Pros
- Free self-parking, Wi-Fi, and buffet breakfast
- 24-hour fitness and business centers
- Heated pool
- Full kitchens and sofa beds in every room
- Across the street from two shopping and dining hubs
- Rooms have flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Cons
- Older property showing wear and tear
- Some complaints of slow Internet connection
- Bland decor
- Some in-room AC units can be noisy
- No on-site restaurant
Bottom Line
This unremarkable mid-range hotel in Chandler, across the street from two large malls, is bland all-around, from the exterior to the rooms. But families who don't mind sacrificing style may find the clean, spacious room with kitchens convenient, and the freebies (Wi-Fi, breakfast, evening appetizer reception) make this a good value. Rooms at the SpringHill Suites next door are considerably more modern and appealing, but they're not quite as large, and they have kitchenettes rather than full kitchens.
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Amenities
- Cribs
- Fitness Center
- Internet
- Jacuzzi
- Pets Allowed
- Pool
Scene
Mid-range hotel with plain design in a Phoenix suburb
The 102-room Residence Inn is mid-range and mediocre, with decidedly plain design. A tan stucco exterior gives way to a functional lobby and buffet area that could belong to any mid-range chain hotel. The rooms are equally generic; they don’t try to wow you with decor, but strive for practicality. The free amenities are a plus, however, and the location is convenient, with two huge malls across the street. For a more contemporary room, try the Spring Hill Suites next door.
Location
In Chandler, a 30-minute drive from Scottsdale and Phoenix
The hotel is in Chandler, a suburb east of Phoenix, and lies just off the main arteries of the 101 Freeway and Chandler Blvd. within a landscape of chain stores and two large shopping malls: The Chandler Fashion Square and Chandler Gateway. Both are within easy walking distance, as are a variety of restaurants. No shuttle service is offered.
- 5-minute walk to Chandler Fashion Square and Chandler Gateway
- 20-minute drive to Casino Arizona, a popular gambling casino
- 20-minute drive to Arizona State University in Tempe
- 30-minute drive to downtown Scottsdale
- 30-minute drive to the Phoenix Zoo
- 30-minute drive to Papago Park, a popular hiking area
- 30-minute drive to Sky Harbor International Airport
Rooms
Big suites with kitchens and flat-screen TVs
The kitchen and dining table are big enough for guests to whip up and serve a full meal, and there is ample space for working and eating at the desk.
All rooms include:
- Pull-out sofa bed
- Flat-screen TV with free premium movie channels
- Free Wi-Fi
- Shower/tub combo
- Work desk with telephone and free local calls
- Table that seats four
- Kitchen with range, full-size fridge, dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, dishware, and cooking utensils (full ovens in the Two Bedroom Suites)
- Iron and ironing board
- Hairdryer
- Free newspaper
Room types:
- Studio King Suite (standard): 475 square feet; king bed
- One-Bedroom Suite: 475 square feet; queen bed; two TVs, separate living room
- Two-Bedroom Suite: 775 square feet; two bedrooms, each with one queen bed; three TVs and three phones
Features
A small heated pool and free self-parking
- Small heated pool and Jacuzzi with plastic lounge chairs and glass patio tables with umbrellas
- 24-hour fitness center is a single small room with two treadmills and an elliptical machine (all with individual TVs), as well as free weights.
- 24-hour business center (a single computer and printer in the lobby)
- 24-hour front desk staff
- Free self-parking
- Laundry facilities
- Safety deposit box big enough for laptops
- 441 square feet of meeting space
- The Market shop open 24 hours with snacks and refreshments
- Tennis courts
All-Inclusive / Food
Free breakfast buffet and evening reception appetizers; room service is available from an off-site restaurant
- Free buffet breakfast
- Free evening reception with appetizers
- Room delivery available from The Order Inn for lunch and dinner.
- Many dining options are available across the street at the two shopping malls.
Scene
Mid-range hotel with plain design in a Phoenix suburb
The 102-room Residence Inn is mid-range and mediocre, with decidedly plain design. A tan stucco exterior gives way to a functional lobby and buffet area that could belong to any mid-range chain hotel. The rooms are equally generic; they don’t try to wow you with decor, but strive for practicality. The free amenities are a plus, however, and the location is convenient, with two huge malls across the street. For a more contemporary room, try the Spring Hill Suites next door.
Location
In Chandler, a 30-minute drive from Scottsdale and Phoenix
The hotel is in Chandler, a suburb east of Phoenix, and lies just off the main arteries of the 101 Freeway and Chandler Blvd. within a landscape of chain stores and two large shopping malls: The Chandler Fashion Square and Chandler Gateway. Both are within easy walking distance, as are a variety of restaurants. No shuttle service is offered.
- 5-minute walk to Chandler Fashion Square and Chandler Gateway
- 20-minute drive to Casino Arizona, a popular gambling casino
- 20-minute drive to Arizona State University in Tempe
- 30-minute drive to downtown Scottsdale
- 30-minute drive to the Phoenix Zoo
- 30-minute drive to Papago Park, a popular hiking area
- 30-minute drive to Sky Harbor International Airport
Rooms
Big suites with kitchens and flat-screen TVs
The kitchen and dining table are big enough for guests to whip up and serve a full meal, and there is ample space for working and eating at the desk.
All rooms include:
- Pull-out sofa bed
- Flat-screen TV with free premium movie channels
- Free Wi-Fi
- Shower/tub combo
- Work desk with telephone and free local calls
- Table that seats four
- Kitchen with range, full-size fridge, dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, dishware, and cooking utensils (full ovens in the Two Bedroom Suites)
- Iron and ironing board
- Hairdryer
- Free newspaper
Room types:
- Studio King Suite (standard): 475 square feet; king bed
- One-Bedroom Suite: 475 square feet; queen bed; two TVs, separate living room
- Two-Bedroom Suite: 775 square feet; two bedrooms, each with one queen bed; three TVs and three phones
Features
A small heated pool and free self-parking
- Small heated pool and Jacuzzi with plastic lounge chairs and glass patio tables with umbrellas
- 24-hour fitness center is a single small room with two treadmills and an elliptical machine (all with individual TVs), as well as free weights.
- 24-hour business center (a single computer and printer in the lobby)
- 24-hour front desk staff
- Free self-parking
- Laundry facilities
- Safety deposit box big enough for laptops
- 441 square feet of meeting space
- The Market shop open 24 hours with snacks and refreshments
- Tennis courts
All-Inclusive / Food
Free breakfast buffet and evening reception appetizers; room service is available from an off-site restaurant
- Free buffet breakfast
- Free evening reception with appetizers
- Room delivery available from The Order Inn for lunch and dinner.
- Many dining options are available across the street at the two shopping malls.
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Best Rates
Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Airport Transportation
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Business Center
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Cable
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Cribs
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Dry Cleaning
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Fitness Center
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Free Breakfast
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Full Kitchen
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Internet
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Jacuzzi
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Kids Allowed
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Laundry
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Pets Allowed
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Pool
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Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
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Room Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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Supervised Kids Activities
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Tennis Court
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