Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

3.0 star property
3-star historic hotel near Phoenix Convention Center

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Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

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Reception
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Banquet hall

Overview of Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • GymGymGym
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the neighborhood

Map
202 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85004
  • Popular LocationPhoenix Convention Center3 min walk
  • Popular LocationFootprint Center7 min walk
  • Popular LocationChase Field12 min walk
  • AirportPhoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)11 min drive

Room options

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Phoenix

Downtown Phoenix stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Phoenix hotel, you'll find Phoenix Convention Center and Footprint Center. Also, Chase Field is within 2 miles (3 km) and Grand Canyon University is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Phoenix Convention Center - 3 min walk
  • The Van Buren - 7 min walk
  • Footprint Center - 7 min walk
  • Arizona Center - 12 min walk
  • Chase Field - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Van Buren - Central Ave Station - 2 min walk
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thai Basil Signature - 3 min walk
  • Starbucks - 2 min walk
  • The Kettle Black Kitchen & Pub - 4 min walk
  • Dog Haus Biergarten - 3 min walk
  • Seamus McCaffrey Irish Pub - 1 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

3-star historic hotel near Phoenix Convention Center
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1302 square feet (121 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center.

This 3-star Phoenix hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 1302 sq ft of conference space
  • 121 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1928
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Phoenix hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

Azerbaijani, English, French, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 20 per day)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.85 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 9 2023 to January 1 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.85 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center to the airport?

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center is 5.8 mi (12-min drive) away from the Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

As of Apr 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center on Apr 27, 2024 start from $167.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center.

Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offer free breakfast?

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center does not offer free breakfast.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Arizona (18-min drive) and Vee Quiva Casino (25-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center have a pool?

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center does not have a pool.

Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center to downtown Phoenix?

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center is 0.2 mi away from Phoenix.

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 127 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 1005 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

MIchael

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awful condition. Dirty dusty and unlivable for even a few hours!

8/10 Good

Fanny

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location (to the convention center). There’s no individual temperature control (which I didn’t know beforehand). Everything was fine (temperature). I was on the 4th floor and Wi-Fi was fairly unstable unfortunately. It didn’t impact my stay, but consistent WiFi would be helpful. Staff downstarls was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historical hotel is fascinating and beautiful. I didn’t get his name, but I love the gentleman that checked us in and checked us out. His passion for the property and historical knowledge really added to my experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the coolest hotel we've ever stayed in. It was absolutely perfect!. Yes it's old but that's what makes it so cool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unique old hotel. Really could use an upgrade with pillows and beds. Loved that there was a bottle opener in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking Distance from Convention Center Works 4me
The San Carlos was the right price for what I needed for a weeklong business trip. The room was small and mostly outdated. The TV was not a flat screen. There was no refrigerator in the room. The upholstery was on the older side. All that said, it served its purpose. A place to crash at night that was within walking distance of the Phoenix Convention Center. It was clean. The staff was pleasant at the front desk and honored my No Service Requested sign throughout the week. Certainly not a 5-star hotel but if you need a place to rest your head and don't care about amenities, this hotel is a viable option.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very thin walls; you could hear other people in there room. Bathroom very small and narrow. Furniture had cigarette burns. Very uncomfortable feeling about the room. Hall carpet had huge tear in front of elevator(4th floor).
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023