Top 10 Motels in Central Arizona, United States

May 19, 2023 Deane Carmody

Home to the Phoenix metropolitan area and its more than 3.4 million residents, Central Arizona offers an amazing array of museums, cultural venues and outdoor adventures. The Valley of the Sun boasts hopping nightlife and a thrilling selection of restaurants, resorts and spas. Discover Old West and Native American history. Hike among the cactus in the Sonoran desert. Try your hand at ranching in Glendale. Drive the Superstition Mountains. Visit Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West in Scottsdale.
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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Chandler-Fashion Center AZ

1231 S Spectrum Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85286-8412 1 (855) 605-0317
Excellent
77%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1072 reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Chandler-Fashion Center AZ

The Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Chandler-Fashion Center will make you feel right at home in the southeast area of the Valley of the Sun in the Price Road Corridor. Surrounded by the beauty of the desert, Chandler, Arizona is home to offices of several Fortune 500 companies such as Intel, Wells Fargo and Avnet. Whether traveling to the area for business or pleasure, Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Chandler-Fashion Center places you right in the middle of everything you need, including some of Arizona's finest upscale shopping at the Chandler Fashion Center and many world-renowned golf courses. Located just minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, Historic Downtown Chandler, Chandler Air Park Tempe and Arizona State University.

Incredible Staff, Excellent Experience

Reviewed By A1172FDjeffreyc

I regularly travel from my home in the Midwest to my office in the Tempe, Arizona area, and I now ALWAYS stay at this Hampton Inn (even though there are many hotels closer to my office location) because the reception staff at the Hampton Inn Chandler-Fashion Center is simply exceptional. They go above and beyond the call, and always with great cheer. The hotel has my loyalty because of its staff. Highly recommended.

2. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Phoenix North

2510 W Greenway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85023-4223
Excellent
27%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
12%
Terrible
14%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 789 reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Phoenix North

See why so many travelers make La Quinta Inn Phoenix North their motel of choice when visiting Phoenix. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the motel. La Quinta Phoenix features a 24 hour front desk and a sun terrace, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts a pool and free breakfast. If you are driving to Phoenix La Quinta, free parking is available. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Phoenix's popular crab restaurants such as Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, George and Son Asian Cuisine, and Flamingo Palace, all a short distance from Phoenix La Quinta. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Conocido Park (0.8 mi), which is a popular attraction amongst tourists, and it is within walking distance. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at La Quinta Inn Phoenix North as you experience all of the things Phoenix has to offer.

Decent But Definitely Needs Tweaking

Reviewed By bsande208030

Nice energy overall. Pretty greenery around the building. The pool wasn’t crystal clear but not disgusting. I wish I had been given a better more private room location, especially since traveling alone. There were cigarette butts and smell outside on the balcony. I don’t smoke. The toilet ran in my room requiring me to jiggle handle during the night.

3. Red Roof Plus+ Phoenix West

5215 W Willetta St, Phoenix, AZ 85043-1751
Excellent
34%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
7%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 367 reviews

Red Roof Plus+ Phoenix West

Red Roof PLUS+ Phoenix West is one of the best 100% smoke-free budget hotels in Phoenix conveniently located off I-10. We are not far from Talking Stick Resort Arena, Chase Field, the University of Phoenix Stadium, Gila River Arena, Maryvale Sports Park, Phoenix International Raceway, Desert Sky Mall, Phoenix Convention Center, the Arizona State Fairgrounds, AK-Chin Pavilion and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). We offer our guests free Verified Wi-Fi, a free expanded cable package featuring HBO and an outdoor swimming pool (open daily 9AM–9PM). Upgrade to one of our Premium rooms where we will have a snack ready for you in your room! Red Roof PLUS+ Phoenix West is a pet-friendly hotel. Coffee in the lobby and cleaning services for stayover guests are unavailable until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Confirmed reservation not honored. Terrible treatment.

Reviewed By Fabio M

I arrived by taxi from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport at 1:00 AM. Previously I had contacted the property about my late arrival and they wrote me back that the reception was open 7/24. At 1:00 AM the front door was locked and I waited 10 minutes for the receptionist to show up. He told me he was on a 10 minutes brake. But this was only the beginning of an horrible experience. At the desk he informed me that my reservation was cancelled by the property as they were fully booked. (He also proceeded to tell the same story to two other clients who had arrived in the meantime and had confirmed reservations). I told him I had no car, I just arrived to Phoenix, did not know the city and if he could help me. He refused. So I had to find a new transportation and go, by now it was 1:30 AM to a different hotel. Aside from the extra transportation cost I find this unbelievable. I will never book a Red Roof Inn again. Customers beware! I never got to see the room. The lobby was shabby, no breakfast available, the reception area has a couple of chair and nothing more. If I could give less than terrible I would.

