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Hotel San CarlosvsHermosa Inn
Both Hotel San Carlos and Hermosa Inn are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Hermosa Inn scores significantly better than Hotel San Carlos. Hermosa Inn scores 86 with approval from 10 sources such as Frommer's, Afar Magazine and Fodor's.
Hotel San Carlos
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Gayot
DK Eyewitness
Lonely Planet
202 North Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004
From $95/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide "To appreciate this historic very central 1920s hotel, you have to be the kind of traveller who positively prefers an old fashioned, frazzled and often noisy downtown hotel."
Michelin Guide "A yellow-brick downtown classic since 1928, the San Carlos is an historic anomaly in a region of spa resorts and golf haciendas."
Gayot "Set in the Copper Square district of downtown Phoenix, this hotel is a reminder of a different era."
DK Eyewitness "This historic hotel is full of character and charm. Despite some small rooms, it's priced right and filled with nostalgia."
Lonely Planet "A historic property in the heart of downtown Phoenix, this 1928 gem sports smallish but clean rooms, friendly staff and lots of old-school charm." Full review
Hermosa Inn
Frommer's
Fodor's Lonely Planet
Oyster Rough Guide Gayot
Zagat
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
5532 N. Palo Cristi Rd., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
From $389/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This luxurious boutique hideaway is one of the few hotels in the Valley to offer any Old Arizona atmosphere." Full review
Fodor's "Villas as big as private homes and individually decorated casitas hold an enviable collection of Western art." Full review
Lonely Planet "The 34 rooms and casitas give off soothing vibes thanks to Spanish Colonial decor that makes perfect use of color and proportion." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Hermosa Inn is an intimate, romantic southwestern retreat, with 34 casita-style rooms on six sprawling acres, surrounded by cacti and flowering plants." Full review
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For wine lovers, Hermosa Inn has been regularly recognized by Wine Spectator; ask for a tour of the extensive wine cellar.
Rough Guide "1930s guest ranch, set in desert gardens halfway between Phoenix and Scottsdale in Paradise Valley, that's been converted into a tranquil 35-room boutique hotel."
Gayot "Renovated and restored as a luxury boutique resort, it recalls with comfort and convenience the authentic southwestern Arizona atmosphere from that earlier era."
Zagat4.7
"Set on six acres in the quiet residential community of Paradise Valley, this luxury boutique property is built around the 1930s adobe home of cowboy artist Lon Megargee."
Travel + Leisure "Well-heeled travelers have heard of the Royal Palms, but this inn—a smaller, equally charming spot—is just under the radar." Full review
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The manager is an avid golfer, so be sure to ask for advice on courses; he’ll be happy to reserve you a round.
Afar Magazine "The Hermosa Inn, first opened in 1936, has the kind of history that a cowboy keeps under his hat." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This historic boutique hotel, originally built by famous cowboy artist Alonzo 'Lon' Megargee in the 1930s, is a luxurious hideaway with rustic southwest charm." Full review
