A convenient and well-priced Hyatt Place adjacent to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and Tempe's Mill Avenue entertainment district. The hotel features a rooftop pool with city views, free breakfast, and easy access to both the airport and Arizona State University's campus — ideal for travelers with early flights or short layovers.
Hyatt Place Tempe/Phoenix Airport occupies a position on East 5th Street in downtown Tempe, Arizona, placing it simultaneously convenient to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (1.5 miles, approximately a 10-minute drive or free hotel shuttle) and within walking distance of Tempe's Mill Avenue entertainment district. The hotel's dual positioning suits early-morning flight departures, late arrivals requiring overnight accommodation, and leisure travelers seeking Tempe's active restaurant and bar scene without paying Old Town Scottsdale's premium rates. The 168-room hotel features a rooftop pool with expansive views over the Tempe skyline, the Salt River valley, and distant mountain silhouettes — a poolside experience that consistently earns high marks given the hotel's accessible price point. Standard Hyatt Place rooms include the brand's signature sofa-sleeper units and a gallery kitchen area. Free breakfast is served daily in the lobby. A 24-hour fitness center serves guests on variable schedules driven by flight times. The on-site Nosh & Bourbon bar offers cocktails, beer, and a short food menu into the evening. Tempe Town Lake — a 2-mile recreational reservoir on the Salt River — is within a 10-minute walk, with paved paths, kayak rentals, and the Tempe Center for the Arts along its banks. Arizona State University's main Tempe campus sits four blocks west of the hotel, and Tempe Marketplace shopping is a 5-minute drive east. The Valley Metro Light Rail provides car-free connections to downtown Phoenix and central Mesa from a stop approximately one block from the hotel, making this one of the Phoenix metro's most transit-accessible accommodation options at any price tier.
Amenities
- Rooftop pool
- Free breakfast
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Fitness center
- Bar
Location
47 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ 85281
33.4293, -111.9390 View on map
Highlights
- Rooftop pool with panoramic Tempe and mountain views at a mid-range price near Phoenix Sky Harbor
- 1.5 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport with free hotel shuttle service to all terminals
- Walking distance to Mill Avenue bars and restaurants, Tempe Town Lake, and Arizona State University
- Valley Metro Light Rail access one block from the hotel — car-free connections to downtown Phoenix and Mesa
- Free daily breakfast buffet included at a walkable urban Tempe location
Tips for visiting
- The rooftop pool at sunset delivers dramatic city and mountain views — plan an early-evening swim.
- Mill Avenue's bar scene is busiest Thursday through Saturday nights; light sleepers should request rooms facing away from the street.
- Valley Metro Light Rail reaches downtown Phoenix in about 20 minutes without traffic concerns.
- The airport shuttle runs on a schedule — confirm pickup times with the front desk for early morning departures.
- Tempe Town Lake kayak and paddleboard rentals are available at Fletcher Drive Marina, a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Accessibility
Hyatt Place Tempe/Phoenix Airport provides ADA-accessible rooms with roll-in showers and lowered amenities. The hotel is elevator-served with accessible pathways to all public areas including the rooftop pool deck. The adjacent Mill Avenue pedestrian area is generally flat and suitable for wheelchair navigation.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the airport shuttle take from Hyatt Place Tempe?
Phoenix Sky Harbor is approximately 1.5 miles from the hotel; shuttle transit takes 10–15 minutes including terminal routing. The shuttle runs on a schedule — confirm timing with the front desk, especially for early departures.
Is the Hyatt Place Tempe a good base for a multi-day Scottsdale or Phoenix trip?
The hotel is a practical base for Phoenix and Tempe activities, with Old Town Scottsdale 15–20 minutes by car. Guests prioritizing the Scottsdale resort experience may prefer a closer property, but Tempe's value, light rail access, and Mill Avenue walkability are genuine advantages.
What is on Mill Avenue near the hotel?
Mill Avenue is Tempe's main entertainment strip with roughly 10–15 restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and live music venues within a few blocks. The selection leans toward casual American, craft beer, and concepts catering to Arizona State University's large campus population.
Is parking available at the hotel?
The hotel offers self-parking in an adjacent structure; a nightly parking fee applies. The light rail stop one block away and Mill Avenue's walkability mean a car is not essential for many guests.