Central Phoenix Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from The Van Buren

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Reception
Interior
Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Balcony

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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402 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, AZ, 85003
  • Place, The Van Buren
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Arizona Financial Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mortgage Matchup Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Phoenix

Located in Downtown Phoenix, Central Phoenix Hotel is adjacent to The Van Buren and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Arizona Financial Theatre. Each of the 38 rooms at this hotel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a flat-screen TV.

What's nearby

  • The Van Buren - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Arizona Financial Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Phoenix Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mortgage Matchup Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Chase Field - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Van Buren - 1st Ave Station - 5 min walk
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ziggy's Magic Pizza Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Via Della Slice Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crescent Ballroom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cibo - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Central Phoenix Hotel

Hotel with free parking, steps from The Van Buren
At Central Phoenix Hotel, guests have access to a terrace, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This golf hotel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1972
  • Renovated entire property - December 2014
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: USD 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)

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

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Central Phoenix Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Phoenix within a short 14-minute walk of Mortgage Matchup Center and also 18 minutes on foot from Chase Field. You'll also find The Van Buren and Arizona Financial Theatre less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Central Phoenix Hotel?

As of Dec 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Phoenix Hotel on Dec 10, 2025 start from $64.49, 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.

Will I be able to park at Central Phoenix Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Central Phoenix Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Central Phoenix Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Central Phoenix Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Central Phoenix Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Central Phoenix Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Central Phoenix Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Central Phoenix Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Central Phoenix Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Central Phoenix Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Central Phoenix Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Central Phoenix Hotel?

The closest major airport to Central Phoenix Hotel is Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX), which is 9.7 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT), which is located 19.5 mi away (26-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Central Phoenix Hotel?

No, at Central Phoenix Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Central Phoenix Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1016 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We've stayed here a couple of times and really like it. The balconies are amazing as we can have food/drinks and the balcony, people watch, and listen to some music that's coming from the van bueren space. Love it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Disliked: Amenities
Kinda sketchy neighborhood but for price it was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First gave me a room that was already occupied. Then had to wait for another room Entire place smelled of cigarettes. Very dirty and nosy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Davisha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

MICHAEL

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I needed a cheap place to sleep and that's all I got. Marijuana smells in the hallways urine smell in the bathroom. No kind of lobby. No kind of service. Overall I would give it 2.5 stars. At least the sheets appeared to be clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Katy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. The area is terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very bad Hotel and Area.

The experience wasn't that great. Lots of vagrants and homeless in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleansing of the property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is extremely outdated. The photos we saw vs the room we got were completely different. The room was labeled nonsmoking but it smells like it had been smoked in for 20 years. There was mold on the ceiling in the shower area. I planned to stay longer but I woke up so sick I left early. The only good thing was the price and it was in a very convenient area. Housekeeping was very nice and I could tell they were doing the best they could with what they had to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

isabella

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
You definitely get what you pay for. Not very clean, bed is comfortable & the location is convenient. Pretty great for if you’re just stopping by in town but not amazing quality. Staff was pretty nice & reasonably priced for what you get
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was very polite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jadyn Haley

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Value motel

It’s the cheapest hotel in central location so for the price it’s hard to go wrong. Big comfy bed, great free wifi, fridge/microwave, even a really convenient dressing table and table+chair for two people. The only real issue we found was a nasty smell in the rooms and the bathrooms are pretty gross - but minor issues for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was an average low budget hotel but had clean rooms and friendly staff. There was a lot of blight and homeless in the area but was close to entertainment and food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Reynaldo

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
It's a lot of homeless around the area
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chose the double standard room and it was MUCH nicer than the single king. Private balcony, powerful AC, clean bathroom. Can tell where the money for renovations has gone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ilse

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for, the place is cheap and right in downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The overall stay was great. Its an affordable budget motel close to central Phoenix, AZ. It allowed me to basically walk anywhere I wanted.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025