Papago Motor Hotel
Hotel in Scottsdale, AZ
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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Includes essentialsPool, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hotel
Hotel with free breakfast, near Desert Botanical Garden
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, self parking, and express check-in.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Papago Motor Hotel offers 67 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, self parking, and express check-in.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Papago Motor Hotel offers 67 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Map of Scottsdale, AZ
Available Rooms
Double Room (1)
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Double Room (2)
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Double Room (3)
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Double Room (4)
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Double Room (5)
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Ratings and reviews
4.0 / 10.0
Loved this property a year ago and though it changed owners since then, I wanted to stay here again for my 3-night visit to Phoenix. The grounds, amenities and rooms remain comfortable & clean and it is fairly priced. However, (1) the non-human/electronic process for checking in, asking questions and getting assistance did not go smoothly. I had trouble getting into my room the first couple days of my stay (one night I was outside in the dark courtyard at 12am until their handy man saved the day by driving over to unlock both mine and another guest's door). Come to find out, 2 days later and after multiple lock outs, that you need to press all key code room entry numbers with the pad of your finger, not the very short nail on my finger I was using without pause!; (2) the TV was set on Spanish and without instructions, I couldn't figure out where to change the language; and (3) security could definitely become an issue, as the front door and side gates were consistently open (even after 11pm when the hotel said they would be locked and need our passcode to open). In summary, this property has a lot of promise yet needs some serious fine tuning to be as successful as it could be!
2.0 / 10.0
Right off, the parking was an issue. We had to pay $20 for a spot which we never used. We arrived at night and our parking spot was at the end of the lot right next to the alley and not lit up. We were unfamiliar with the area so this wasn't a very good option for us. We ended up parking in the handicap parking at the front of the building and walking all the way to the other end.
The room is small but adequate. However, there is no overhead lighting and the lamps provided were quite dim. Trying to get ready and packed at 6:30 in the morning was a little difficult in the near dark.
We were trying to make microwave popcorn and the microwave kept blowing the circuit, which would also shut down the TV.
The floor was absolutely disgustingly dirty. I didn't realize how bad it was until I looked at the bottom of my feet and they were black. I had been wearing shoes but the guide we received told us to take our shoes off at the door. After seeing how filthy it was, I wore my shoes.
Our stay was for 2 days, yet we only had one towel and one washcloth for each of us. To get an extra set, would have cost us extra money. I shower every day and use a clean cloth and towel each day. That doesn't seem like too much to ask.
It would have been nice to have cable TV and not have to mess with apps.
1.0 / 10.0
To start off with we were told that we would have to park 2 miles away because they had given all of the parking spots away by the building. We got in the room and there was a window by the door that had light shining through it all night long plus a Wi-Fi router that blinked all night long. Will not be staying again very inconvenient and no continental breakfast. A thing of coffee and a donut does not count.
1.0 / 10.0
No staff or reception desk. Everything is done over the phone. They charge for everything. If u want house keeping or extra towels even parking cost extra. Breakfast was some apples and waffles with a note saying only one per person. Second night someone was parked in the spot we paid for and had to wait to get resolved. Nothing about the stay was easy. Worrying about your car getting towed and having to wait for someone on thebother end of a phone to help you.
1.0 / 10.0
No staff or reception desk. Everything is done over the phone. They charge for everything. If u want house keeping or extra towels even parking cost extra. Breakfast was some apples and waffles with a note saying only one per person. Second night someone was parked in the spot we paid for and had to wait to get resolved. Nothing about the stay was easy. Worrying about your car getting towed and having to wait for someone on thebother end of a phone to help you.
2.0 / 10.0
No one at a front desk. you check in online by email. the email that was sent to me was not the right code. Luckily there was a person that answered the phone to send me the right code to get into my room. There is no designated parking on site you have to park off site then walk 10 minutes back to the hotel. I will never stay in this hotel again. I will say the bed was cozy and comfortable.
2.0 / 10.0
No one at a front desk. you check in online by email. the email that was sent to me was not the right code. Luckily there was a person that answered the phone to send me the right code to get into my room. There is no designated parking on site you have to park off site then walk 10 minutes back to the hotel. I will never stay in this hotel again. I will say the bed was cozy and comfortable.
