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Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix CityscapevsAloft Tempe

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix and Aloft Tempe are both highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix ranks significantly higher than Aloft Tempe. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix has a TripExpert Score of 80 with accolades from 7 publications like Jetsetter, Gayot and Zagat.

Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape
8/10
2 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
From $134/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Star Service Star Service
"This sun-splashed urbanite will pique the interest of travelers on both sides of the fence—business and leisure." Full review
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So be sure to book a Skyline View, which is open and inspiring, and look out over the city and South Mountain.
Gayot Gayot
"If you're looking for easy access to points of interest such as US Airways Center, Chase Field, the Phoenix Convention Center, the Phoenix Symphony and downtown, this Kimpton hotel has you covered."
Zagat Zagat
"Set in the Cityscape shopping, dining and entertainment hub, this Downtown Kimpton boutique newcomer lures hip and stylish sybarites with its rooftop Lustre bar."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"A hip and upscale property... near Talking Stick Resort Arena, restaurants, and shopping -- is hard to beat." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"242-room Kimpton with an outdoor pool, wine happy hour and prime location in the heart of downtown Phoenix." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"The handsome wood-sided walls and posh details...this is definitely a jewel for those who appreciate good design, easy check-ins, and impressive on-property dinning." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
13.0
"The Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix earned rave reviews from previous guests not only for its central location in Arizona's capital, but also for its trendy atmosphere and friendly staff members." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The location is near shopping, dining, entertainment, sports venues, and the convention center, making it a no-brainer for all types of travelers." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The Palomar is ideally located for those doing business in downtown Phoenix or catching a game or concert at the nearby US Airways Center or Chase Field, both within walking distance." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Shaggy pillows, antler-shaped lamps and portraits of blue cows. Yep, whimsy takes a stand at the 242-room Palomar, and we like it." Full review
Aloft Tempe
7/10
951 East Playa Del Norte Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281
From $110/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Aimed at younger, hipper travellers, the Aloft chain is a much more affordable and frankly more like able offshoot of the rather snooty designer W hotel group."
Gayot Gayot
"Whether you want to be within walking distance of Sun Devil Stadium, close to great golf courses or near corporate headquarters, you'll love this sleek hotel."
Fodor's Fodor's
"True to its name, this hip hotel, located right on Tempe's Rio Salado waterfront, features loft-inspired design, with modern, minimalist decor." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"You get a high-ceilinged room with big windows and modern decor...Aloft has a LEED certification and offers special amenities for kids (goodie bags, special kid bedding, a splash pool)." Full review

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