Things to do near The Westin Tempe: walking-distance highlights
The Westin Tempe sits at 11 E SEVENTH STREET in downtown Tempe within easy walking distance of Arizona State University and the Mill Avenue District. Walking highlights include the hotel’s 18th‑floor Skysill rooftop pool and lounge, on‑site dining at Terra Tempe and Cup of Joe Market Café, plus short walks to Tempe Town Lake, ASU performance venues, and A Mountain.
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Hotel arrival & lobby basics
The Westin Tempe’s street address is 11 E SEVENTH STREET, Tempe, Arizona, 85281; the front desk is open 24 hours a day. Check‑in begins at 4:00 PM and check‑out is until 11:00 AM; guests must present a photo ID and credit card at check‑in.
On arrival you’ll find valet parking only (subject to posted daily fees and height restrictions). The property is cashless and accepts major credit cards and contactless payments. For direct help, BookResorts agents are reachable 24/7 at +1 (888) 605-1350.
- 24‑hour front desk
- Valet parking only (fee applies)
- Cashless payments only
| Service | Note |
|---|---|
| Check‑in / Check‑out | 4:00 PM / 11:00 AM |
| Front desk | Open 24 hours |
| Hotel phone (BookResorts agents) | +1 (888) 605-1350 |
Skysill rooftop pool & lounge (18th floor)
Skysill is the hotel’s rooftop infinity pool area on the 18th floor with panoramic views of Camelback Mountain, ASU Stadium, and downtown Tempe. The pool area includes a hot tub, cushioned lounge chairs, day beds and rentable cabanas; food and drink service is available from the adjoining bar.
Skysill Rooftop Lounge is open for daytime dining and pool access to all ages, and it becomes a 21+ venue in the evening and for some events. Reservations are accepted but walk‑ins are also possible.
- Rooftop pool features: hot tub, lounge chairs, day beds, cabanas
- Evening age policy: 21+ for lounge hours/events
- Pool and bar service from Skysill Rooftop Lounge
| Hours (weather permitting) | Notes |
|---|---|
| Mon–Thu: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Daytime and evening access |
| Fri–Sun: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM | Later weekend hours |
On‑site dining: Terra Tempe, Skysill and Cup of Joe
Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits (ground floor) serves Southwestern‑influenced breakfast, lunch and dinner, with locally sourced ingredients, handcrafted cocktails and a smart casual dress expectation for dinner. Typical Terra Tempe hours cover early breakfast and all‑day lunch/dinner service.
Cup of Joe Market Café serves Starbucks coffee and grab‑and‑go snacks; its hours are earlier in the day for guests heading out. For rooftop drinks and sunset views, Skysill Rooftop Lounge serves handcrafted cocktails and accepts reservations or walk‑ins.
- Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits: breakfast, lunch, dinner (reservation recommended)
- Cup of Joe Market Café: Starbucks, quick bites (early morning hours)
- Skysill Rooftop Lounge: rooftop cocktails and pool service
| Venue | Typical service hours |
|---|---|
| Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits | Breakfast + All‑day (approx. 6:00 AM–10:00 PM) |
| Cup of Joe Market Café | Approx. 6:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Skysill Rooftop Lounge | Approx. 11:00 AM–10:00 PM (Fri–Sat until midnight) |
Walkable spots: ASU, Mill Avenue & performance venues
The Westin Tempe is a very short walk to Arizona State University—about a 3‑minute walk to parts of campus—and is described as steps from the Mill Avenue District, a compact area of dining, shopping and nightlife. Mill Avenue and ASU make the hotel a practical base for campus visits and campus‑adjacent restaurants.
Nearby performance venues within a roughly 10‑minute walk include ASU Gammage (the Frank Lloyd Wright–designed performing arts center) and Desert Financial Arena. These walking distances make the hotel convenient for theater, concerts and university events.
- Arizona State University — ~3 minutes on foot
- Mill Avenue District — shops, bars and restaurants within a few blocks
- ASU Gammage and Desert Financial Arena — about 10 minutes’ walk
| Destination | Walking estimate |
|---|---|
| ASU campus | ~3 minutes |
| Mill Avenue District | ~1 minute (short walk) |
| ASU Gammage / Desert Financial Arena | ~10 minutes |
Outdoors nearby: Tempe Town Lake and 'A' Mountain
Tempe Town Lake offers a lakefront path, a Beach Park area for kayaking and paddleboarding, and general waterfront walking; it’s listed at roughly 0.8 miles from the hotel. The lake is the closest water‑recreation spot in the area.
'A' Mountain (Tempe Butte) is a short urban hike that provides valley views and a 60‑foot gold letter A near the summit; it’s about 0.4 miles from the hotel and a common short outing for guests who want a quick hike or photo spot.
- Tempe Town Lake — ~0.8 miles, lakefront path and Beach Park water activities
- 'A' Mountain (Tempe Butte) — ~0.4 miles, short uphill walk with valley views
| Outdoor spot | Distance from hotel |
|---|---|
| 'A' Mountain (Tempe Butte) | About 0.4 miles |
| Tempe Town Lake (Beach Park) | About 0.8 miles |
Rooms, suites and where to relax in‑room
Room options include Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View; Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View; Traditional Room (available with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds); and accessible Traditional Room (, Transfer Shower) with 2 Queen Beds. Larger options include Executive Suite, with Sofa bed and an Executive Suite, with Sofa bed (, Tub).
Guest bathrooms are described as spa‑inspired with rain showers; the property does not have a full‑service on‑site spa. If you want extra space for meetings or small gatherings, the Executive Suite living/dining areas are larger and include sofa beds for extra guests.
- Room names to note: Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View; Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View; Traditional Room; Executive Suite, with Sofa bed
- Bathrooms: spa‑inspired showers (no full spa on property)
- Suites: Executive Suite living area can serve as a place to relax or work
| Room type examples | Features |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | King bed, mountain view, seating (listed at 377 sq. ft.) |
| Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View | Two queen beds, mountain view (listed at 393 sq. ft.) |
| Executive Suite, with Sofa bed | King bed + double sofa bed; larger living area |