1.0 / 10.0
Do not book this place! Tons of hidden fees. It was not advertised that you have to pay extra if you want a towel to use and that there’s no parking on site. Such a scam. We didn’t even stay there and had to book another hotel and lost our money. They refused to refund.
1.0 / 10.0
Do not book this place! Tons of hidden fees. It was not advertised that you have to pay extra if you want a towel to use and that there’s no parking on site. Such a scam. We didn’t even stay there and had to book another hotel and lost our money. They refused to refund.
5.0 / 10.0
One of the most comfortable bed ever. Safe and quiet. I think the mini breakfast could offer more variety. Great for couples.
5.0 / 10.0
One of the most comfortable bed ever. Safe and quiet. I think the mini breakfast could offer more variety. Great for couples.
4.0 / 10.0
Have stayed a number of times. Nice rooms, location and good price.
Only problem frig didn't work bummer. No one on property to address any problems.
No front desk.
4.0 / 10.0
Have stayed a number of times. Nice rooms, location and good price.
Only problem frig didn't work bummer. No one on property to address any problems.
No front desk.
3.0 / 10.0
Overall average experience. Unfortunately our daughter couldn't swim because of a perv that was lurking. Not the hotel's fault. Our bathroom door handle was broken. Customer service said they would repair it after we left. Breakfast is grab-and-go, and not impressive at that.
3.0 / 10.0
Overall average experience. Unfortunately our daughter couldn't swim because of a perv that was lurking. Not the hotel's fault. Our bathroom door handle was broken. Customer service said they would repair it after we left. Breakfast is grab-and-go, and not impressive at that.
3.0 / 10.0
No front desk, no parking for blocks,, I'm handy capped. No valet parking. No employees on property. Rear Security gate open all day and night. Comp breakfast was literally 2 rotten pears and some cheap plastic danish. Now the GOOD STUFF, been here many times under previous management. Great comfortable little spot. Very nice comfortable rooms. Nice location, well maintained property. Pool area and closeness to downtown Scottsdale is a plus. And yes after all my b*tch'n, I've booked a room there again for next week. They rescheduled ELO concert for next week! As long as you are not worried about parking , no front desk, breakfast or the security gate open all night... it truly is a nice place and a solid price. 6
3.0 / 10.0
No front desk, no parking for blocks,, I'm handy capped. No valet parking. No employees on property. Rear Security gate open all day and night. Comp breakfast was literally 2 rotten pears and some cheap plastic danish. Now the GOOD STUFF, been here many times under previous management. Great comfortable little spot. Very nice comfortable rooms. Nice location, well maintained property. Pool area and closeness to downtown Scottsdale is a plus. And yes after all my b*tch'n, I've booked a room there again for next week. They rescheduled ELO concert for next week! As long as you are not worried about parking , no front desk, breakfast or the security gate open all night... it truly is a nice place and a solid price. 6
3.0 / 10.0
Very difficult to get to room. Upstairs that are very steep and no cart for suitcases. Parking OK. Breakfast a joke, one sweet waffle and empty coffee pot. Robot broken in foyer. Room was ample, bring your own kleenex!
3.0 / 10.0
Very difficult to get to room. Upstairs that are very steep and no cart for suitcases. Parking OK. Breakfast a joke, one sweet waffle and empty coffee pot. Robot broken in foyer. Room was ample, bring your own kleenex!
4.0 / 10.0
Definitely different. No reception desk. Everything done on line like an air B&N. Nice facility, very nice pool. Restaurant on premises (which I didn't find time to try). Electrical system in the room seemed inadequate. Multiple power strips for basic items. The coffee maker kept overloading the power strip it was plugged into, making it virtually useless. No closet... Clothes rack in the admittedly very large bathroom instead. Television set up for streaming services only. Better bring your passwords.
4.0 / 10.0
Definitely different. No reception desk. Everything done on line like an air B&N. Nice facility, very nice pool. Restaurant on premises (which I didn't find time to try). Electrical system in the room seemed inadequate. Multiple power strips for basic items. The coffee maker kept overloading the power strip it was plugged into, making it virtually useless. No closet... Clothes rack in the admittedly very large bathroom instead. Television set up for streaming services only. Better bring your passwords.
