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4- and 5-star hotels in Phoenix
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Phoenix, from downtown towers to desert resorts and villa-style stays, for travellers weighing up city access against resort facilities and guest ratings.
Staying in Phoenix
Phoenix mixes museums, galleries and botanical gardens with desert hikes and a downtown of sports venues, theatres and restaurants, and it works as a gateway to the Grand Canyon and other Arizona natural wonders. The city is spread out, so a car is often useful for getting around.
These hotels split between the downtown grid — addresses on North 1st, 2nd, 3rd Street and Central Avenue such as Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, Hyatt Regency Phoenix, Renaissance Phoenix Downtown, The Westin Phoenix Downtown, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG and Kenect — and the Camelback Road and desert corridor, where Royal Palms Resort and Spa, The Camby Autograph Collection and AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Biltmore sit. Outlying resort and villa properties such as JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Bell Villa Resort Living Pool Location Events and Quiet desert getaway with ping pong BBQ citrus suit longer, self-contained stays. Downtown addresses favour business trips and event weekends; the resorts and villas appeal to couples and families wanting pools, spas and space.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa part of Hyatt
5200 E Camelback Road, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereA 5-star resort on East Camelback Road, Royal Palms Resort and Spa part of Hyatt pairs a spa and steam room with an outdoor pool and garden, and its 4.7 guest rating from 1417 reviews is the highest on this shortlist. Rooms are air conditioned, with a fireplace among the comforts, and the restaurant, bar and room service cover meals. Pets are allowed and parking is available. Best for travellers who want a full-service resort setting with wellness facilities, roughly 7.9 km from the centre.
See Royal Palms Resort and Spa part of HyattJW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereSet on East Marriott Drive about 21.1 km from the centre, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is a 5-star resort built around a golf course, with an outdoor pool, kids pool, fitness centre and spa. Its 6160 reviews give it a 4.6 guest rating, and the range of facilities — several bars, restaurants, a games room and bike rental — suits families and golfers who plan to spend their days on site rather than in the city.
See JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & SpaArizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & Resorts
2400 E Missouri Avenue, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Car parking
Why stay hereArizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & Resorts is a 5-star property on East Missouri Avenue, just 3.4 km from the centre, and its grounds include a golf course, tennis court, outdoor pool with pool bar and a spa. Guests rate it 4.6 across 5176 reviews. A ballroom, meeting rooms and business centre make it as workable for events as for leisure, while shops, a café and a terrace fill out a stay.
See Arizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & ResortsEast Foothill Drive Villa
4514 East Foothill Drive, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereEast Foothill Drive Villa is a 5-star self-contained stay about 8.4 km from the centre, with an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a spa and a terrace, plus air conditioning throughout and free wifi. Laundry and dry cleaning services are on hand, and parking and a garage are provided. It suits guests who want private villa-style space with swimming and spa facilities rather than a large hotel.
See East Foothill Drive VillaKenect
355 N Central Ave 85004 Phoenix United States, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Self Parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereKenect is a 5-star address on North Central Avenue, 6.2 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool and self parking among its facilities. Lifts serve the building and wheelchair access is provided. Its appeal is a central, straightforward base with a pool, for travellers who want a 5-star classification close to the city without a long list of resort extras.
See KenectQuiet desert getaway with ping pong BBQ citrus
22219 North 22Nd Way, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereQuiet desert getaway with ping pong BBQ citrus is a 4-star house on North 22Nd Way, around 20.5 km from the centre, rated 4.6 by 6156 guests. A full kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and toaster, plus a washing machine, makes it practical for longer stays, and there is a garden and free parking. Pets are allowed. It suits groups or families wanting space and cooking facilities away from the centre.
See Quiet desert getaway with ping pong BBQ citrusBell Villa Resort Living Pool Location Events
16836 North 53Rd Street, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereBell Villa Resort Living Pool Location Events sits on North 53Rd Street about 17.0 km from the centre, a 4-star villa with a 4.5 guest rating from 487 reviews. An outdoor pool and a golf course are the draws, and inside there is a fireplace, full kitchen with oven and dishwasher, and a washing machine. Free wifi and free parking are included, and pets are welcome — a good fit for groups hosting get-togethers.
