I was very impressed with this location for my needs. I needed good access to my client in Tempe, but close enough to good restaurants or entertainment (downtown/ASU area). Overall it's a great location.\n\nThe hotel reminds me of a suped-up hampton inn - add a bit more modern flair. The rooms are nice - very spacious, modern-like and clean. Its great to have a refrigerator and sink area, a separate living area with an L sofa, a huge plasma TV, and good size desk area. The bathroom sink is like part of the room, but it was great to see extra counterspace for all of my toiletries and makeup stuff. I really enjoy the free breakfast (nothing fancy, but it's a nice to have for sure), and the small lobby area bar is great - beer, wine and a great tasting selection of bar type food. The hotel attendants/staff are very friendly and helpful. I didn't use the shuttle but I hear it takes you out and about (not just to the airport). Free wi-fi throughout!\n\nI'm a fan of the nicer larger style hotels (Westin's/starwood are my fav), but you are limited when your job limits you to a certain budget. So I seeked a Hampton Inn for my first trip to Tempe, and it was the Hampton Inn South Phoenix. The hotel was great, but the surrounding immediate area(s) were not. I would have felt very uncomfortable strolling to the mini mart next door or even walking to my car to go somewhere else. So, I looked for a comparable price, similar benefits/accomodations, and I found this Hyatt place...which overall was better (not just b/c of location). I have booked my next business trip at this hotel (3rd visit to Temple/Phoenix now).
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