I spent 2 nights at this hotel Jan 25-27, 2008, in a 1-br room.
As a quick aside, they charge a $150 NON-refundable pet deposit, but are certainly pet friendly. They (rightfully so) insist that your pet is caged/crated if you want maid service, and that room service is mandatory at least 3 times a week.
The complex appears to be quite similar to a 1980s apt complex. It is clean and tidy, but the actual building structures are obviously dated. Not a big issue, but if you're looking for a new retro-modern, stylish place to stay, this is not the one for you!
The room was quite dark and had a cave-like feel to it, even with blinds open and lights on. This was largely due to dark carpeting, dark cabinets, and dark furniture. The room comes with a standard small kitchenette, and to their credit, they do offer a free grocery pick up service (have your order to the front desk by 9am).
The bed was a bit firm but certainly acceptable, and all the furniture was newer and in good shape. The bathroom was clean but clearly dated, and there were 2 areas of black mildew (behind toilet and in crack between 2 adjoining sections of molded plastic shower/tub combo. Water pressure was fine. I was a bit off-put by the obviously re-used shampoo and conditioner bottles, though! There was dried, crusted shampoo and conditioner on them, plus some hair, and the tubes were obviously not clean/new.
There is free wireless internet in the room as well, which seemed fairly speedy.
I didn't check out the breakfast but it seemed fine - the dining area had a strange fluorescent glow to it but was spacious enough.
The staff are friendly and down-to-earth, and the location is very handy to Old Town Scottsdale, with even a free shuttle bus during several hours through the day and night.
Overall, a good value for the price, but I would recommend the new W Hotel or the Valley Ho if you're looking for the young and hip crowd (which I've aged gracefully out of, whether I like to admit it or not!).
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Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
People with disabilities, Older travelers, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Business meeting / Event