Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport
Spacious airport lodging offering quick access to Phoenix Sky Harbor and upper-floor city views.
The verdict
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The Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport provides a practical stay close to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and downtown. Guests appreciate the spacious, clean rooms outfitted with work desks, mini-fridges, and granite bathrooms. However, loud plane noise frequently disrupts visits to the outdoor pool, and the hotel restaurant can become understaffed. 32
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What travelers noticed
- Rooms are clean and spacious with dark wood furniture, work desks, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. 3
- The location is convenient for reaching Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and downtown. 32
- Upper-level floors provide good views of the city. 3
- Guests relaxing on lounge chairs by the outdoor pool consistently hear noise from overhead planes. 3
The catch
- While some praise the on-site restaurant for its French toast and colorful decor, others report it can be understaffed and overwhelmed. 1
- Some reviewers consider the hotel a good value, but others feel rates are high compared to neighboring properties once parking costs are factored in. drawn from the full read
Who it's for
- — Travelers catching early flights from Sky Harbor
- — Business travelers needing work desks and free Wi-Fi
- — Short airport layovers
Skip it if
- — Guests bothered by loud plane noise at the pool
- — Travelers looking for walkable independent dining options
- — Those seeking luxury bathroom finishes
Seen on camera
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“Remember to check out the links and QR code in the description for the best rates. This hotel is super close to Phoenix…”
youtube.com0:13“While there's no specific info on room sizes, the reviews for room comfort are good.”
youtube.com0:38“The hotel gets good reviews for value. Keep an eye out for any extra fees such as parking charges as it's not clear if t…”
youtube.com0:52“Remember to check the exact parking costs to avoid unpleasant surprises. This hotel offers free Wi-Fi, which is always u…”
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Score breakdown
How the 82/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
88Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Food
88Location
89- “The Radisson is right next to the convention center, not attached, but it's insanely close to the entrance. Think 1 minute walk, if even.” 1
- “Remember to check out the links and QR code in the description for the best rates. This hotel is super close to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, making it ideal if you have an early flight or just want convenience.” 20:13
Noise
92Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Room
85Service
87Bed & Sleep
87Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Value
85- “Everyone I know has been disappointed with the Radisson, this past year definitely included. I stayed at the Plaza across the street for half the price and had a much better room (though no free breakfast).” 1
- “I stayed at the Plaza across the street for half the price and had a much better room (though no free breakfast).” 1
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-10
Where it sits
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Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
On par with what $ usually buys
Scores level with the modest median of 82, across 404 hotels in the same bracket. In Phoenix it sits level with the local median of 82.
- This hotel
- 82
- Bracket median
- 82
- Index median
- 86
Based on 404 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
No reviewer has yet described a room, floor or aspect specifically enough to act on at this property. Room intelligence appears here the moment they do.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
View the 21 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “Major attractions are not within walking distance” 3
- “The Radisson is right next to the convention center, not attached, but it's insanely close to the entrance. Think 1 minute walk, if even.” 1
- “Seven-story Residential-style Hotel with surrounding garden, conveniently located near airport terminal & Arizona State University” 5
- “For both business and leisure travelers who want to be close to downtown Phoenix and the airport, this hotel offers a convenient location.” 3
- “I haven't been before so I can't comment on that but I will say that I'm lazy and I do like that it is "located right next to the main convention entrance" so I booked there.” 1
- “Remember to check out the links and QR code in the description for the best rates. This hotel is super close to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, making it ideal if you have an early flight or just want convenience.” On camera20:13
- “I never saw any lol annatheorc • 3 taon ang nakalipas It's not worth it. It's not worth it. They had one big picture and that was the only "tie-in". It's double the price of the Plaza, and both are equally close. It's a totally mediocre hotel that costs too much.” 1
- “Everyone I know has been disappointed with the Radisson, this past year definitely included. I stayed at the Plaza across the street for half the price and had a much better room (though no free breakfast).” 1
- “The hotel gets good reviews for value. Keep an eye out for any extra fees such as parking charges as it's not clear if there is a free parking option.” On camera20:52
- “Remember to check the exact parking costs to avoid unpleasant surprises. This hotel offers free Wi-Fi, which is always useful.” On camera22:22
- “I stayed at the Plaza across the street for half the price and had a much better room (though no free breakfast).” 1
- “Great view from the riverfront Radisson.” 1
- “The restaurant in the hotel was understaffed and overwhelmed no matter what time you went there.” 1
- “Stylish full service restaurant and lounge, as well as room service, on-site” 3
- “The Radisson also has hands-down the best French toast I've ever had in my life, but heads-up that their coffee is really hot.” 1
- “The white floors and colorful accents in the restaurant and bar give an eccentric charm to this hotel, which guests might easily expect to be mundane.” 3
- “The immediate area has a number of other hotels lining the street along with chain and fast food restaurants (though there isn't much within walking distance).” 3
What we still don't know
What we can’t tell you yet, said plainly. These close as we read more coverage of this hotel.
- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- Food rests on 2 sources — too thin to rely on.
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How much we read
Deep coverage · 50/100We read 8 sources for this property, and pulled 31 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-09-11.
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Sources
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- 3Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport Reviewoyster.comReview site2024-08-09Ageing12 quotes used
“Major attractions are not within walking distance”
Read originaloyster.com - 1Radisson Hotel : r/brandonsandersonreddit.comForum thread2024-01-16Ageing11 quotes used
“I never saw any lol annatheorc • 3 taon ang nakalipas It's not worth it. It's not worth it. They had one big picture and that was the only "tie-in". It's double the price of the Plaza, and both are equally close. It's a…”
Read originalreddit.com - 2Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport - Best Hotel in the City?youtube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only4 quotes used
“While there's no specific info on room sizes, the reviews for room comfort are good.”
Read originalyoutube.com - 4Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport | Phoenix (AZ), United Statesyoutube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only2 quotes used
“For those who require seamless connectivity, our complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi ensures you remain effortlessly linked to the world, allowing you to manage your affairs or share your journey with ease.”
Read originalyoutube.com - 5Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airporttravelweekly.comReview siteDate not stated1 quote used
“Seven-story Residential-style Hotel with surrounding garden, conveniently located near airport terminal & Arizona State University”
Read originaltravelweekly.com - 6Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport - Phoenix AZ, 85008visitphoenix.comSocial postDate not statedRead originalvisitphoenix.com
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