Central Phoenix Hotel

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

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Reception
Interior
Hair dryer, towels
Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
402 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, AZ, 85003
  • The Van Buren
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • PHX Arena
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Chase Field
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Single Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 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
  • PHX Arena - 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
  • ‪Ziggys Pizza And Stard - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crescent Ballroom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Basil Signature - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cornish Pasty Co. - ‬8 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.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish, Urdu

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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

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 18-minute walk of Chase Field and also 14 minutes on foot from PHX Arena. You'll also find The Van Buren and Arizona Financial Theatre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available 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 a good place to stay 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, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 at Central Phoenix Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Central Phoenix Hotel.

Central Phoenix Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 382 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 210 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1008 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This hotel was quaint, unique, clean, and perfect location. The worker put us in a room that had a balcony and was amazing! We sat out on the balcony for hours in the evening and morning watching people and enjoying our stay. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The associate who checked us in was awesome! The room was a bit worn down - paint peeling in the bathroom, AC unit was confusing and looked worn. There was some mold on the ceiling in the bathroom. We asked that it be cleaned on one day but within 24 hours nothing was done. We asked a different employee the next day and when we came back to the room it was done, so 2 out of 3 staff people were really great! The hotel should have been 1 or 2 stars - no gym, no breakfast. It was sufficiently clean that my wife was willing to stay, but she did make me promise that we would never stay in a place like this again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ethan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just No
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy Downtown Motel

Surprisingly pleasant downtown motel. Excellent location and comfortable space at a reasonable cost. Would definitely stay there again and recommend to others traveling on a budget.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Raieesa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Félicia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I had not booked this place. The smell is pretty horrendous (smoke humidity mold) in the hallways and in the rooms, even if you let the window open. The shower gets clogged up after 30 seconds and you need your own personal electric cable to get the fan going. There were hairs on the bed when we arrive and there is no double lock on the door. Parking is easy but there were folks walking around and looking closely at our car.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom was really small. Room was across from the fire station but i was able to sleep good these 2 nights. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location, low price, no frills.

Walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pradeep

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
very clean and good inside
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carmela

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davisha

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reyes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent place that's clean and small but in an area that's slightly shady. Not the hotel's fault but still something to take into consideration
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Wanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, I would say that our stay exceeded our expectations. The property was safer than I expected, being across the street from a fire department and a major dance venue. I did not care for the person checking us in. The room was clean and the maid service excellent. We were given room 116. The room is directly opposite a security door that makes a horrendous noise. At first, we didn’t know what that noise was. I would strongly recommend that management fix the door so that it doesn’t sound like a cannon going off.

2/10 Terrible

Almera, Anaheim

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff not helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Roswell

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable bed & friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nonsmoking room smelled like smoke and the a/c was terrible. We needed a room for about 8 hours before heading to the airport for a very early flight. The location was good for food options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
It was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davisha

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

Great hole in the wall place to stay downtown

Staff was very courteous and responded to my issue with the TV immediately. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025