Tempe Studio King Premium
Overview
Tempe Studio King Premium is a smoke-free, apartment-style stay in Tempe, Arizona with a Studio/King setup and in-unit kitchen basics. The property is positioned for practical, value-focused stays, with contactless check-in and complimentary onsite security noted by the source. Star class and public rating details are not provided.
In-room features
Units include air conditioning and heating, plus a kitchen setup with a microwave. Entertainment and connectivity called out by the source include a Roku TV, Cox cable, and 1G internet (plug-in and wireless). An ironing board is also listed for in-room convenience.
Amenities & recreation
For downtime, the property lists both an indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with a hot tub and a fitness center. Guests also have access to an outdoor grill. Free parking is available, and the building includes an elevator.
Location & getting around
The property sits very close to multiple bus stops, including Southern Av & 2300 East (about 25 m) and Southern Av & George Dr (about 193 m), with several more stops within roughly a 10-minute walk. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is about 12.2 km away, while Mesa Gateway Airport is about 23.7 km away. Nearby dining includes Manuel's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina | Tempe (about 192 m) and Szechwan Noodle (about 336 m), with additional restaurants several kilometers away.
What to expect (as reported)
The source highlights a strong point in value and location, plus updated kitchen elements (new kitchen, flooring, and appliances). It also flags potential downsides such as inconsistent grounds/maintenance/housekeeping, transient tenants, and freeway noise. Other issues mentioned as possible include odors (food/tobacco/marijuana) and police presence onsite.
Best for
This property best suits value-driven travelers who want apartment-style conveniences like a kitchen/microwave, free parking, and strong internet, plus leisure facilities such as indoor/outdoor pools, a hot tub, and a fitness center. It can also work well for guests who plan to use public transit, thanks to multiple bus stops within a few hundred meters. Travelers sensitive to noise or seeking a consistently quiet, resort-like environment may want to weigh the reported freeway noise and occasional property-condition concerns.
Travel tips
If you plan to use transit, the closest stop (Southern Av & 2300 East) is roughly 25 meters away, with several other Southern Ave stops within a short walk. For flights, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the nearer major airport at about 12.2 km away (Mesa Gateway is about 23.7 km). If you are noise-sensitive, consider bringing earplugs, as freeway noise is reported as a potential issue.
What guests say
The source emphasizes strong value and a convenient Tempe location, with updated elements like a new kitchen, flooring, and appliances, plus Roku TV and Cox cable. Guests are positioned to benefit from practical logistics such as contactless check-in, free parking, and high-speed internet. Reported negatives center on inconsistency in grounds/maintenance/housekeeping and the presence of transient tenants. Potential disturbances mentioned include freeway noise, occasional odors (food/tobacco/marijuana), and possible police activity onsite.
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