concierge levels available for those needing extra amenities. The hotel's restaurant is Red Rim Bistro, open for breakfast, lunch & dinner, while food and drinks are also served at the Lobby Lounge. Meeting facilities include 14 rooms totaling over 18,000 square feet of event space. The Marriott is positioned at the intersection of the 202 and 143 freeways, for easy travel to all area locations. |
★★★★ 3. Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass5594 W Wild Horse Road, Phoenix, AZ 85226 The Sheraton Resort, including its two 18 hole championship golf courses, stands alone in the desert on the south side of Phoenix, surrounded by empty plains, within sight of South Mountain Park, 5 miles north. The resort lies on land of the Gila River Indian Reservation, part of a development that also includes the Gila River Casino, Motorsports Park and Phoenix Premium Outlets, and the Native American history and culture of this region are reflected in the design and decor. There are six restaurants & bars on the premises, offering indoor and outdoor dining, and a range of accommodations, from traditional guest rooms to one bedroom suites. All have a private balcony or patio. Other amenities include an outdoor pool complex, tennis courts, a fitness center and the full service Aji Spa. |
★★★★ 4. Hilton Phoenix Airport2435 South 47th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034-6410 The Hilton is part of a group of hotels bordering Phoenix Airport to the southeast, 2.5 miles by road from the terminal buildings, at the edge of an extensive business district alongside the 143 freeway. Free 24 hour airport transportation is available. Central attraction is a large, secluded, tropical courtyard garden with outdoor pool, patio and al fresco dining area, providing a respite from the busy urban surroundings. Breakfast, lunch & dinner are served at Rennick's Restaurant (plus room service), while Rimrock Bar & Grille is open for drinks and meals from late morning until midnight. 10,000 square feet of meeting space cater for events of up to 500 people. |
★★★★ 5. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Phoenix320 North 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008-7698 Accommodations at DoubleTree Suites by Hilton are oversized two-room suites, all with wet bar & sofa bed; some have upgraded facilities for business & multimedia. The hotel provides a free shuttle to/from Phoenix International Airport, 2 miles south, and is one block from the nearest stop on the METRO light rail system. Highways 202 and 143 run past close by, for easy travel in all directions. On-site facilities include an all-day restaurant (free buffet breakfast provided), an outdoor pool & courtyard garden, a fitness center and 17 meeting rooms. The resort-like property occupies a spacious site in a relatively quiet business district, surrounded by plenty of parking space and lined by many palm trees. |
★★★ 6. Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport427 N 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 The Radisson is one of the closest hotels to Phoenix International Airport on the north side, situated in a small business park along 44th Street, one block from the 143/202 freeway intersection; it occupies an imposing, seven floor building with an outdoor saltwater pool & hot tub at the front and ample parking space all around, lined by tall palm trees. Wi-fi and airport transportation are complimentary. The hotel's Southwest-style RBG restaurant provides breakfast, lunch & dinner, plus room service until 10 pm. Drinks and snacks are available until 11 pm at the Lobby Bar. Guests are just 0.3 miles from the 44th St/Washington stop on the Phoenix light rail system. |
★★★ 7. Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport North1515 North 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 The Holiday Inn is a full service addition to the wide range of Phoenix airport accommodation choices, occupying a large site along 44th Street, 2.6 miles from the terminal buildings, and a similar distance from many southeast Phoenix attractions including Papago Golf Course, Phoenix Zoo, Arizona Country Club & Pueblo Grande Museum. The 234 modern, luxurious rooms are arranged around an attractive courtyard garden with pool, whirlpool, gazebo and mature trees; inside, the main facilities are a full service restaurant, lounge/bar, 24 hour fitness center and 12,000 sq ft of meeting space catering for functions of up to 400 people. The hotel's complimentary shuttle serves the airport and all places within a 5 mile radius. |
★★★ 8. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Phoenix Airport3220 S 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85040 Holiday Inn Phoenix Airport adjoins the University Drive exit of the 143 freeway, less than 2 miles from the terminal buildings, and one mile from interstate 10. The neighborhood has a mixture of businesses and other hotels, with just a few restaurants, though all-day dining (plus room service) is available in the hotel at the Soleil Bistro. The other main facilities at the 114 room Holiday Inn are a lounge/bar, outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, business center, gift shop and 3,000 of meeting/event space. A complimentary shuttle is operated to the airport and to other locations within a 5 mile radius. |