3.0 / 10.0
The hotel was nice and clean. The bed and pillows was very comfortable. The AC was very strong. However, the restaurant /bar was non-existent. There is actually NOBODY on the premises of the property. They allow animals(which is fine) however, the dog that was in the room next to mines barked all night long every time someone walked past the room.
I was charged a $30 cleaning fee and told I left the bathroom “very dirty” which is a lie. I was there for 2 nights , how much of a mess cause the bathroom has been. For those reasons I will not stay again when I visit and I don’t recommend anybody staying here.
3.0 / 10.0
The hotel was nice and clean. The bed and pillows was very comfortable. The AC was very strong. However, the restaurant /bar was non-existent. There is actually NOBODY on the premises of the property. They allow animals(which is fine) however, the dog that was in the room next to mines barked all night long every time someone walked past the room.
I was charged a $30 cleaning fee and told I left the bathroom “very dirty” which is a lie. I was there for 2 nights , how much of a mess cause the bathroom has been. For those reasons I will not stay again when I visit and I don’t recommend anybody staying here.
5.0 / 10.0
Amazing stay, comfortable, clean, quiet, beautiful, great location and easy access. Assigned parking and the restaurant On property, Hai Noon 5 stars!!!
5.0 / 10.0
Amazing stay, comfortable, clean, quiet, beautiful, great location and easy access. Assigned parking and the restaurant On property, Hai Noon 5 stars!!!
3.0 / 10.0
Where do I begin….
I understand the times are changing into no personal service from humans but
Check in was awful. Everything is automated. We were tired from a long drive and had to do everything online. I did not feel comfortable putting my information out there, but that was the only way we were going to get access to our room. if I were elderly and did not know how to be tech savvy, it would have been very frustrating.
The parking was very confusing no parking for the restaurant or you will be towed. You have to park in the back in an alley. Our room was all the way towards the front doesn’t make sense at all. The Wi-Fi code never never worked the two days we were there. No one around besides a robot to solve the issue. Black towels were provided to remove make up or they were going to charge you if you stained the white ones, but we were only left one black towel for three women. Some of the guests were right outside the gate where we had to walk out smoking marijuana with a little boy less than two years old right next to them, that wasn’t The Hotels fault, but should’ve been monitored.
The grounds inside the gates were very nice. The pool was nice, beds comfy, loved it was pet friendly. Centrally located a plus
3.0 / 10.0
Where do I begin….
I understand the times are changing into no personal service from humans but
Check in was awful. Everything is automated. We were tired from a long drive and had to do everything online. I did not feel comfortable putting my information out there, but that was the only way we were going to get access to our room. if I were elderly and did not know how to be tech savvy, it would have been very frustrating.
The parking was very confusing no parking for the restaurant or you will be towed. You have to park in the back in an alley. Our room was all the way towards the front doesn’t make sense at all. The Wi-Fi code never never worked the two days we were there. No one around besides a robot to solve the issue. Black towels were provided to remove make up or they were going to charge you if you stained the white ones, but we were only left one black towel for three women. Some of the guests were right outside the gate where we had to walk out smoking marijuana with a little boy less than two years old right next to them, that wasn’t The Hotels fault, but should’ve been monitored.
The grounds inside the gates were very nice. The pool was nice, beds comfy, loved it was pet friendly. Centrally located a plus
2.0 / 10.0
My unit was not given a parking spot, in middle of nothing Scottsdale. The shower head was so low profile and absolutely no pressure that I was practically hugging the wall to get under the stream. I was provided with a quarter roll of TP sitting in the tank, actual holder was missing. And the TV didnt work.
But it was clean, safe, very adorable, and the tiny espresso thing in the room was delicious.
2.0 / 10.0
My unit was not given a parking spot, in middle of nothing Scottsdale. The shower head was so low profile and absolutely no pressure that I was practically hugging the wall to get under the stream. I was provided with a quarter roll of TP sitting in the tank, actual holder was missing. And the TV didnt work.
But it was clean, safe, very adorable, and the tiny espresso thing in the room was delicious.
