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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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Welcome to our grand lobby, featuring a high ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with comfortable chairs.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a high ceiling, elegant chandelier, and comfortable seating areas.
Enjoy a refined dining experience in our elegant dining area, set with fine china and silverware.
Comfortable room with a large bed, bedside table, and desk, offering a quiet space to work and rest.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a stunning mirror cabinet, elegant chandelier, and comfortable seating area.
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

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • 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

Room options

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Two large beds with white linens and wooden headboards, a spacious wardrobe and mirror, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Relax in this cozy space with a large bed, ceiling fan, and a large mirror above.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, ceiling fan, and patterned curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
202 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85004

What's nearby

  • Phoenix Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Van Buren - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • PHX Arena - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Arizona Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chase Field - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) - 12 min drive
  • Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) - 24 min drive
  • Mesa, AZ (MSC-Falcon Field Municipal) - 28 min drive
  • Chandler, AZ (CHD-Chandler Municipal) - 31 min drive
  • Phoenix - Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) - 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

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Basil Signature - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cornish Pasty Co. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Harumi Sushi - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Phoenix Convention Center and PHX Arena. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout. This historic hotel is also within a short drive of Chase Field and Biltmore Fashion Park. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and central location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Van Buren - Central Ave Station is 2 minutes and Van Buren - 1st Ave Station is 3 minutes.

Languages

Azerbaijani, English, French, Russian, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 129 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors

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 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

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

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (USD 20 per day)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 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 center
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Special features

Dining

Centrico - This restaurant specializes 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.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.85 percent

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

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 20 per day

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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

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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 to 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 onsite 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 onsite 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 travelers say the local area is very central.

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Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center Reviews

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

Popular mentions

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Restaurant
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great historic hotel. Lots of character. Clean with friendly staff.
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel was very nice to stay in. Although the pool was closed we still had a good time and would love to stay here again
Logan, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fun place to stay. Easy big buildings around
joseph, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Old and historic building with great staff
Solymar, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The uniqueness is what you like about the hotel san carlos and the history.
Patrick, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

We love staying here for the great location and historic nature of the hotel. Sadly, the pool has been closed for some time which is the only reason I didn't give five stars. The staff are always great and the rooms are very clean and comfortable.
Kimberly, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Its an older hotel with an interesting history and near good restaurants but elements of the room are starting to feel dirty/grimey.
Michele, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay
Melanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The bed felt like you were sleeping on a hill
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is my 4th year in a row staying when I visit Phoenix. It’s a nice historic hotel that is located near the Convention Center. They keep this place very cleaned and maintained. The staff is wonderful and they remember me when I come back. The only complaint I really have is that the pool wasn’t open. Something that would have been lovely to have on hot July days in Arizona.
Samuel David, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It good
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fun and close to everything
Marc, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean room
Christian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great Hotel
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A great historical hotel, which is close to several restaurants and other venues.
Kevin, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Luis, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The history of this place is great!
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It is very close to the Airport.
MARK, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Old hotel convenient location, tiny shower. Small room but great service
GERALD, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Easy to get to. Nice environment friendly staff. Clean rooms reasonable prices
Charles, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very beautiful area and fun learning about the history of the area and hotel.
Jennifer, 3-night trip

4/10 Poor

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
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Awesome place!
Carlos, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quite and staff was super friendly!
Carlos, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, and very clean.
Jesse, 1-night trip