Rodeway Inn Old Town Scottsdale
2934 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Scottsdale, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.3 / 5
Overview
Rodeway Inn Old Town Scottsdale is a modest, budget-leaning hotel in a low-rise building set among commercial properties in Scottsdale. It’s positioned to reach Old Town sights and shopping while also being a reasonable base for area attractions in Scottsdale and nearby Phoenix. The hotel is rated as a 3-star property and has a public rating of 3.3 based on 489 reviews.
Rooms
Rooms are straightforward and accessed via exterior corridors. In-room basics include free Wi‑Fi, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, and tea/coffee-making facilities. This setup can suit guests who want simple, self-contained essentials rather than full-service features.
Parking, Pets & On-site Basics
Parking is complimentary, and coffee is provided at the office. Pets are permitted for an additional surcharge, which can be useful for travelers passing through with animals. Other amenities are not documented in the provided property details.
Location & Nearby Things To Do
The hotel is about 1.2 km from the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and roughly the same distance from Western Spirit Museum: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. Shopping at Scottsdale Fashion Square is around 2.4 km away. For outdoors and major attractions, Desert Botanical Garden is about 2.8 km away, Papago Park about 3.7 km, Phoenix Zoo about 4.0 km, and Camelback Mountain about 4.9 km; longer outings include Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum (both about 13.5–13.6 km) and Taliesin West (about 15.8 km).
Best for
This property is best for budget-focused travelers who want a simple room near Old Town Scottsdale attractions, with practical in-room conveniences like a microwave, mini-fridge, and free Wi‑Fi. It can also suit road-trippers who value complimentary parking and those traveling with pets (surcharge applies). Travelers expecting extensive on-site facilities or full-service extras may find the offering limited based on documented details.
Travel tips
For easy sightseeing, plan time around nearby Old Town cultural stops like the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and Western Spirit Museum (both about 1.2 km away). If you’re visiting major outdoor attractions, Desert Botanical Garden, Papago Park, and the Phoenix Zoo are all within roughly 3–4 km, while Camelback Mountain is about 4.9 km. If you’re arriving by car, complimentary parking can simplify day trips to Phoenix-area museums and destinations farther out such as Taliesin West.
What guests say
Guest feedback is mixed, with some reviewers highlighting clean rooms, friendly service, and good value for the price. Others report concerns about cleanliness and maintenance, including small bathrooms and limited shower functionality. Several negative comments focus on service issues and operational shortcomings (such as lack of housekeeping during longer stays and non-functioning on-site basics like vending/ice/laundry). Pricing and fees (including taxes and perceived overcharging) also come up as a frustration in the excerpts provided.
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