See Bell Villa Resort Living Pool Location EventsEncanto Vistas A Golf Property in Central Phoenix
734 W Wilshire Dr, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Coach parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereEncanto Vistas A Golf Property in Central Phoenix is a 4-star property on West Wilshire Drive, only 4.3 km from the centre, with a golf course, garden, terrace and picnic area on site. Guests score it 4.5 from 272 reviews. A library and arcade add indoor options, and there is free parking and free wifi. Wedding services and wheelchair access are available. It suits golfers and small groups who want central Phoenix with outdoor space.
See Encanto Vistas A Golf Property in Central PhoenixSheraton Phoenix Downtown
340 N 3Rd Street, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSheraton Phoenix Downtown is a 4-star hotel on North 3Rd Street, 6.0 km from the centre, rated 4.4 by 4481 guests. An outdoor pool with pool bar, a fitness centre and a business centre cover both downtime and work, and family rooms are available. Parking, a garage and pet-friendly policy add flexibility. Its downtown address and broad facilities suit business travellers and families alike.
See Sheraton Phoenix DowntownHyatt Regency Phoenix
122 N 2Nd St, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHyatt Regency Phoenix is a 4-star hotel on North 2Nd Street, about 6.4 km from the centre, with a 4.4 guest rating from 4372 reviews. An outdoor pool, fitness centre and restaurant are complemented by room service and family rooms. Parking and a garage are on site, and pets are allowed. It works well for travellers who want a full-service hotel with meeting and banquet space close to the city.
See Hyatt Regency PhoenixRenaissance Phoenix Downtown
100 N 1St Street, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereRenaissance Phoenix Downtown is a 4-star hotel on North 1St Street, 6.5 km from the centre, rated 4.4 across 2845 reviews. An outdoor pool, fitness centre, restaurant and room service cover the essentials, while a business centre and banquet rooms serve meetings. Parking and a garage are available and pets are allowed. A dependable downtown choice for both leisure and work trips.
See Renaissance Phoenix DowntownKimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG
2 East Jefferson, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereKimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG is a 4-star hotel on East Jefferson, 6.7 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool and pool bar, a fitness centre and a spa. Its 1831 reviews give a 4.4 guest rating, and family rooms are available. A restaurant and room service handle dining, parking and a garage are on site, and pets are welcome. Suited to guests who want downtown Phoenix with wellness and pool facilities.
See Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHGThe Westin Phoenix Downtown
333 N Central Ave, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe Westin Phoenix Downtown is a 4-star hotel on North Central Ave, 6.3 km from the centre, rated 4.4 by 1742 guests. An outdoor pool and fitness centre are on hand, along with a restaurant, bar and room service. A business centre and banquet space support events, and parking, a garage and pet-friendly policy add convenience. It fits travellers who want a central base with reliable full-service facilities.
See The Westin Phoenix DowntownThe Camby Autograph Collection
2401 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe Camby Autograph Collection is a 4-star hotel on East Camelback Rd, just 2.4 km from the centre, the closest of the large hotels here, and 1135 reviews give it a 4.4 guest rating. An outdoor pool with pool bar, fitness centre and restaurant are standard, and there is a golf course nearby for guests. Parking and a garage are provided, and pets are allowed. Good for travellers who want to be near the centre.
See The Camby Autograph CollectionAC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Biltmore
2811 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereAC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Biltmore is a 4-star hotel on East Camelback Road, 3.1 km from the centre, with a 4.4 guest rating from 510 reviews. An outdoor pool and fitness centre are the main facilities, supported by a bar, lounge and market on site. Rooms include slippers and a sofa bed option, and there is free wifi. Parking is available and pets are allowed. A compact, modern base close to the centre.
See AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Biltmore
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Palms Resort and Spa part of Hyatt | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 1,417 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 7.9 km |
| JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 6,160 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 21.1 km |
| Arizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & Resorts | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 5,176 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 3.4 km |
| East Foothill Drive Villa | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 8.4 km |
| Kenect | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 6.2 km |
| Quiet desert getaway with ping pong BBQ citrus | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 6,156 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 20.5 km |
| Bell Villa Resort Living Pool Location Events | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 487 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 17.0 km |
| Encanto Vistas A Golf Property in Central Phoenix | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 272 | Yes | – | – | – | 4.3 km |
| Sheraton Phoenix Downtown | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 4,481 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.0 km |
| Hyatt Regency Phoenix | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 4,372 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.4 km |
| Renaissance Phoenix Downtown | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 2,845 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.5 km |
| Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,831 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 6.7 km |
| The Westin Phoenix Downtown | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,742 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.3 km |
| The Camby Autograph Collection | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,135 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.4 km |
| AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Biltmore | ★★★★ | 4.4 | 510 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 3.1 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For downtown access
These sit on the downtown street grid, close to the centre — Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, Hyatt Regency Phoenix, Renaissance Phoenix Downtown, The Westin Phoenix Downtown, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG and Kenect. All have outdoor pools, and most add fitness centres and restaurants, so business trips and event weekends need little travel.
