Honeymoon stays at The Westin Tempe: what works and what to ask
The Westin Tempe can work well for a honeymoon if you want downtown convenience, a high-rise rooftop pool and an 18th-floor lounge for sunset drinks. Choose an Executive Suite for more privacy and space, or a Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed for a simpler skyline view; ask about pool access rules, in-room Wi‑Fi fees, and any romantic add-ons when you book.
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Which rooms suit a honeymoon?
For extra space and a separate sitting area, the Executive Suite, with Sofa bed is the best pick listed for couples — it includes a king bed plus a double sofa bed and larger living space. The Executive Suite options include layouts with and without a tub; if a soaking tub matters, ask which Executive Suite variant you’re getting.
If you prefer a single-room layout with a mountain or city view, the Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View offers 377 sq. ft. and a clear mountain-facing outlook. The Traditional Room is another option if you want a standard guestroom.
- Executive Suite, with Sofa bed — more living space and sofa bed; two layout variants exist (one lists a tub). Photo: 19
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View — compact option with mountain views. Photo: 50
- Traditional Room — standard guestroom choice; may be offered with king or two queen beds
| Room type | Why pick it |
|---|---|
| Executive Suite, with Sofa bed | Separate living area, best for privacy and room to spread out |
| Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Smaller, mountain or skyline views; good if you want a view without a suite price |
| Traditional Room | Basic choice; check bed type when booking (King or 2 Queen Beds) |
Rooftop pool and Skysill Rooftop Lounge — timing and vibe
Skysill on the 18th floor combines the rooftop infinity pool with an open-air bar and is the hotel’s main romantic public space for sunsets and views. Pool hours are posted as Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–10:00 PM and Friday–Sunday 8:00 AM–12:00 AM (weather permitting), while Skysill’s bar hours are roughly 11:00 AM–10:00 PM Mon–Thu/Sun and 11:00 AM–12:00 AM Fri–Sat.
Skysill is family-friendly during daytime pool hours but typically becomes 21+ in the evening for lounge events; bring ID if you plan on evening drinks or special events.
- Pool amenities: infinity pool, hot tub, cushioned lounge chairs, daybeds, cabana/daybed rentals and drink service
- Evening 21+ policy at Skysill during lounge hours and special events — valid government ID required
- Pool availability can be weather dependent; check current hours with the hotel on arrival
| Service | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Rooftop pool (Skysill area) | Mon–Thu 8:00 AM–10:00 PM; Fri–Sun 8:00 AM–12:00 AM (weather permitting) |
| Skysill Rooftop Lounge (bar) | Mon–Thu & Sun 11:00 AM–10:00 PM; Fri–Sat 11:00 AM–12:00 AM |
| Skysill Happy Hour | Monday–Thursday evenings (check with venue for current times) |
Dining for romantic meals
Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits is the on-site Southwestern restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with locally influenced dishes; reservations are recommended for evenings and the restaurant accepts online bookings. For coffee or a casual start to the day, Cup of Joe Market Café serves Starbucks beverages and grab-and-go items.
If you plan a rooftop dinner or sunset cocktails, Skysill serves handcrafted cocktails and opens earlier in the day for poolside dining; check dress guidance for evening hours as the lounge shifts to a more elevated look after dark.
- Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits hours: breakfast roughly 6:00 AM–10:30 AM; all-day service around 11:00 AM–10:00 PM (confirm current times when you arrive)
- Cup of Joe Market Café: Starbucks and snacks, typically open 6:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Skysill Rooftop Lounge: cocktails and poolside service; evening dress is more elevated
| Venue | Best for |
|---|---|
| Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits | Sit-down Southwestern dinner or hotel breakfast |
| Skysill Rooftop Lounge | Sunset cocktails, poolside bites |
| Cup of Joe Market Café | Coffee and quick grab-and-go breakfast |
Practical questions to ask before you book
Confirm any fees and policies that affect a honeymoon budget or experience: destination/resort fee, valet parking costs (and vehicle height restrictions), in-room Wi‑Fi daily fees for non–Marriott Bonvoy members, and the pet fee if you plan to travel with a dog.
Ask about room location, view and bathroom features when you reserve (for example, which Executive Suite includes a tub). Also verify whether the property can arrange romantic extras — the hotel’s site does not list standard romantic packages, so request availability and pricing at booking.
- Destination/resort fee — confirm current nightly amount at booking
- Valet parking only; daily fee applies and rates can surge during major events
- In-room Wi‑Fi may carry a daily fee unless you have Marriott Bonvoy status
- Confirm whether your chosen Executive Suite variant includes a tub or other bathroom features
| Ask about | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Room layout & tub vs. shower | Some suites explicitly list a tub; that affects bath-time plans |
| Pool & lounge evening age rules | Skysill is 21+ in the evening for lounge events |
| Fees (parking, destination fee, in-room Wi‑Fi) | These add to the nightly cost and vary by date/event |
Getting around and nearby activities for couples
The hotel is at 11 E Seventh Street in downtown Tempe, a short walk to Mill Avenue District and a 3-minute walk to Arizona State University’s Tempe campus. Tempe Town Lake, ASU’s venues, and nightlife on Mill Avenue are all walkable or a short rideshare away.
For day trips, Sedona (about a 2-hour drive) and the Grand Canyon (roughly a 4-hour drive) are commonly visited destinations from Tempe; for local outdoor activity, check the weather and plan early or evening outings in summer because daytime highs can be very hot.
- Mill Avenue District — walk to shops, restaurants and nightlife in minutes
- Tempe Town Lake — about 0.8 miles for kayaking and lakefront paths
- Light rail and streetcar nearby — options to reach Phoenix and the airport
| Nearby spot | Approximate walk/drive |
|---|---|
| Arizona State University | About a 3-minute walk |
| Mill Avenue District | About a 1-minute walk |
| Tempe Town Lake | About a 10-minute walk |
Accessibility, wellness and what’s not on-site
The Westin Tempe offers accessible entrances, an accessible pool entrance with a pool hoist, and accessible pathways to the fitness center and public areas. The front desk is open 24 hours if you need assistance during your stay.
The property does not have a full-service on-site spa; rooms have spa-inspired bathrooms with rain showers. The fitness studio is open 24/7 and includes Peloton bikes, which can be helpful if you both want to keep up an exercise routine while traveling.
- Accessible pool entry and pool hoist available — ask staff for assistance
- No dedicated full-service spa on property — book outside treatments if needed
- Westin WORKOUT Fitness Studio is open 24/7 and complimentary for guests
| Service | On-site? |
|---|---|
| Full-service spa | No |
| 24/7 fitness center (Peloton bikes) | Yes |
| Accessible pool entry | Yes |