★★★ 9. Courtyard Phoenix Airport2621 South 47th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034 Adjacent to a Marriott sister property (the Fairfield Inn), Courtyard Phoenix Airport is quite a large building of 4 floors and 145 rooms, a five minute drive from the airport via the hotel's complimentary shuttle, which also serves nearby locations in Tempe. The inn is built around a lovely garden area with a pool & hot tub, lined by palm trees and other plants; it provides comfortable, quiet lodging in the care of friendly staff. Services include a business center, two meeting rooms, free continental breakfast and guest laundry. |
★★★ 10. Residence Inn Phoenix Airport801 North 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Within easy reach of as Mesa, Tempe and Scottsdale as well as Phoenix and the international airport, the Residence Inn by Marriott offers high quality accommodation for long or short stay travelers, and its combination of good facilities, efficient staff and general cleanliness makes this one of the top rated hotels in all of Phoenix. The 200 rooms feature separate living/working/sleeping areas plus a full kitchen, pull-out sofa bed and large work desk; some have a fireplace. Complimentary services include full breakfast, light evening dinner on selected weekdays, airport shuttle and parking. For relaxation, guests have use of an outdoor pool, hot tub, sports court, bbq area and fitness center. The AAA Three Diamond-rated hotel occupies quite a large area along North 44th Street, beside the junction of the 143 and 202 freeways. |
★★★ 11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Phoenix Airport South4750 E Cotton Center Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85040 Guests at Homewood Suites by Hilton Phoenix Airport are treated to free hot breakfast every morning and a free evening reception (Mon to Thu), when snacks and drinks are served. The well reviewed hotel features two bed, one bed and studio suites, with extended stay amenities including a full kitchen, two phones, free internet access and an extra sofa bed. Some of the rooms look inwards over the courtyard garden; others have views over the busy neighborhood of restaurants and business premises, along 48th Street, 5 miles south of the international airport; also nearby is the Tempe Diablo Stadium. Leisure facilities are the expected fitness room, outdoor pool and whirlpool, while the hotel also has services for business, meetings and events. |
★★★ 12. Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport3422 E Elwood Street, Phoenix, AZ 85040-1626 Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport benefits from a quiet location along a side road, near the 32nd Street exit of Interstate 10; especially peaceful are the outdoor pool and garden at the rear, enclosed by palms and other shady trees. The complimentary airport shuttle and business center both operate 24 hours a day, while the many other facilities include a restaurant, bar, convenience store, fitness center and meeting space. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch & dinner, convenient since there are no other dining places in the vicinity; the surroundings are a mixture of business premises and industrial sites, close to the south bank of the Salt River. |
★★★ 13. Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North3838 E Van Buren Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Along Van Buren Street, the Hilton Garden Inn is a large, modern property offering a 24 hour business center, complimentary airport transportation, an outdoor pool and meeting space for up to 200. Freshly-cooked breakfast is served in the Great American Grill, plus dinner (and room service) in the evenings, while drinks & snacks are available from the Pavilion Lounge. Guests can also cook meals in their rooms, using the refrigerator & microwave; food can be purchased from the Pavilion Pantry convenience store. The hotel is built in a partly residential, partly industrial neighborhood beside the Grand Canal, which has a hike/bike trail along the south bank. The light railway runs past one block south. |
★★★ 14. Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Phoenix Airport4702 E University Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85034 Two miles southeast of Phoenix International Airport, and within 10 miles of Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale as well as downtown Phoenix, the Country Inn is a good, central choice for visitors to the Valley of the Sun. The hotel operates a complimentary shuttle to the airport, and offers free parking for those flying away. The immediate neighborhood consists mostly of office buildings though with a few nearby restaurants including Denny's; hot breakfast is provided free at the hotel. At the front is an outdoor pool and hot tub, while interior facilities are an exercise room, business center and guest laundry. |
★★★ 15. Hampton Inn Phoenix Airport North601 North 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 The more northerly of two Hampton Inn hotels serving Sky Harbor Airport is part of the Gateway Business Complex either side of 44th Street, right opposite COFCO Chinese Cultural Center. A free shuttle takes guests to and from the airport, less than 2 miles away; for other destinations, the light railway runs past 2 blocks south (also served by the shuttle). The hotel has 106 rooms & suites, all equipped with a work desk, sofa bed, refrigerator and microwave. Four meeting rooms can accommodate events of up to 100 people. Free hot breakfast is provided, available in a take out version for guests leaving early (Mon-Fri only). |
