Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

Historic hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Gym
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

202 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85004

Place, Phoenix Convention Center
‪3 min walk‬
Place, PHX Arena
‪7 min walk‬
Place, Chase Field
‪8 min walk‬
Airport, Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Very good

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Phoenix

Located in Downtown Phoenix, Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center is within a 5-minute walk of Phoenix Convention Center and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like PHX Arena. This 129-room, 3-star hotel has a 24-hour gym along with free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

Phoenix Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
The Van Buren - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
PHX Arena - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Arizona Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Chase Field - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Cornish Pasty Co - ‬1 min walk
‪Harumi Sushi - ‬3 min walk
‪Elevate at Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel - ‬2 min walk
‪Valley Bar - ‬1 min walk
‪Jacy & Dakota's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

Historic hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Other amenities at this historic hotel include a 24-hour business center, a terrace, and an ATM.

LED TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and phones are also standard.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Housekeeping

$99 nightly

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Parking included

$134 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

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

Restaurants on site

Centrico

Things to do

24-hour gym

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop

Business services

1,302 square feet of conference space
2 meeting rooms
24-hour business center

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.
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance

1 building
7 floors
Built in 1928
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker

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 at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 9 2023 to December 31 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 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:

Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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; cash is not accepted

Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

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Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center Hotel Phoenix

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center on Oct 5, 2025 start from $79.0, 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.

What's there to see around Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Phoenix within a short 12-minute walk of Chase Field and also 7 minutes on foot from PHX Arena. You'll also find The Van Buren and Arizona Financial Theatre less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center feature a casino?

No, Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

At this historic hotel, couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a restaurant bar plus some guestrooms include city views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

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

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

Yes, Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center serves breakfast for a surcharge at Centrico.

Will Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center though service animals are welcome.

Does Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

The closest major airport to Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center is Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX), which is 5.8 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT), which is located 19.8 mi away (24-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center.

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Aug 28, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Jul 3, 2025

Disliked: Room comfort

No AC Control

The only thing I wasn’t to say is it’s an old building and…..you won’t have any control of the air conditioning. It’s controlled by the property for the entire floor. My room had to be at least 76° - 78° when I arrived. It was awful. The fan wasn’t helping either. THIS IS PHOENIX!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

natalia

Jun 25, 2025

I didn't get to stay there because the AC was broken but thank God. The hotel is in a very sketchy place, doesn't have a carpark so you have to look for one around at a not very nice street, the lobby smells terrible between mouldy and dirt, just the sofa at the entrance was the dirties thing I've seen. I wouldn't have stayed there even if I didn't get a refund.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Jun 24, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We couldn't say there because the air conditioner was not working.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Margaret

Jun 23, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pool was closed in the middle of the summer 113*

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Jun 23, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler

Jun 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The facility is older, and you do not have to worry about rooms being overly cold. This is probably the downside of the facility. The "office center" consisted of one working computer and was very hot to work in. This area was the workout room, which was limited. I need to print out a bunch of documents for an appointment. Which is the reason I was there. The location, because of my needs, was very suitable and served my purpose, plus it was very reasonable in cost. The staff was very helpful since I live in Mexico, and I had a piece of mail that did not arrive during my stay. The staff was willing to forward that mail in an envelope I left them, and they followed up with me once they received it. All in all, I would stay there again if I had similar needs there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Savannah

Jun 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Location and staff were great. No thermostat in the room though, so our room was quite hot which made it very difficult to sleep unfortunately.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Traveled with group

Jun 14, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Central ac, it was hot through the whole night.The bathroom had hairballs in it when we got there. Not the greatest but it was ok for the night.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Traveled with partner

Jun 13, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

There is no AC so it is hot and stuffy. No fan in the bathroom. No fridge. It’s an old hotel and not much to write home about.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicholas

Traveled with family

Jun 13, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Poor AC, uncomfortable bed, you can hear everything happening in your neighbor's rooms and in the hallway. So uncomfortable, we drove home for the night. The restaurant was delicious! Would eat there again

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Jun 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved my room. So very convenient for my Comicon trip. Great hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bailey

Traveled with family

Jun 13, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities

No air conditioning. Super outdated and stuffy. No parking. Disinterested staff.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Abraham

Jun 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

There were a few issues, there is no mini fridge, the ac barley made it cool and we were having issues with the door locking system

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Jun 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

San Carlos Hotel is a well located hotel in Phoenix Downtown. It is full of history, being the first luxory hotel since 1930s. I stayed on the floor where Clark Gable had a room!!! Decoration made me feel like home.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raynard

Jun 10, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

SETH

Traveled with family

Jun 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Amenities

I start with the Negatives from this stay could be all related to the Arizona Heat. I may want to stay again but during the Winter. The negatives this building is a much older building and its A/C is central air so its not controlled by the rooms or the desk staff which made the stay very difficult to sleep. my oldest 20 and youngest 16 went home mutiple nights during the stay as they couldnt handle the heat in the room as there was no cold air at night . My wife ordered a fan and had it delivered . In previous reviews it says they provided fans to people who aaked. (She didnt ask) The pool was also closed during my visit as there doing renovations . This can be releated to old plumbing but water would jump to scolding hot every few minutes even we had it set cold, description says preium channels for the tv only had Over the Air TV stations I do kind of regret booking my stay as we left feeling agitated instesd of relaxed and happy. Now the postives the staff were amazing my wife enjoyed speaking with the house keeper. There is also a mini hollywood stars around building of classic stars that stayed at the hotel. 3rd floor where the ice maker is at they have the Marylyn Monroe suite as in history of building she was once a guest. Building is less then two blocks from the convention center . Exterior of this building was also used in both original Pyscho and the Remake Building is also supposly hunted but did not experience.

Cracked or Chipped Molding, Hotel is under renovation

Cracked or Chipped Tiles Hotel is under renovation

The Maryln Monroe Suite Door on 3rd Floor; I failed to ask if it is possible to reserve these special suites. So I would love if Hotel Could answer this question.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Heidi K

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Jun 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

We had a standard room on a low rate, Phoenix temps in the low 100s. I found the hotel to be friendly and clean. It does show of age and some areas due for remodeling, however, the charm of the historic hotel is there. Limited conversations with staff were attentive and showed care for us as guests.The pool was drained and closed with other basic maintance well kept. The room temp was cool and with the use of the ceiling fan, the room tempature was comfortable in the Phoenix heat, this is meantioned due to other reviews read about the hotel and tempature controls. The lobby was humid and warm in the evening. It's an A+ 3-Star hotel. I was pleased with the stay and would stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Traveled with partner

Jun 9, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything is all good but the a/c is terrible service Highly not recommend staying here for the summer It’s still hot when we came back from the Phoenix fan fusion convention . We left the night of booking. Not sure I’ll get a refund for the nights that I didn’t stay, but will not book here ever again. Please upgrade your ac and modernize Hopefully the staff or site helps out with the refund

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Traveled with group

Jun 9, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

The location was accessable to a parking garage as well as the many sites of downtown. I do understand that it is a historical hotel but the inability to control the temperature of my room in a city like downtown Phoenix was shocking. It was car too warm in the room. The beds were hard and uncomfortable and the shower was less than inadequate. The staff was kind and quick to check in and out.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

jacob

Traveled with group

Jun 9, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The staff were nice and friendly but it doesn't make up for the poor condition of the hotel. Terrible ac (which matters in Phoenix) Water from the shower was either ice cold or searing hot. The pool was being fixed so it was closed. No parking or valet service for an area that honestly needs it. I would not stay again. The TV's were ancient and had no options. And there wasn't a lot of options for electricity for phone charging.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025