The Westin Phoenix DowntownvsW Scottsdale
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. On balance, W Scottsdale is preferred by most writers compared to Westin Phoenix Downtown. W Scottsdale is ranked #19 in Phoenix with praise from 9 publications like Afar Magazine, Star Service and Fodor's.
The Westin Phoenix Downtown
333 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004
From $115/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"This Downtown Phoenix gem offers some of the largest rooms in the city, which give you a feeling of seclusion in the hustle and bustle of the city." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This Westin high-rise is luxurious and business-friendly, and offers great views of Phoenix through floor-to-ceiling windows." Full review
Star Service
"This is the newest of the bunch and a familiarly stylish option for business and leisure travelers in search of a lively downtown offering." Full review
Gayot
"We like the clean style of this downtown Westin. In fact, it reminds us a bit of Frank Lloyd Wright's designs --- to compare for yourself, day trip to Wright's Taliesin West while you're in town."
Afar Magazine
"Admire Phoenix and the Sonoran Desert from a modern guest room, just steps from the business and entertainment district, and the airport." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
24.0
"The Westin Phoenix Downtown caters to business and leisure travelers alike." Full review
Frommer's
"Calm, reliable, professional...this one gives you great views to the north. You’re right at the heart of downtown and you can walk to everything from the sports stadiums to Roosevelt Row. " Full review
W Scottsdale Show All Reviews
7277 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
From $339/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge
"The W Scottsdale is like Jersey Shore goes West: Heavy tans, bodily enhancements, and hair products abound at the rooftop pool by day and at the sexy Sushi Roku by night."
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Ask for a room facing the Camelback Mountain for floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the peak.
Fodor's
"If you're looking to hang your hat somewhere modern, hip, and downright fabulous, look no further." Full review
Star Service
"In downtown Scottsdale, a half-mile from Scottsdale Fashion Center, a 20-minute drive east from downtown Phoenix, this trendsetter debuted in 2008 and has never looked back." Full review
Gayot
"The exhilarating art, sophisticated shopping, destination golf and pulsating nightlife join together in bringing the creative personality of the W Scottsdale, which opened in 2008."
Zagat
3.8
"A "friendly", "courteous" staff oversees this "trendy and hip" Downtown/Old Town Scottsdale hotel featuring "sleek" decor and a "gorgeous" location."
Afar Magazine
"Business travelers might help keep it quiet enough during the week, but when the weekend rolls around, the W Scottsdale earns its rep as a party hotel." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The W Scottsdale is a chic four-pearl hotel known for its weekend poolside parties." Full review
Jetsetter
"Shot of youthful enthusiasm near Scottsdale’s Old Town, with a sushi scene and pool." Full review
Afar Magazine
"More than 30,000 people flood downtown’s bars, lounges and clubs on any given weekend and the majority of them have spent at least one wild night at the W Scottsdale." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"That means the W will give you what you want, when you want, such as a sunrise over Camelback Mountain, a personalized treatment in the Bliss spa, or a private dinner on your balcony." Full review