How to get to The Westin Tempe from Phoenix Sky Harbor and Mesa-Gateway
From Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) you can take the Valley Metro light rail to downtown Tempe and walk a few minutes to The Westin Tempe, or use a taxi/rideshare for a roughly 10‑minute drive (the hotel does not offer an airport shuttle). From Phoenix‑Mesa Gateway (AZA) most travelers use taxi or rideshare (20–28 miles), or rent a car — there is no direct public rail link from Mesa‑Gateway to downtown Tempe.
In this guide
- Overview: airport options and what the hotel provides
- Getting to The Westin Tempe from Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX)
- Getting to The Westin Tempe from Phoenix‑Mesa Gateway (AZA)
- Using Valley Metro light rail and local transit in Tempe
- Arriving by car or rental and hotel parking info
- Practical tips for arrivals and timing
Overview: airport options and what the hotel provides
The Westin Tempe does not operate an airport shuttle from either Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) or Phoenix‑Mesa Gateway (AZA). The hotel’s address is 11 E SEVENTH STREET, Tempe, Arizona, 85281; the 24‑hour front desk can answer arrival questions.
Common arrival choices are Valley Metro light rail (from PHX), taxi or rideshare, and driving/rental car from either airport. On‑site parking is valet only; guests should check valet restrictions and fees with the hotel on arrival.
- No airport shuttle from The Westin Tempe
- Valet parking only — fee applies and height restrictions may apply
- 24‑hour front desk at the hotel for arrival assistance
| Service | Good for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Valet / rental car | Flexibility, luggage, day trips | Valet parking only at the hotel; daily fee applies |
| Taxi / Rideshare | Door‑to‑door speed | Typical choice from AZA and PHX; hotel ~4.1 miles from PHX |
| Light rail + walk | Budget and predictable from PHX | Valley Metro A Line connects PHX to downtown Tempe; short walk to hotel |
Getting to The Westin Tempe from Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX)
Distance from PHX to The Westin Tempe is about 4.1 miles by road; travel time is commonly near 10 minutes by car depending on traffic. The Westin Tempe does not offer an airport shuttle, so taxis, rideshares and public transit are typical.
Light rail: take the Valley Metro A Line from the airport station toward downtown Tempe. Exit at one of the nearby Tempe stops (3rd St./Mill Ave. or 5th St./College Ave.) and walk a few minutes to 11 E. Seventh Street.
Bullets:
- Taxi or rideshare: fastest door‑to‑door option from PHX (no hotel shuttle)
- Valley Metro light rail: $2 single-ride fare; day pass $4 (prices can change) — short walk from 3rd St./Mill Ave. or 5th St./College Ave. stations to the hotel (use station signage)
- Taxi or rideshare: typically 10 minutes from PHX, direct to hotel
- Light rail (A Line) from PHX to 3rd St./Mill Ave. or 5th St./College Ave. — short walk to hotel
- No hotel airport shuttle — contact the 24‑hour front desk for assistance
| Option | Estimate | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Rideshare / taxi | ~10 minutes | Drop‑off at the hotel entrance on E. Seventh Street |
| Light rail + walk | 20–30 minutes depending on wait | Exit at 3rd St./Mill Ave. or 5th St./College Ave. and walk south/east to the hotel |
Getting to The Westin Tempe from Phoenix‑Mesa Gateway (AZA)
Phoenix‑Mesa Gateway Airport (often called Mesa‑Gateway, AZA) is a secondary airport about 20–28 miles from the hotel. There is no direct light‑rail connection from AZA to Tempe; most guests use taxi, rideshare, or a rental car.
Typical travel choices from AZA: taxi/rideshare for door‑to‑door service, rental car for flexibility, or shuttle services run by third parties if arranged in advance (the hotel itself does not provide an AZA shuttle). Expect a longer drive time than from PHX and check traffic for arrival estimates.
- Taxi or rideshare: direct and common from Mesa‑Gateway
- Rental car: useful if you plan to explore the Valley or make day trips
- No hotel shuttle from Mesa‑Gateway; confirm third‑party shuttle availability before arrival
| Option | Best when | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rideshare / taxi | You want door‑to‑door service | No hotel shuttle from AZA |
| Rental car | Planning multiple trips or flexibility | Self‑park is not available; hotel offers valet only |
Using Valley Metro light rail and local transit in Tempe
Valley Metro light rail (A Line) connects Sky Harbor to downtown Tempe; fares noted in dossier: single ride $2, day pass $4. The light rail stops closest to the hotel are 3rd St./Mill Ave. and 5th St./College Ave., both a short walk from The Westin Tempe.
The Tempe Streetcar and local bus network also serve downtown; the streetcar links with the light rail at Mill Ave/3rd St. Streetcar fare is listed as $1 in the dossier. Check Valley Metro schedules and service alerts the day you travel.
- Light rail fare: $2 single ride / $4 day pass (confirm current fares)
- Streetcar fare: $1 (short local link to Mill Avenue)
- Stations to use: 3rd St./Mill Ave. or 5th St./College Ave. for nearest access to the hotel
| Transit | Typical fare | Where to exit |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Metro A Line (light rail) | $2 single / $4 day pass | 3rd St./Mill Ave. or 5th St./College Ave. |
| Valley Metro Streetcar | $1 | Mill Ave/3rd St. connection to light rail |
Arriving by car or rental and hotel parking info
If you drive or rent a car, use the hotel address (11 E SEVENTH STREET, Tempe, AZ 85281) for GPS. The Westin Tempe provides valet parking only; a daily fee applies and there are height restrictions for vehicles. The hotel accepts major credit cards and is a cashless property.
If you plan to use a rental car for day trips (for example Sedona or the Grand Canyon), factor valet procedures into arrival and departure times. For large parties or events, contact the hotel ahead of time about vehicle access and curbside drop‑off.
- Valet parking only — fees and height limits apply (confirm on arrival)
- Hotel is cashless — major credit cards and contactless payments accepted
- Use the hotel address for GPS: 11 E SEVENTH STREET, Tempe, AZ 85281
| Need | Hotel practice |
|---|---|
| Parking | Valet only; daily fee |
| Payment | Cashless — credit cards/contactless accepted |
Practical tips for arrivals and timing
From PHX allow extra time for baggage claim and rideshare/taxi waits; from AZA plan for a longer drive and possible peak‑hour traffic. If you arrive by light rail, check the latest Valley Metro schedules — frequency varies by time and day.
If you have a late arrival, the hotel front desk is open 24 hours. If you need accessible transport or assistance with luggage, mention this when you request a taxi or rideshare or call the 24‑hour front desk for help.
- Confirm Valley Metro hours and frequency the morning you travel
- Call the 24‑hour front desk if you need arrival assistance (+1 (888) 605-1350 for BookResorts agents)
- No hotel airport shuttle — plan taxi/rideshare or public transit in advance
| Situation | Advice |
|---|---|
| Late night arrival | Use rideshare/taxi; front desk open 24 hours |
| Accessible needs | Request assistance when booking transport or call front desk |
