We booked my sister here while my wife and I stayed with family in Scottsdale. Researching on-line, it looked like the Artisan would be in an area (midtown Phoenix) with close access to restaurants, shopping, etc, but the only thing within close walking distance was an adult book store! As reviewer ktgrrrl commented, on-site restaurant was undergoing renovation as were other parts of the hotel. There are indeed artworks all over the walls and ceilings- be aware that many of them feature (artistic) nudity, so this may turn off some. My sister mentioned to the desk staff that the hotel was very dark. They told her several guests had similar comments. It seems to be an attempt at atmosphere that hasn't quite succeeded. We could not access wireless internet from my sister's 7th floor room. Didn't try lobby. Also, at least in January, 2007, there was a LOT of street work being done in the area, so access was not the easiest. All things considered, this is a hotel with the possibility of being at least a little special, but it's not quite there yet.