Hotel San CarlosvsThe Scott Resort & Spa
Both Hotel San Carlos and The Scott Resort & Spa are rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, The Scott Resort & Spa scores significantly better than Hotel San Carlos. The Scott Resort & Spa comes in at 85 with endorsements from 9 reviews like Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure and Gayot.
Hotel San Carlos
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
The Scott Resort & Spa Show All Reviews
4925 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
From $317/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"An exceptional location... the all-suite hotel is also perfect for families a dramatic Southwestern contemporary styling." Full review
Concierge
"This property offers a lengthy list of amenities: Free 24-hour yoga instruction on TV, a hosted wine of the month every evening from 5 to 6, and pet-friendly perks."
Fodor's
"This Scottsdale escape provides an elegant, intimate, eco- and family-friendly environment." Full review
Zagat
3.7
""An urban oasis" in the Downtown/Old Town Scottsdale shopping district, this "wonderful" Kimpton-owned property beguiles fans with its "delightful" amenities."
Lonely Planet
"This all-inclusive resort is certainly plush, but it feels less stuffy than some of its highfalutin neighbors." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"An excellent value, this Kimpton property delivers friendly service and amenities similar to those at the five-star resorts up the road—but without the expense." Full review
Jetsetter
"Whimsical desert oasis with nightly lobby wine hours, a spa and Italian fare just steps from Scottsdale shopping." Full review
Gayot
"This boutique hotel pleases style-savvy travelers with lush grounds in Old Town Scottsdale."
Star Service
"This former Kimpton helped push Scottsdale's resort scene forward with its emphasis on hip urban decor and city-slick service." Full review
Frommer's
"The Scott has dramatic southwestern contemporary styling...there’s a lushly landscaped lagoon-style pool, complete with sand beach and waterfall...guest rooms are quite comfortable." Full review