10.0 / 10.0
Stayed here 6 months apart. Its quiet and the one room ive gotten is to the side, away from the high traffic areas. The abailable amenities in the room are excellent!
2.0 / 10.0
Where so I start. There isn’t any staff on the premises. We went to check in and there was no parking to even check in. We walk into a room that has a tablet with a web page open…no directions on how to check in. After tapping the screen and pushing buttons it finally brought up the screen to check in. Then we got an email with our room number and code to get in. We were instructed to park in the back of the hotel which had very limited spaces. We got into our room and oddly enough I checked my email again only to get an email stating our cars will be towed if they aren’t in their designated space. I called their “non existent front desk” only be told my room didn’t have a designated parking spot. I asked what I’m supposed to do since I had 2 cars…I was told to park at a parking garage that is a 5 minute drive away. Then I ask how I’m supposed to get back to the hotel..I was told that it’s the guests responsibility to figure that out. We go to this “garage” and it’s a PARK! No way we are leaving our cars at park overnight! So overall if you are a car owner this hotel is not for you. We ended up having to drive across town to a relatives house and leave my boyfriends truck at her house then drive back to the hotel..I parked in one of the “assigned” parking spaces illegally for the night…I guess their towing threats are false. The room wasn’t very nice…had Motel 6 vibes…questionable stains on the toilet seat, hair stuck to the bathroom door plus other questionable stains.
8.0 / 10.0
The parking situation is horrible. Everything else was good.
2.0 / 10.0
We stayed once before and had a great experience but upon our return we informed a LOT had changed. No parking space and told to park in a garage 5 minutes away or be towed. Feels scammy due to there being several spots open the entire time we were there. Do they get some sort of kickback from the garage or towing co? The breakfast that is supposed to be included was literally non existent. We were told people steal the food or take multiple portions for the large groups staying in one room. Dogs swimming in the pool. One guy found feces in the pool. Rocks used to prop gates open so ZERO security. Order at the counter to eat breakfast at the restaurant. No wait staff anymore.
This place went so down hill it’s astounding. The only 2 positives are the room is clean, comfortable and inexpensive and the bar with really great staff makes amazing cocktails and delicious food! They are not affiliated with the hotel though.
Would def not stay again and would not recommend.
2.0 / 10.0
We stayed once before and had a great experience but upon our return we informed a LOT had changed. No parking space and told to park in a garage 5 minutes away or be towed. Feels scammy due to there being several spots open the entire time we were there. Do they get some sort of kickback from the garage or towing co? The breakfast that is supposed to be included was literally non existent. We were told people steal the food or take multiple portions for the large groups staying in one room. Dogs swimming in the pool. One guy found feces in the pool. Rocks used to prop gates open so ZERO security. Order at the counter to eat breakfast at the restaurant. No wait staff anymore.
This place went so down hill it’s astounding. The only 2 positives are the room is clean, comfortable and inexpensive and the bar with really great staff makes amazing cocktails and delicious food! They are not affiliated with the hotel though.
Would def not stay again and would not recommend.
6.0 / 10.0
Average
6.0 / 10.0
Average
10.0 / 10.0
Location is awesome.
Price is great.
Only gripe are the gate locks aa they dont use cards, but combinations
10.0 / 10.0
Location is awesome.
Price is great.
Only gripe are the gate locks aa they dont use cards, but combinations
1.0 / 10.0
First off no one works here. The door code didn't work and 3 hours later they came to fix it with no apology or compensation. Tried again to stay here and the code again NOT WORKING. NO BS. CHECK IN IS AT 4PM WE DIDN'T GET IN UNTIL 1AM. AGAIN NO SORRY, NO COMPENSATION. TO MANY GREAT PLACES TO STAY IN THE AREA. THE FREE BREAKFAST IS HILARIOUS. THE 2 DRINKS THEY ADVERTISE IS COFFEE. LOLOLOLOL lame!
10.0 / 10.0
Convenient, easy, clean
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Scottsdale?
The average price for a rental in Scottsdale is $469 per night. This rental is $365 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Papago Motor Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Papago Motor Hotel. Enjoy the water!
Is Papago Motor Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Papago Motor Hotel?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, tv, and gym or fitness center.
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