Hotel San Carlos
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Hotel Overview
Good location, Good deal
It's not luxurious, but the San Carlos' room was clean, the bed was comfortable and it was...
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Coach Jones
- May 5, 2013
Awesome for conventions
Rooms were a bit small (Not Microtel small, but smaller than average) but VERY clean with newer...
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Convention Traveler 5000
- Mar 29, 2013
Hollywood Golden Age celebrity hangout in downtown Phoenix
This landmark Hotel San Carlos opened with great fanfare in 1928, and its doors have been open ever since. Throughout its history, an impressive roster of celebrities -- including Mae West, Marilyn Monroe and Spencer Tracy -- has graced its guest rooms. Today, the Hotel San Carlos is a fixture on the National Register of Historic Places where visitors find elegant details -- copper elevator doors, sparkling chandeliers, dramatic tapestries -- paired with modern touches like a rooftop pool, satellite TV and free high-speed Internet access.Hotel San Carlos Rooms
- Queen - Single
- Queen View room offers a view of downtown phoenix, features 1 queen bed, television with cable/satellite television channels. Includes, clock radio, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, iron/ironing board, blackout drapes/curtains, ceiling fan. Non-smoking only.
- Economy - Queen
- Standard Queen room is an interior room which features 1 queen bed, a private bath with a shower no bathtub. It also features a television with cable/satellite television channels. Includes, clock radio, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, iron/ironing board, blackout drapes/curtains, ceiling fan. Non-smoking only.
- Double Room
- Double Room View room offers a view of downtown phoenix, features 2 double beds, television with cable/satellite television channels. Includes, clock radio, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, iron/ironing board, blackout drapes/curtains, ceiling fan. non-smoking only.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Activities
- Pool
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Internet
- Wireless internet
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Phoenix.
- Nearby airports
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport - 4.5 miles.
- Area description
- The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Phoenix's financial, government, and entertainment district, just steps away from many fabulous local Phoenix Attractions.
Nearby points of interest
- Orpheum Theater: 0.1 mi
- Wells Fargo History Museum: 0.1 mi
- Phoenix Symphony: 0.2 mi
- St. Mary's Basilica: 0.3 mi
- Phoenix Civic Plaza Convention Center: 0.3 mi
- US Airways Center: 0.4 mi
- The Rosson House: 0.5 mi
- Phoenix Children's Museum: 0.5 mi
- Chase Field: 0.6 mi
- Phoenix Theatre: 0.8 mi
- Phoenix Art Museum: 1.1 mi
- Arizona Capitol Museum: 1.3 mi
- Heard Museum: 1.5 mi
- South Mountain: 4.9 mi
- Pueblo Grande: 5.2 mi
- Orpheum Theater: 0.1 mi
- Wells Fargo History Museum: 0.1 mi
- Phoenix Symphony: 0.2 mi
- St. Mary's Basilica: 0.3 mi
- Phoenix Civic Plaza Convention Center: 0.3 mi
- US Airways Center: 0.4 mi
- The Rosson House: 0.5 mi
- Phoenix Children's Museum: 0.5 mi
- Chase Field: 0.6 mi
- Phoenix Theatre: 0.8 mi
- Phoenix Art Museum: 1.1 mi
- Arizona Capitol Museum: 1.3 mi
- Heard Museum: 1.5 mi
- South Mountain: 4.9 mi
- Pueblo Grande: 5.2 mi
- Arizona Science Center: 5.6 mi
- Octane Raceway: 5.7 mi
- Wrigley Mansion: 5.7 mi
- Papago Park: 7 mi
- Phoenix Zoo: 7.1 mi
- South Mountain Park: 7.2 mi
- Desert Botanical Garden: 7.3 mi
- Piestewa Peak: 7.4 mi
- Camelback Mountain: 7.7 mi
- Phoenix Mountain Preserve: 7.9 mi
- America West Arena: 9.2 mi
- Western Destinations: 11.3 mi
- Phoenix - Mesa: 15.3 mi
- Musical Instrument Museum: 16 mi
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- The hotel offers intimate space for up to 50 people for private business meetings, rehearsal dinners, or other private events. Please contact the sales office at 602-253-4121 ext. 156 for details.
Dining
- Bistro 202
- Open daily serving made to order breakfast and lunch.
- Ghost Lounge & Restaurant
- Taking it's name from the "Haunted" past, the Ghost Lounge serves up cocktails & dinner 7 nights a week.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (86)
Ratings and reviews for Hotel San Carlos
- All travelers (86) 3.4 / 5
- Business (32) 3.4 / 5
- Couples (27) 3.4 / 5
- Families (8) 3.4 / 5
- Friends (5) 3.4 / 5
- Singles (12) 3.8 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (2) 3.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 2.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.9
- Hotel staff:
- 3.9
- Room comfort:
- 3.3
- Location:
- 4.4
- Value:
- 3.6
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
We loved the ambiance in ...
