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Central Phoenix Hotel

2.5 star property
Golf hotel near The Van Buren

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Standard Single Room
A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a sink, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A compact kitchen with a built-in TV, a small fridge, a sink, and a modern countertop.
A balcony with a view of a city street, a hotel sign, and a palm tree.
A compact room with a wooden desk, a television, a microwave, a small refrigerator, a blue office chair, and a white door.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Phoenix

Heart of Phoenix.A stay at this Downtown Phoenix hotel places you steps from The Van Buren and within a 5-minute walk of Arizona Financial Theatre. Mortgage Matchup Center and Arizona Science Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Van Buren - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arizona Financial Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Phoenix Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mortgage Matchup Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Chase Field - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

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
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ziggy's Magic Pizza Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cornish Pasty Co - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crescent Ballroom - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Central Phoenix Hotel

Golf hotel near The Van Buren
As a guest of Central Phoenix Hotel, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. The business-friendly Central Phoenix Hotel also features laundry facilities, room service (during limited hours), and a television in a common area. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This Phoenix hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1972
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Central Phoenix Hotel offers 38 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Central Phoenix Hotel to the airport?

Central Phoenix Hotel is 9.7 mi (16-min drive) away from the Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Phoenix Hotel on Jul 12, 2026 start from CA $104, 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.

Does Central Phoenix Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Central Phoenix Hotel.

Does Central Phoenix Hotel offer free breakfast?

Central Phoenix Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Central Phoenix Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Arizona (18-min drive) and Vee Quiva Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Central Phoenix Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 15.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Central Phoenix Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Central Phoenix Hotel have a pool?

Central Phoenix Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Central Phoenix Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Central Phoenix Hotel to downtown Phoenix?

Central Phoenix Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Phoenix.

Central Phoenix Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 311 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 103 out of 1006 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was friendly and helpful, room was just what I needed
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looks rundown on outside but super nice and clean on the inside. Highly recommend. Great location with balconies in all the rooms. I really enjoyed this spot and it has free parking!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ricardo

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid for a quick stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jontee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and great staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gloria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Scary to stay there!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was nice and clean and staff was courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room and staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The people who run the place are absolutely so kind and The rooms are always clean and it’s so nice and quiet always when I stay there. I highly recommend people to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was nice and clean and staff was courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For budget travelers wanting to stay in downtown Phoenix, this is an excellent option. Walking distance to everything the hotel was quiet for the most part. No problems with safety. The place is under renovation when we stayed our room was completely renovated and very nice. I would
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jon

It's not the prettiest or biggest, but the combo of value and location can't be beat. I enjoyed my stay, and I'll be back for more!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

David J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Clean and well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Juan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel is a low Motel rating
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

America

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was nice. Staff was amazing. Helpful with stuff that needed attending. Nice shower. Water was hot in the shower and the restroom was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was the perfect location if you are attending the concert across the street at The Van Buren! Had a balcony overlooking the venue and next to the venue I was able to order pizza and fries from Ziggys! It had a microwave, fridge and blow drier! Would stay again.
Balcony overlooking The Van Buren and Ziggys.
The Van Buren
View from balcony
View from balcony
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a crappy section of town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The woman who checked us in was incredibly helpful. She helped us get our belongings to the second floor as there was no elevator.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Location, pretty clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room good staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Archi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hospitality by the staff, very clean place, highly recommended for those who have a quick trip to Phoenix downtown as it is well connected to all routes and the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great Budget Hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Splendid stay!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Was under construction and on a Saturday made noise at 7:30 am.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026