60 E 5th St, Tempe, Arizona, United States | (888) 616-5829
In downtown Tempe, close to ASU and Sun Devil Stadium
Large, well-equipped health club with terrace views
Rooftop pool with two hot tubs and poolside dining
Tennis and basketball courts
Two restaurants
Free airport transfers (must book in advance)
Free valet and self parking
Sustainable practices
Pet-friendly (dogs up to fifty pounds)
Smoke-free hotel (a con for some)
No spa
Mandatory nightly resort fee, covers Wi-Fi
Fee for breakfast
The 303-room Tempe
Mission Palms is the only hotel in downtown Tempe, an upper-mid-range option located just blocks from
Arizona State University and Sun Devil stadium. Popular with both tourists and
business travelers, the Mission Palms is adjacent to the Mill Avenue
entertainment district, which is packed with restaurants, shops, bars, and nightlife.
The hotel’s common areas -- including a large rooftop pool, two restaurants, and a garden courtyard -- are comfortable spots to socialize
or watch a game. The rooms themselves are modern and inviting, if a bit standard chain hotel fare, with bold colors and Southwest-inspired decorative touches.
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Scene
Roomy, fun, and Southwestern-inspired
The Tempe Mission Palms is more warm and
inviting than might be expected of a large corporate hotel near a major university. The
only hotel near Arizona State and Sun Devil Stadium, Mission Palms attracts sports
fans and students' families, but the lobby and common areas are more than mere
way stations. There is a real Southwestern vibe to the decor, with a number of stone fireplaces and surrounded by couches, Mexican-inspired red tile floors, and everything decked out in bold desert colors: rust, chocolate, and turquoise. The
grounds and courtyards are well-landscaped, with lemon and orange trees, bright
flowers, towering palms, and stone fountains lining walkways, courtyards, and
bright green lawns. Leather chairs and sofas add a sophisticated, clubby feel. Nothing
feels cramped, here. Even the rooftop pool is large for an
urban hotel, and there are mountain views from the sundeck. The airport is nearby, and jets frequently fly
overhead, but the noise is only an issue on the pool deck. Sports fans will be
happy to see the flat-screen TVs in the lobby and bar, which can get a bit busy when the hotel is full.
Location
In downtown Tempe, within two blocks of ASU and Sun Devil Stadium, surrounded by restaurants and nightlife
Tempe Mission Palms is located one block
from Arizona State University and two blocks from Sun Devil Stadium. The hotel
is within easy walking distance of Tempe's Mill Avenue entertainment district, a
busy student and tourist area packed with restaurants, shops, and nightlife.
The Metro Light Rail stops close to the hotel; guests can take the train into downtown
Phoenix. The Mission Palms is a 15-minute drive from the Phoenix airport, and free airport transfers can be arranged by contacting the hotel in advance. Free self- and valet parking are included in the nightly resort fee.
Rooms
Modern, with Sonoran Desert-influenced decor, stylish bathrooms, and entertainment systems
Rooms at the Tempe Mission Palms are
spacious, soundproofed, and clean, decorated in bold desert colors, with dark leather headboards, easy chairs, and picture windows
that actually open to let in the fresh air. The layout is similar to most chain, business-catering hotels of this caliber. Bathrooms are modern and well-maintained,
with photos on the walls, plentiful toiletries, marble tiles, and
brightly painted walls. The hotel's business bent is evident in the ergonomic desk
chairs, while the video game consoles, pay movies, and premium
channels that come with the flat-screen TVs cater to families, too. All rooms have coffee- and tea-making facilities, mini-fridges, and laptop safes.
Features
Rooftop pool with full bar, two restaurants (including a sports bar), fitness center, tennis and basketball courts
The Tempe Mission Palms has a large
rooftop pool with two hot tubs, and the poolside bar serves drinks, burgers, and casual
food on the sundeck or by the outdoor fireplace. The fitness center is
just inside, with rooftop views, TV screens, and plenty of cardio and weight
equipment. The rooftop tennis and basketball courts are lit for nighttime use. Harry’s Place is a classic American sports bar with three sports-dedicated
flat-screens, while the Mission Grille offers buffet and a la carte menus for breakfast
and lunch, with a full dinner menu served on granite tabletops, each set
with individual cactus gardens. The hotel also has a number of meeting and event spaces, and there's a small business center. A mandatory daily resort fee covers Wi-Fi.
