This is a no-frills Hyatt property, but if you aren't there for luxury, it's a good option…read more Pros: Location: Three music venues, stadiums, shopping, and dining are right out the door Area feels safe Clean Breakfast buffet is affordable Onsite restaurant is tasty Rooms are appointed very nicely Cons: Breakfast hours are more limited than I'm used to No room service No pool Parking is whack. It's an outsourced parking garage off property, and valet was closed due to being overwhelmed when we arrived Ice machines are strange and hard to work No fans in the bathroom!

I stayed at Hyatt Place while attending a conference in downtown Phoenix…read more The lobby and rooms were spacious and clean. In the room, I liked how there is a "sectioned off" area with couches. I appreciated how the long mirror and walls had several hangers which were really convenient. There was a water and ice machine on my floor but it was sadly out of service. Rooms are cleaned every other day by default. The only downside to my experience is that they only do check ins after 4pm. I was placed on a waitlist to see if I could check in earlier but it didn't really make a difference. I don't think I've been at other hotels with these policies before and I would have reconsidered my hotel options had I have know earlier. They do have a bag check service. There is valet parking for sure and I believe there may be self parking as well. The lobby has several computers and several couches/tables as well as restaurant/mini store area.

From the moment we checked into Tempe Mission Palms, we knew this trip would be unforgettable. The…read morestaff greeted us with genuine warmth, the lobby smelled like pure relaxation, and the rooms were cozy and comfortable with the perfect desert vibe. We made Tempe our home base for the weekend, and it couldn't have been more perfect. We spent our days exploring Phoenix, drove to Las Vegas for an epic mini road trip, and came back ready to experience the Tempe nightlife which did not disappoint! The hotel's location made everything so convenient from restaurants and bars to local attractions. One night we dressed up for a 4-star dinner that felt straight out of a movie, and we even celebrated a birthday in style. The vibes were immaculate laughter, music, and a feeling that life was really good in that moment. Tempe Mission Palms has that rare mix of luxury and laid-back comfort, the kind of place that feels high-end without trying too hard. Whether you're celebrating something special or just need a beautiful place to recharge, this hotel deserves a spot on your list. Would I stay again? Absolutely. Next time, I'm booking a few extra days because leaving was the hardest part. #TempeMissionPalms #TravelVlog #HotelReview #PhoenixGetaway #BirthdayTrip #TravelWithMe

Beautiful hotel, conference area, restaurants. Hotel is clean, staff is wonderfully helpful and…read morepolite. Came here for a sports tournament convention. Tons of teams and staff handled it all well.

The Kimpton Palomar is our "go-to" hotel for downtown Phoenix. Being an IHG Member with a Diamond…read moreElite status, they have always provided me the perks that go along with it, including being upgrade to a suite (when available), welcome treats, as well as a "raid-the-bar" credit, breakfast or points. They also have two restaurants on the property: Blue Hound Kitchen and Cocktails (book a month in advance for that one - see our video review under our dining section below) and Eden - their rooftop, outdoor restaurant. Both are great options, though Eden has beautiful views of the pool and of the Phoenix landscape! Finally, they are VERY dog-friendly with free treats and water in the lobby (you also get a polaroid picture of them), as well as bedding and other amenities. TIP: Valet your car - they park it in the secure garage that they share with the apartment complex next door. My suite overview can be found on my YouTube Channel.

Room was clean, front desk was fantastic and friendly. Parking was a pain and expensive. Short walk…read moreto Diamondbacks stadium and restaurants downtown. The drive up area to get cars parked was a hot mess. Only one valet for July 3? Think about reconfiguring this area.

Taliesin West is the desert laboratory of Frank Lloyd Wright, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage…read moresite and National Historic Landmark. They offer multiple ways to visit, including the self-guided audio tour, Behind-The-Scenes tour, Apprentice Shelters Hike, Golden Hour Sunset Hike, Sonoran Desert Plant Hike and Tasting. The most popular visitation experience is through the self-guided audio tour, which my partner and I opted for on a Sunday morning during their last slot at 10:45am and purchased the additional matching card set. We parked in the small, gravel parking lot out front, walked to the gift shop entrance to start our audio tour. Since we were about 15 minutes late, we were advised to start a few stations into the tour and follow through until its completion. While it's clearly outlined on its website to bring your own earphones, we forgot to, but we were provided with equipment to borrow. We also downloaded the app for listening. This day was particularly hot, so we opted to skip over the outside stations and instead listen to their tour while sitting in the inside stations. The site in general is not very air-conditioned, although some stations do have some air-conditioning. I would highly recommend bringing an umbrella to shade from the sun as well as a hat and handheld personal fan. The experience speaks for itself. But I'd recommend it for anyone in the area with free time in the morning and an appreciation for art.

