Description

This beautiful hotel, styled after the Italian Renaissance Revival, was built in 1928 and combines Italian and Southwestern style. The first high-rise hotel serviced by an elevator in Phoenix, it earned its place in the Historic Hotels of America registry. In its early days, this hotel was frequented by some of Hollywood's movie stars like Clark Gable, Mae West, Marilyn Monroe and Spencer Tracy. Newly ...
by wcities on July 25, 2007 from wcities

Tips

The Extras: A Copper Square dining guide is available at the front desk and offers 40 area ideas. Ask the concierge about nightlife opportunities.
by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch
Save Money: Encouraging visitors to experience downtown Phoenix, special packages can include activities around the area--sports- and theater-themed deals are common.
by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch

Editorial Reviews

In Short Built in 1928, this historic hotel accommodates the conference crowd with old-fashioned charm and Italian-Renaissance decor. Patrons are transported back in time when witnessing the chandeliered lobby and copper elevators. The hotel is also supposedly haunted by the ghost of a woman dressed for dancing who jumped to her death from the rooftop years ago. The in-house barbershop and ...
Rated 4.45 stars by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch
The Bottom Line: Remodeled rooms are preferable at this campy icon to a glitzy past. What's Special About the Hotel San Carlos: This historic hotel in a 1928 Italian Renaissance building has hosted celebrities such as Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy and Mae West (who has a suite named after her). Guest Rooms and Rates: 121 guest rooms and suites from $70.
by abouthotels on July 21, 2007 from abouthotels
If you don't mind staying in downtown Phoenix with the convention crowds, you'll get good value at this historic hotel. Built in 1928 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the San Carlos provides that touch of elegance and charm missing from other downtown choices. Unfortunately, bedrooms are rather small by today's standards, but they were renovated in 2003. If you're up for a splurge ...
by frommers on April 05, 2007 from frommers