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown · Hyatt Regency Phoenix · Renaissance Phoenix Downtown · The Westin Phoenix Downtown · Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG · Kenect
For resort facilities
Royal Palms Resort and Spa part of Hyatt, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa and Arizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & Resorts carry the highest guest ratings, 4.7, 4.6 and 4.6.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa part of Hyatt · JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa · Arizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & Resorts
For families
Family rooms appear at Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, Hyatt Regency Phoenix and Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG, while JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa has a kids pool and games room. Arizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & Resorts brings tennis courts and picnic areas, giving children room to roam.
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa · Arizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & Resorts · Sheraton Phoenix Downtown · Hyatt Regency Phoenix · Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG
For longer stays
Quiet desert getaway with ping pong BBQ citrus and Bell Villa Resort Living Pool Location Events come with kitchens, washing machines and free parking, and both allow pets. East Foothill Drive Villa pairs indoor and outdoor pools with a spa and terrace — useful for groups settling in for several nights.
Quiet desert getaway with ping pong BBQ citrus · Bell Villa Resort Living Pool Location Events · East Foothill Drive Villa
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Phoenix is served by Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, just east of downtown, with connections to many domestic and international destinations. By car, the city is reached via Interstate 10 and Interstate 17; Amtrak's Sunset Limited serves nearby Maricopa, with bus connections to Phoenix. Getting around is easiest by car, as the metropolitan area is spread out. Public transit includes buses and the Valley Metro Rail light rail, which connects downtown Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa. Ride-sharing and taxis are also available.
When to go
The best time to visit Phoenix is from November to April, when daytime temperatures are mild and ideal for outdoor activities. Spring brings wildflowers and baseball spring training. Summer, from June to September, is extremely hot, with temperatures often exceeding 100°F (38°C), and many visitors avoid it. Winter is pleasant but can be cool at night. Rainfall is minimal, though occasional monsoon storms occur in late summer.
Questions, answered
What is the best way to get around Phoenix?
A car is the most convenient way to explore Phoenix due to the city's size. Public transit and ride-sharing are also options, especially in central areas, and the Valley Metro Rail light rail connects downtown Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa.
What is the weather like in Phoenix?
Phoenix has a desert climate with very hot summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures often exceed 100°F (38°C), while winter days are typically in the 60s and 70s°F (15-25°C).
Are these hotels walkable to downtown attractions?
Several sit on the downtown grid — Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, Hyatt Regency Phoenix, Renaissance Phoenix Downtown, The Westin Phoenix Downtown and Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG. Phoenix overall is spread out, though downtown has walkable districts with shops and restaurants.
Which hotels have spas?
Royal Palms Resort and Spa part of Hyatt and Arizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & Resorts list spas, as do East Foothill Drive Villa and Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG. Massage and steam room facilities appear at Royal Palms.
Which hotels allow pets?
Pets are allowed at Royal Palms Resort and Spa part of Hyatt, Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, Hyatt Regency Phoenix, Renaissance Phoenix Downtown, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape by IHG, The Westin Phoenix Downtown, The Camby Autograph Collection, AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Biltmore, Quiet desert getaway with ping pong BBQ citrus and Bell Villa Resort Living Pool Location Events.
Which hotels have the highest guest ratings?
Royal Palms Resort and Spa part of Hyatt leads with 4.7 out of 5 from 1417 reviews, followed by JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa and Arizona Biltmore LXR Hotels & Resorts at 4.6.
Do any hotels have kitchens?
Quiet desert getaway with ping pong BBQ citrus and Bell Villa Resort Living Pool Location Events include kitchens with dishwashers, microwaves and refrigerators, along with washing machines and free parking.
What are some popular attractions in Phoenix?
Popular attractions include the Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum, Phoenix Art Museum and Camelback Mountain. The city also has many golf courses and spring training facilities, and the Grand Canyon's South Rim is about a 3.5 to 4-hour drive north.