What's it like in Downtown Tempe?

Travellers to the Downtown Tempe neighbourhood in Tempe will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Downtown Tempe travel tips? Make sure that you visit Mill Avenue District and Sunbar Tempe while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Tempe?

Based on our traveller data, The Westin Tempe is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Tempe. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Arizona State University, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels are there in Downtown Tempe?

If you're searching for places to stay in Tempe, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 38 Downtown Tempe hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Tempe, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Downtown Tempe.

What can I see and do in this Tempe neighbourhood?

Mill Avenue District, Sunbar Tempe and Hayden Butte Preserve are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown Tempe. Skysill Rooftop Lounge - Rb and Culinary Dropout are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Mountain America Stadium, Desert Financial Arena and Arizona State University Museum of Anthropology are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Tempe. Nelson Fine Arts Center and Arizona State University Art Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Tempe.

How can I get around Downtown Tempe and the greater Tempe area?

If you want to see more of the city, Mill Ave - Third Street Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include 3rd Street/Mill Avenue Tram Stop and 6th Street/Mill Avenue Tram Stop.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Tempe, Phoenix - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown Tempe hotels

1. Vīb Hotel by Best Western Phoenix - Tempe

Downtown Tempe

Danielle

₹8,835 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

2. Residence Inn Tempe Downtown/University

Downtown Tempe

Steven

₹12,625 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

3. The Westin Tempe

Downtown Tempe

Suzanne

₹15,529 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

4. Sonesta Select Tempe Downtown

Downtown Tempe

Rhiannon

₹8,707 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

5. Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown

Downtown Tempe

Jennifer

₹15,224 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

6. AC Hotel Phoenix Tempe/Downtown

Downtown Tempe

Paola

₹11,009 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

7. Tempe Mission Palms, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

Downtown Tempe

Amanda

₹16,124 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

8. Hyatt Place Tempe Phoenix Airport

2.1 km from Downtown Tempe

Naomi

₹9,904 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix - Airport North by IHG

5.6 km from Downtown Tempe

Robert

₹9,709 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

10. Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU

0.6 km from Downtown Tempe

Amy

₹14,489 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Phoenix Airport, AZ

3.8 km from Downtown Tempe

Christian

₹7,635 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

12. Hyatt House Tempe/Phoenix/University

1 km from Downtown Tempe

Crystal

₹9,578 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Tempe/Phoenix Airport, AZ

Double Butte, 3.2 km from Downtown Tempe

Brian

₹7,079 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

14. Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport

6.5 km from Downtown Tempe

Michael

₹11,219 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

15. Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North

6 km from Downtown Tempe

Nicholas

₹8,937 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

16. Hampton Inn Phoenix-Airport North

5.4 km from Downtown Tempe

Salvador

₹10,124 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

17. City Express by Marriott Tempe

1.8 km from Downtown Tempe

River

₹6,372 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

18. Hyatt Place Tempe / Phoenix / University

1 km from Downtown Tempe

Birgitt

₹10,084 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

19. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix-Airport by IHG

6.3 km from Downtown Tempe

Brandon

₹9,062 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Tempe

2.4 km from Downtown Tempe

Scott

₹7,943 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Tempe

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn Tempe Downtown/University	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
The Westin Tempe	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,101 reviews	View
Tempe Mission Palms, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Vīb Hotel by Best Western Phoenix - Tempe	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 999 reviews	View

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