★★★ 16. Aloft Phoenix-Airport4450 E Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034 The 143 room Aloft is one of the closest hotels to Phoenix Airport - along Washington Street, just 1.5 miles from the terminals. The contemporary, mid rise property has a tree-lined location, with a sheltered pool and courtyard garden at the rear, surrounded by plenty of parking space. A free shuttle serves not just the airport but also other destinations within a three mile radius, such as Papago Park and Valleywise Health Medical Center. The 44th Street rail station is within walking distance, as is the Pueblo Grande Museum, preserving ancient Hohokam ruins. Other hotel features include a 24 hour pantry, a lounge/bar, and a 24 hour fitness center. |
★★ 17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix - Airport North800 N 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Newly constructed late 2019, the Holiday Inn Express is an affordable, mid range property of 128 rooms & suites, situated along 44th Street just south of the 202 freeway, 1.8 miles by road from the international airport. In the vicinity are business premises, other hotels and a couple of restaurants; the nearest natural scenery is Papago Park, 2.5 miles east. The main hotel features are a free five mile radius shuttle service, free hot breakfast, a fitness center and an outdoor pool. |
★★ 18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix-Airport University Drive3401 E University Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85034 The best aspect of the Holiday Inn Express, regarded by many as the top hotel at Phoenix Airport, is the rooms - extra large, modern and beautifully maintained, equipped with a microwave and a full size refrigerator. The hotel is part of a quiet business park near I-10 exit 151 (University Drive) - due south of and 3 miles by road from the international airport. Also nearby are Arizona State University (4 miles) and the Diablo Stadium in Tempe (3 miles). Guests can take advantage of free buffet breakfast, free evening reception, free airport transportation, a fitness center, outdoor pool, hot tub and gift shop. |
★★ 19. GreenTree Inn & Suites Phoenix Sky Harbor4234 S 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85040 GreenTree Inn Phoenix Sky Harbor overlooks I-10 at the 48th Street exit, 3.7 miles from the terminal buildings, adjacent to Cotton Center Business Park and a short walk from around a dozen restaurants. The hotel is a relatively old but recently renovated property; a medium sized (107 room) L-shaped building surrounded by the parking lot and with a sheltered garden/outdoor pool at one side. As well as the airport, the complimentary shuttle service takes guests to other places within three miles, including the local light rail station, along Washington Street. Free hot breakfast is provided, and the hotel has all the usual facilities for business, leisure and meetings. |
★★ 20. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Phoenix Airport3037 E Van Buren Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 The pet friendly SureStay Hotel by Best Western occupies a U-shaped, 2 story, exterior corridor building along busy Van Buren Street, 3.5 miles from Sky Harbor Airport, and linked to the terminals by free 24 hour shuttle. Free continental breakfast and an outdoor pool are the two principal amenities; for lunch & dinner there are a few restaurants a block or two away along the main road. |
★★ 21. Fairfield Inn & Suites Phoenix South Mountain Area15221 S 50th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85044 The surroundings of the Fairfield Inn Phoenix South are mixed rural/residential - the hotel is beside I-10 (exit 160), just north of Chandler Boulevard, and about 1 mile from the edge of the Phoenix suburbs and the start of the open desert of the Gila River Indian Reservation. A little further west is the 16,000 acre South Mountain Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the USA, and offering many hiking, riding & cycling opportunities. Accommodation consists of 125 rooms, all containing a refrigerator and microwave. Free hot breakfast is served each morning, and the hotel has the usual three leisure facilities of fitness center, hot tub and outdoor pool. |
★★ 22. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Phoenix Airport/Downtown Area4120 E Van Buren Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Wi-fi, continental breakfast (with hot waffles), parking and 24 hour airport transportation are provided free of charge at Howard Johnson Phoenix Airport, an exterior corridor hotel along Van Buren Street, 2 miles by road north of the terminals. Accommodations are contained within two blocks, facing south or east, with views of the parking lot, the outdoor pool, and beyond to a small business park that includes such businesses as Hanson, Magellan Health Services and Health Choice Arizona. Guest rooms are equipped with a refrigerator and microwave. People here to work have use of a business center and a 15 person boardroom. |