4. Studio 6 Phoenix - Deer Valley

18405 N 27th Ave I-17 and Union Hills, Phoenix, AZ 85053-1130
Excellent
64%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 180 reviews

Studio 6 Phoenix - Deer Valley

Studio 6 Phoenix - Deer Valley is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Phoenix, offering a budget friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a refrigerator, a kitchenette, and air conditioning, and guests can go online with paid internet access offered by the motel. If you are driving to Studio 6 Phoenix, free parking is available. While in Phoenix, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Studio 6 Phoenix, including India Palace (1.0 mi), Naked BBQ (0.9 mi), and Claim Jumper Restaurants (1.1 mi). Enjoy your stay in Phoenix!

studio 6

Reviewed By M2275GLjoshh

I stayed at this location a few months ago on vacation with my girlfriend and I was super impressed with the the location. It is close to stores gas station is right across the street the people here are really friendly and they have pet stations all across the property.

5. Red Roof Inn Phoenix North - Bell Road

17222 N Black Canyon Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85053-2012
Excellent
34%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
13%
Terrible
14%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 277 reviews

Red Roof Inn Phoenix North - Bell Road

Red Roof Inn Phoenix North – Bell Road is one of the best 100% smoke-free budget hotels in Phoenix, AZ that is right off of I-17 and only 15 miles away from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). We are also close to Arizona State University West Campus, Castles N’ Coasters, Victory Lane Sports Complex, the University of Phoenix Stadium, Gila River Arena, the Talking Stick Resort Arena, Metrocenter, Arrowhead Towne Center, Turf Paradise, the Phoenix Convention Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center and Abrazo Central Campus. We offer our guests free Verified Wi-Fi, an outdoor swimming pool and a guest coin laundry facility. Red Roof Inn Phoenix North – Bell Road is a pet-friendly hotel.

Run Away

Reviewed By perryd345

This hotel is full of rift raft. I was awakened at midnight to a lady screaming in terror as I heard a taser go off. It was terrifying to hear that . Cops came , so obviously no sleep. After all that , the manager wanted to give me 30 percent off my next visit. RU kidding!!!! I would never stay at that Dump again. Place is noisy, dirty and not safe. Stay away!

6. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

911 S 48th St, Tempe, AZ 85281-5102
Excellent
26%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
12%
Terrible
16%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 1175 reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

If you’re looking for a family-friendly motel in Tempe, look no further than La Quinta Inn Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Tempe Diablo Stadium (1.4 mi) and Mill Avenue District (2.1 mi), guests of Tempe La Quinta can easily experience some of Tempe's most well known attractions. Rooms at La Quinta Inn Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport provide a flat screen TV, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. In addition, Tempe La Quinta offers a pool and free breakfast, which will help make your Tempe trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. If you like pubs, La Quinta Inn Phoenix/tempe Sky Harbor Airport Hotel is conveniently located near Cornish Pasty Co, Fat Tuesday, and Devil's Advocate Bar and Grill. If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Sri Venkata Krishna Kshetra Temple (1.2 mi), which is a popular attraction amongst tourists, and it is within walking distance. The staff at La Quinta Inn Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.

Unsafe place to stay

Reviewed By A9823XGtimm

I stayed here for my daughter's graduation and from the moment of check in this place lacked anyone who cared. Waited 5 minutes before someone showed up to check me in. On the way to check in noticed a gathering of men in the parking lot. Thought they were guest but they were not they just used the hotels facilities. No one on staff seemed to care. Next morning went to walk my dog and a Pitbull, off lease came running at my dog. It belonged to one of the men gathered in the parking lot. Next morning woke up to find 2 of my bikes had been stolen off the back of my car. Went to report it to management and again no one there waited again for 5 minutes before anyone showed up. Told them what happened and they acted as if this happened all the time and was routine. Not a single concern that one of their guests had been robbed. Safety of the guest should be the number one priority of a property but that was totally missing at this property.

7. Red Roof Inn Phoenix - Midtown

4130 N Black Canyon Hwy I-17 at Exit 202/Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017-4339
Excellent
60%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
10%
Terrible
27%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 30 reviews

Red Roof Inn Phoenix - Midtown

Red Roof Inn Phoenix - Midtown is one of the best budget hotels in Phoenix, AZ that is located right off of I-17 with easy access to I-10 and US 60. We are also near Grand Canyon University, Phoenix College, Sunnyslope Mountain, American Family Fields of Phoenix, Enchanted Island Amusement Park, Arizona State Fairgrounds, Phoenix Convention Center, Heard Museum, the Phoenix Art Museum, Arizona Capitol Museum, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center. We offer our guests free Wi-Fi and guest coin laundry facility. One well-behaved pet per room is welcome at Red Roof Inn Phoenix - Midtown.