Truly a treasure of humanity, and has been awarded so by UNESCO. For Frank Lloyd Wright, this was…read morehis Western expression that allowed him to connect with nature in so many ways. After seeing several of his works, this is perhaps the best. Everything flows, everything connects, from the reflecting tiles to the Chinoiserie to the additional and more expansive rooms as his creation added staff who needed more space. It is interesting to visualize the space as it would have been when he lived here. Beautiful views of the desert and Phoenix far away. Yes, it ain't cheap but well worth it.

The room next to the freeway, I wouldn't pay one dollar for, yet, they charge full price,…read moreExtremely nois. I hate it here.

Stay elsewhere! The hallway and our room had an awful, dank like stench. The pool was green with…read morealgae and there is no shade. Most importantly, however, the service at the front desk is atrocious. Was flat out told they did not care about my Bonvoy status. So much for being a Marriott person. I will prioritize non-Marriot properties now.

We just had our wedding at MonOrchid and it was such an amazing night. Everyone there is so…read morefriendly and helpful. They made the wedding planning so easy and they went above and beyond for us. All of our guests were so impressed with the venue! The food and drinks were so good, my husband was a chef so the bar was high and he loved it! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to have a fun wedding!

Cool artsy space! I've been here before to check out kahvi and phx Gen, and came again today to…read morecheck out the pickers place vintage market. This space is really neat and they have cool events too. I like that they project movies on the wall and the spiral staircase is awesome too. Will have to come on a first Friday sometime.

This little spot is my favorite public space in downtown Phoenix. Heritage Square evokes a…read moremetropolitan feel focusing on past, present and future. I think it's the juxtaposition of the old historic houses against the rising modern skyline to the west. Or maybe it's the ethnic and cultural festivals galore, where I can catch sumo wrestling or hula dancers. Or perhaps it's the fact that it's a walkable city block and also host to the Arizona Science Center, Phoenix Museum of History and other historical houses or great restaurants like Pizzeria Bianco. It might be a combination of all of those things. I have spent many weekends here, too many to count. While I dig the ethnic festivals in particular (just went to the Indian festival the other day) - it's also host to the Rainbows Festival, which celebrates the GLBT community and diversity and is one of the largest street festivals in Phoenix. I am diggin on you, Heritage Square. Werd!

Phoenix is full of history and Heritage Square is one of those places that maintains some of its…read morepast. Heritage Square is home to some preserved 19th and 20th century homes, museums and restaurants. The Rosson House is a beautiful restored 1895 Queen Anne Victorian house that was once home to early settlers in Phoenix. Heritage Square also hosts many food and cultural festivals. There is a large garage nearby for parking and ASU has a small campus next door. The Arizona Science Center is the building that stands out the most here at Historic Heritage Square. I have gone to it a couple of times and have enjoyed my time there. Arizona's most iconic restaurant Pizzeria Bianco by James Beard Award-winner Chris Bianco is also here. It can be a very long wait to get a table and has been visited by many celebrates like Jerry Seinfeld and Jimmy Fallon over the years. Sometimes I will park near Heritage Square while going to a baseball game and like to enjoy its relaxing peaceful atmosphere before the game. There are some shaded areas to take cover on warm sunny days.

I've been to this place a few times. It's a nice facility that allows for a variety of…read moreindoor/outdoor setups. It's pretty dynamic space. I attended an open house a couple of weeks ago where they had all the areas of this place setup so you can see the options for hosting. Weddings, parties, product demonstrations, fashion shows, music events, and much more...wow, I was impressed. I like how it's located just off the 101, which makes it convenient for visitors from all over the Valley. Next private event I host, I will have this on my list for consideration. Return Factor - 90%

This place is supposed to cater to events and be able to handle large groups. Last night it failed…read moremiserably in this task. My group of 500 hungry people were made to stand in line for hours only to discover that they had run out of the promised food items and were serving Luke warm hots dogs. Very poor planning and execution. I would not go back under any circumstances. No stars.