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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 Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 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 AU$130
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a small table, and curtains.

Queen Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a large red wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(42 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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

  • Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - 12 min drive
  • Phoenix, AZ (DVT-Phoenix Deer Valley) - 24 min drive
  • Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 28 min drive
  • Chandler, AZ (CHD-Chandler Municipal) - 31 min drive
  • Mesa, AZ (AZA-Phoenix - Mesa Gateway) - 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jacy & Dakota's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

  • Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center puts you in a great location, within a short 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 centre for a workout. This historic hotel is also within a short drive of Chase Field and Grand Canyon University. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and central location. Public transportation is only 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
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.85 per cent 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 cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Off-site 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 centre
  • 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 centre
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • 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 curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Centrico – This restaurant specialises 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 per cent

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 9 January 2023 to 31 December 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 20 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
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
San Carlos Convention Center
San Carlos Downtown Convention Center
Hotel San Carlos Downtown Convention Center Phoenix
San Carlos Downtown Convention Center Phoenix
Carlos Convention Center
Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center Hotel
Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center Phoenix
Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center Hotel Phoenix

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 that you 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 on-site 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 on-site 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 travellers say that the local area is very central.

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Reviews

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

6.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Location
Bed
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History
Parking
Bathroom
Restaurant
Shower

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, very kind, very clean and came everyday to refresh. Very old hotel but has wonderful charm. I would recommend it to anyone.
Donald, 4-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Charming historic property with friendly staff.
Anita, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay. It is a historic property and is well kept. Great location, lots of close by places to eat.
Lynn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient location and staff was wonderful
Julienne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great clean place!
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Parking was available and convenient.
Israel, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

“Historic,” but located downtown. All amenities in the room including coffee maker and hai dryer and Kleenex tissue and soaps and shampoos.
Fred, 3-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The hotel was very clean. The staff is excellent, not many amenities, but lots of charm. It’s also close to pubs and restaurants. We really enjoyed our stay.
Linda, 4-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean and quaint
Inez, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location. Great Vibe for an old historic hotel. If that's what you want, then this is the place to stay.
Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

My family had a very nice time. We enjoyed the history of the hotel.
Katie, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Like stepping into 30's or a European hotel...nothing flashy but a sense of comfort. Front desk very friendly and helpful.
In the heart of downtown. Sign glows blue at night.
Interesting history. Marilyn stayed here. Clark stayed here.
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay. THE staff was friendly.
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is awesome !
Bryan, 1-night trip
Verified review

4/10 Fair

Nearby amenities were good
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

Staff was great!
Paul, 3-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Great staff. If you’re just looking for a place to sleep for a couple nights in a great location, this is a very good choice
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Had the pool been open it would’ve been a 5 star stay. Cool old building with lots of history
Serenity, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed my time here. The staff was very friendly and the room was clean. It was located close to transit. I would stay here again.
christy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was great and the service. Location had lots to do.
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoy the old hotels. History
Gilberto, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Historical hotel. Clean and priced good
Rashawn, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and surprisingly quiet! The manager Tony was happy to tell you the history of the building and even indulged our ghost hunting stories. Over all was a wonderful experience and we will definitely be returning!
April, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Hi Comfortable bed,any ride except shuttle to the airport, restaurants around quite of bit,,pool wasn't working on my stay,nice experience,well kept historic hotel.
Alex, 1-night trip