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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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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.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds, City View | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)

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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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

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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About the neighborhood

Map
202 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85004

What's nearby

  • Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Phoenix Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Van Buren - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mortgage Matchup Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chase Field - 8 min walk - 0.8 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

  • ‪Barrel & Bushel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dog Haus Biergarten - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cornish Pasty Co - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jacy & Dakota's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Westin Executive Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Phoenix Convention Center and Mortgage Matchup 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.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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)
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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 2026 (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 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • 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
Hotel San Carlos Downtown 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

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Location
Bed
Historical
History
Parking
Bathroom
Restaurant
Shower

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room fantastic guest service beautiful old well maintained historic downtown Phoenix hotel
shannon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was nice rooms were clean
Jacey, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice location
Ran, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was good and desk clerk were friendly and helpful
Lucille, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great historic hotel! Great location too. Maid service every day, very clean. Little complaint, water temperature regulation needs work. Overall will definitely stay there again.
Nichole, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was fine and the staff were courteous and helpful
Jo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was so nice & helpful. Very unique and true to the 1920’s.
Krista, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel was great.... area around not so much
Tina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location
jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes it was a interesting stay ? Rooms were big and maid service was top notched service. Staff was very cool.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and the staff!!
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay! This place is a hidden gem! Tony at the front desk is great and will bend over backwards for you. Definitely will stay here again!!!
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful front desk staff!
Todd, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes clean rooms .house keeper does a good job.
John, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff. Nice facility. My only concern was no refrigerator.
Kevin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This is a beautiful historic hotel in the center of downtown Phoenix. Every member of the staff was wonderful - friendly, professional, and helpful.
Patricia T, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome room, amazing staff, and everything was clean! Walking distance from the Van Buren which was awesome. My only complaint is that the hotel is freezing and there’s no thermometer or radiator in the room. Me and my girlies got low iron and we slept in a bile like hamsters to conserve body heat.
JULIA, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice towels, shampoo soaps, clean sheets. But Bed was FIRM. Felt like grandmas guest bed from 60yrs ago. Needs a comfort topper.
TIMOTHY, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very quaint and we loved that they kept it very vintage. It really was a great place to stay.
shannon, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Dilapidated and lacking in many amenities: no parking, no breakfast, no (working) pool, no room temperature controls, no laundry. Multiple wacked out vagrants roaming the block including sleeping right outside the front door the ar
Vincent, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was very clean, staff were friendly and helpful. We had a room over the pub, 4th floor, and that location was too loud for us. The city life was loud late into the night. The walls seem very thin at the hotel, we could hear the room next to us snoring all night. Very cool historical place and I’m glad we stayed there but I’m not we would again. I barely slept, but if city noises is something you can sleep through, it’s a great choice!
Jennifer, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

That was one of the hardest mattresses I’ve ever slept on! We could hardly sleep at all. There was absolutely no room in the bathroom. I saw fuzz bunnies on the carpet. We will never stay there again.
Dannis, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

I was called for Federal Jury Duty and they refused to let me cancel when the jury duty was called off ! The reservation was made because by law I had to be in downtown per the letter I received and all the reading I did online if I wasn’t there I’d go to jail but then the hotel refused to cancel
Fawn, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff was nice but hotel was rundown and wouldn’t recommend for a young women alone.
Sarah, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Staff was very slow checking in (30 minutes) and didn't seem well trained. Rooms to hot with no control. Very dated.
Daniel, 1-night trip