Tempe Mission Palms, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel
60 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ 85281, Tempe, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
Tempe Mission Palms, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel is a 4-star upscale property in downtown Tempe at 60 E 5th St, near Arizona State University and the Mill Avenue District. It’s positioned as both a business hotel and a leisure base for exploring Tempe and nearby Phoenix/Scottsdale attractions. Public guest ratings average 4.4/5 from 2,203 reviews.
Location & Getting Around
The hotel is a 4-minute walk to the Mill Avenue District and the Mill Ave/3rd Street light rail station, making it easy to reach restaurants, nightlife, and campus-area destinations on foot. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is about 4 miles away. Nearby sights include Tempe Town Lake (about 1.2 km away), ASU Art Museum (about 0.8 km), and Papago Park (about 3.2 km), with Desert Botanical Garden (about 4.0 km) and the Phoenix Zoo (about 2.8 km) also within a short drive.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are described as warm and modern, and include flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Suites add features such as rainfall showers and pull-out sofas. Guest feedback commonly notes clean, comfortable rooms, though some reviews mention wear in furnishings and occasional concerns about bedding condition.
Rooftop Recreation
A rooftop area features an outdoor pool and a tennis court. This setup offers an on-property break from the surrounding downtown environment while still keeping you close to Mill Avenue and ASU.
Dining & On-site Services
On-site dining includes a lounge, a poolside café, and a restaurant serving Southwestern-inspired fare (with guest mentions highlighting the restaurant experience). The hotel also has a business center and approximately 30,000 sq ft of meeting space for conferences and events. A hospitality fee covers airport shuttle service, Wi‑Fi, valet parking, and fitness center access.
Best for
This hotel is best for business travelers and conference attendees thanks to its business center and roughly 30,000 sq ft of meeting space, plus quick access to light rail and Sky Harbor (about 4 miles). It also suits travelers who want a walkable Tempe stay near ASU and Mill Avenue’s dining and nightlife, with a rooftop pool and tennis court as on-site downtime options.
Travel tips
If you plan to explore without a car, the Mill Ave/3rd Street light rail station is about a 4-minute walk and can connect you to broader Tempe/Phoenix areas. The hotel’s central location is convenient for nightlife, but some guests report late-night street noise from nearby activity, so light sleepers may want to plan accordingly. Tempe Town Lake (about 1.2 km) and ASU Art Museum (about 0.8 km) are easy nearby stops for a quick outing between meetings or events.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the central, walkable location near ASU and the Mill Avenue District, noting easy access to dining, bars, shops, and nearby attractions. Service is often described as friendly and attentive, and several reviews highlight positive experiences with on-site dining. Many guests report clean, comfortable rooms consistent with expectations for a Destination by Hyatt property. Recurring drawbacks include occasional nighttime noise from surrounding street and nightlife activity, and some comments about worn furnishings or inconsistent bedding condition.
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