Sketchy, glad I was with a friend

Reviewed By memolly

I’m not sure how this place has 3+ star review rating. The room was as pictured though clearly very dated up close, and relatively clean (no visible roaches), but that’s about all the good I can say about it. Weird policy of taking a copy of your ID, and posted signs at check-in window indicating a 10pm curfew and other odd policies. The lobby is closed, and you must stand outside the check-in window, passing ID, etc through the security opening. That said, the check-in employee was pleasant but very to the point. The guest parking area is surrounded by a gate, which you can only enter with room key card (probably gives you an idea of the character of the area). We arrived very late, and since only staying 1 night and had secured reservation with a cc (would pay anyway if we didn’t stay) we decided to stay. If I were alone, I would have found somewhere else.

8. Studio 6 Phoenix - Tempe

4909 S Wendler Dr I-10 at Baseline, Tempe, AZ 85282-6310
Excellent
53%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
11%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 123 reviews

Studio 6 Phoenix - Tempe

Studio 6 Tempe is conveniently located near shopping and dining. Visit AMC Ahwatukee, South Mountain Preserve and Diablo Stadium. Enjoy WIFI in all modern guest rooms for $4.95 per stay, coin laundry and fully equipped kitchen.

Confiscated items stolen

Reviewed By Compass802801

My adult daughter stayed long-term at the Studio 6 Tempe Arizona from January-February 2022 for approximately four weeks. She called the Front Desk on Sunday, 02/13, to reserve her room for one more week. She was informed that they were quite busy at the time, but eventually that evening she was able to inform them she wanted to reserve one more week. They did not ask for her card to charge for the week, I don’t know why. My daughter did not know she had to pay for the week stay by 11 am the next day. The hotel attempted to call her 2-3 times on Monday, 02/14, but she does not carry her phone on her at work. She was going to pay for the stay after work. When she returned to the hotel after work, they had confiscated all her belongings from her room, and she was told she would not be able to stay at the hotel until she got permission from a manager the next day. She was treated very coldly and rudely. Keep in mind, she had stayed at the hotel for three weeks by then. Long story, short she attempted to retrieve her belongings on Tuesday and Wednesday and was told they were not available to return to her. Keep in mind she did not have access to her clothes, laptop, food, and toiletries. When her property was eventually returned days later, at least half of the items were missing, which included 9 months’ worth of contact lens, glasses, clothes, mail with personally identifiable information, toiletries, and priceless, sentimental items. This series of unfortunate events reflects on questionable and incompetent practices by the management and front desk staff. I will say that my daughter felt safe at this hotel, so I am very grateful for that.

9. Best Western Apache Junction Inn

1101 W Apache Trl, Apache Junction, AZ 85120 1 (800) 568-8520
Excellent
50%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 363 reviews

Best Western Apache Junction Inn

Located in Apache Junction,AZ, the Best Western Apache Junction Inn is sure to provide a peaceful and comforting home away from home for any traveler. Each Best Western hotel provides free internet access, giving guests the opportunity to check emails and surf the web, all from the comforts of their room or the business center. With cleanliness and value being our top priority, we ensure a restful and productive stay. On top of that, our superior customer service will ensure that we meet all your needs and go beyond your expectations.

Ten Star's, Spectacular

Reviewed By dgettingsrah

Beautiful rooms. Attentive staff. Professional and friendly. Impressive quality bedding. Quiet and safe. Excellent service. Immaculate cleanliness. Beautiful pool and hot tub. Conveniently located. Great local restaurants.

10. Motel 6 Phoenix Tempe - Priest Dr - Asu

1720 S Priest Dr I-10-East Exit 153/Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281-6205
Excellent
23%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
14%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 65 reviews

Motel 6 Phoenix Tempe - Priest Dr - Asu

Motel 6 Phoenix Tempe - Priest Drive, ASU campus, Diablo Stadium (Spring home of the Anaheim Angels), and the Phoenix Zoo. For your convenience we also offer a coin laundry facility. Free Wi-Fi. Modern Rooms.

Very very very dirty

Reviewed By KIP47

The room was clean but very basic. No extra t-paper, no tissues, certainly no shampoo or conditioner. The entire outside of this Motel 6 needs to be scrubbed. There is a Marriott and. Hyatt just down the street. Do yourself a favor and spend a little extra.

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