Vacation Inn Phoenix, Phoenix

Vacation Inn Phoenix - Central Encanto Location with Outdoor Pool and Conference Facilities

Located in the Encanto district, this 2-star Phoenix hotel features a year-round outdoor swimming pool and hot tub spanning 2600 square feet of recreational space. Vacation Inn Phoenix provides air-conditioned rooms equipped with private balconies, satellite TV programming, small refrigerators, and coffee makers. Each room includes private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hairdryers. The property offers complimentary wireless internet access throughout, a business center with fax and photocopying services, and dedicated conference space. The Vacation Inn sits 4.5 miles from Talking Stick Resort Arena and maintains proximity to key medical facilities, with Arizona Heart Hospital and Phoenix Children's Hospital both 10 minutes away by car. Multiple dining options surround the property, including Jack in the Box adjacent to the hotel, Starbucks (0.3 miles), and Denny's (0.3 miles). Grand Canyon University and Phoenix Convention Center are within a 10-minute drive, while Arizona State Capitol is accessible within 6 minutes.

Pros

Situated in Encanto, a neighborhood known for diverse dining options and annual events

Walking distance to multiple restaurants (Jack in the Box, Starbucks, Denny's)

Close to several attractions including Enchanted Island (1.5 miles) and Japanese Friendship Garden (2.5 miles)

Near major shopping venues like Melrose Shopping Center (2 miles) and Retro Ranch (2 miles)

Cons

2.5 miles distance to major cultural sites like Burton Barr Central Library and Margaret T Hance Park

Limited on-site dining options