Aloft TempevsSonder The Monarch
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Saguaro Scottsdale scores slightly better than Aloft Tempe. Saguaro Scottsdale comes in at 73 with approval from 8 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Afar Magazine.
Aloft Tempe
951 East Playa Del Norte Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281
From $110/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
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
"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
"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
"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
Sonder The Monarch
4000 N. Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
From $135/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter
"Designy digs with two swimming pools and a pair of Jose Garces restaurants in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale." Full review
Fodor's
"Surrounded by lush landscaping, this urban resort features two pools that are among the hottest hangouts in all of Scottsdale, and rooms that juxtapose old and new." Full review
Gayot
"A unique boutique hotel, The Saguaro is perfect for visitors to Scottsdale's Old Town, Arts District, downtown and Civic Center Mall areas."
Condé Nast Traveler
86.7
"Updated 1960s motel with 194 rooms on the edge of Old Town and adjacent to the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"With a bit of Southwestern color, and the weekend pool parties, “Nuevo Latin” spa and José Garce’s Distrito restaurant ensure there’s plenty to keep you busy." Full review
Wallpaper
"The 194-room lodging is inspired by the hues of the indigenous wildflowers of Arizona and houses chef Jose Garces' 'Distrito' restaurant, serving modern Mexican cuisine." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The Saguaro Scottsdale is among the handful of downtown Scottsdale hotels that embrace the urban Southwest vibe." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Embrace your inner hipster at this candy-bright hideaway beside Old Town Scottsdale." Full review