We loved the ambiance in the hotel, it was exciting to stay at a place where Marilyn Monroe stayed and Humphry Bogart stayed. We loved the old hotel feel and felt fortunate to be able to stay there at such a reasonable rate. The room was small but comfortable, pay per view would have been nice. Over all it was a fun room with a nice view and great service! The Irish pub next door was a nice plus in our opinion! Very fun!! We had a great time! I hate fair food and I thought it would we would be able to get something to eat at the hotel, better quality, would be the pre requesit here!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Nightlife tip:
Short drive from hotel
We actually went to the fair and ended up back at the Irish bar next door..I just wish by the time we got there, Food was available.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Wonderful Experience
2d time at san carlos. very, very friendly/helpful staff. dinner excellent. our anniversary and all staff most accommodating. snack bar had lousy iced tea but otherwise excellent in all respects. enjoyed the history and proximity to only stuff in phoenix worth visiting. look forward to next visit.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
in house restaurant excellent for dinner & breakfast. heart of historical district. everthing worth seeing really within walking distance.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
R AND C
Overnight Trip
This hotel was alot of fun to stay at! YES,ITS OLD,but that was makes it so special and neat.Its beautiful inside.The walls are thin,so request upper levels.Dissapointed that we didnt see or hear any ghosts.Theatre very close.Alot of action and fun at the hotel.,probley due to the bar.It was perfect for a overnight stay.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great downtown locale, lots of history
The Hotel San Carlos is a very old hotel with a gorgeous bar and restaurant. The classic old furniture, chandeliers etc.are a real treat. There are fine city views,a great third story pool,and the proximity to downtown sporting and concert venues is the best. We actually walked over to the Dodge Theatre for a concert. I did not enjoy the small size of the rooms, the paper thin walls, and the ten dollar a day parking fee. Overall we had a good experience and felt the value was fair. The rooms named after Hollywood Stars who had visited was cool.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
Irish themed bar/restaurant, Baja Fresh, El Matador mexican, Starbucks,City Deli,Orpheum theatre,Chase Field,U.S.Air Arena.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Walt & Non
Beautiful Old San Carlos
The History of the San Carlos is very interesting. Loved all the Old things still in the hotel. The rooms are a little Small but its is old . Loved the walk of Fame on the side walk and the Star's names on the Suites. We really enjoyed our stay the staff were Great, The front desk gals Supper nice. Will go there again. Haunted ? did hear voices in the Bathroom but no Ghost. The Goodens
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The Silver Spoon is a great place for Breakfast and Lunch. Josh was Cool. The Irish Pub next door to the Hotel is Faboulas! Great food and cold beer.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Lori: pleased patron
Downtown Hotel History
This hotel is an awesome place to stay; not only is is close to all of downtown festivities no matter what you are there for; business or pleasure. The light rail is 1/2 block away and very inexpensive to ride. Taxi service is expensive. We spent one whole evening in the hotel just reading all the history of the hotel and checking out all the beautiful historical pictures (with explanation captions of event). The hotel staff was wonderful and the queen bed accomadations were a real plus. They were extremely comfortable. I would definately stay @ the San Carlos again and again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
there was a great Irish Pub directly right next door that served excellent food. Also there was a subway and small deli directly right across the street from San Carlos for those who don't like trying new things and are used to subway.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Nikster
Very Charming
We stayed here because we attended a show at the Comerica theater which is just a few blocks away. The hotel is in a great location near several entertainment venues and hot spots downtown. The hotel was charming. The rooms are very basic, but we appreciated the architecture and history of the building. We had heard that it was "haunted" before our stay, but no paranormal activity to report. Great value for the location and the novelty of being a historical monument of Phoenix.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
Great location. Within walking distance of many attractions/hotspots.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
AdoraNora
Night Out
We needed a hotel for a celebration evening out. We found the best deal on Orbitz. The hotel staff were helpful & friendly. I had to change rooms due to a leak & was moved immediately. Had a great stay & look forward to the next.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
Hanny's is good mix crowd. The cost is cha ching however they are very tastey! Staff needs some training in CS otherwise great place to hang for a drink & nosh.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Adill
Would return
Nice old hotel right in downtown. Very cool and Pleasant in the room with nice a/c. Ceiling fan also. They were able to check us in about 3 hrs early no charge but it might have just been feasible at that time. Bathroom was laughably NARROW but functioned fine. Good experience
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
The Main Ingredient on north 7th (?) ave. Good sandwiches. Also, Matt's Big Breakfast nearby is not to be missed
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Pereirra
Decent, actually pretty darn decent
A cozy hotel. Small rooms, narrow hallways. But ya know, it has personality. Very professional staff. This hotel does show its age. In the shower, the water goes from hot to cold to hot. Get the picture? But the beds are top of the line, the room is clean, the little historical fru frus that dot the floors are interesting. You'll like this hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
In Hotel
The water dispenser by the ice machine on the 3rd floor is the place to get your water. It tastes much better than the tap water in the room.
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