
The Westin Tempe
Best for downtown access, Arizona State University events, and a compact rooftop-pool scene.
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The Westin Tempe is an 18-story Marriott in downtown Tempe with a rooftop infinity pool and direct access to ASU and Mill Avenue; read this if you want walkable nightlife, university events, or a skyline rooftop scene. Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort is a large 4.5-star Scottsdale resort with extensive pools, a spa, and full-service resort amenities; read this if you prefer a resort-style stay with multiple pools, leisure programming, and big meeting facilities.
Updated · about 18 km apart

Best for downtown access, Arizona State University events, and a compact rooftop-pool scene.

Best for full-service resort amenities — lots of pools, a spa, and extensive meeting and event space.
When The Westin Tempe wins: choose The Westin if you want to be in the heart of downtown Tempe, within easy walking distance of Mill Avenue and ASU, and prefer a hotel with a dramatic 18th-floor infinity pool and rooftop bar.
When Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort wins: choose the Grand Hyatt for a classic resort stay in Scottsdale with many outdoor pools, a full-service spa, on-site recreation (tennis, golf lessons nearby), and much larger meeting and event facilities.
Bottom line: pick The Westin Tempe for location, nightlife access, and a rooftop atmosphere; pick Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort when you want resort-scale recreation, spa services, and multiple pools for family or conference stays.
| Category | The Westin Tempe | Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Urban, downtown hotel focused on rooftop leisure and walkable access to ASU/Mill Ave. | Resort complex with broad leisure and meeting amenities, family-friendly pool programming. |
| Location | 11 E SEVENTH STREET, Tempe — steps from Arizona State University and Mill Avenue. | 7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale (Gainey Ranch) — set in Scottsdale near golf and attractions. |
| Size | 290 guestrooms across an 18-story tower. | 496 guestrooms; large resort footprint with many outdoor amenities. |
| Ages / audience | All ages welcome; family- and pet-friendly (dogs up to 75 lbs). | All ages welcome; family-friendly resort with children’s pool and programming. |
| Pools & signature amenity | Skysill — 18th-floor rooftop infinity pool with hot tub, daybeds, and rooftop bar service. | Ten outdoor pools, waterslide, 2 hot tubs, poolside bars — a true pool complex. |
| Restaurants & bars | Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits (Southwestern), Skysill Rooftop Lounge, Cup of Joe Market Café. | 4 restaurants, 4 bars/lounges, 2 poolside bars, plus a coffee shop and room service. |
| Wellness & spa | No full-service spa on site; 24/7 Westin WORKOUT fitness studio with Peloton bikes. | Full-service spa with treatments, plus a hair salon and health club. |
| Meetings & events | About 21,000+ sq ft and 13 meeting/event rooms, rooftop event spaces for weddings. | About 90,000 sq ft conference center with 48 meeting rooms — geared for large conferences. |
| Parking & transport | Valet only (fee); close to light rail and walking destinations; no airport shuttle. | Self parking and valet available (fees); further from central Phoenix attractions. |
| Known for | Rooftop infinity pool and downtown/ASU access. | Multiple pools, spa treatments, and large meeting/resort infrastructure. |
The Westin Tempe sits on 11 E Seventh Street within walking distance of Arizona State University and the Mill Avenue District.
Choose The Westin for immediate access to university events, nightlife, and a walkable downtown.
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort is located in Scottsdale’s Gainey Ranch neighborhood and sits farther from central Phoenix than downtown Tempe.
Choose the Grand Hyatt when you want a resort location close to Scottsdale attractions and golf, not downtown walking access.
The Westin Tempe has 290 guestrooms and suites in a mostly vertical downtown hotel layout.
Choose The Westin for compact, high-floor city views and suite options for families or events.
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort offers a broad range of room types, casitas, and suites across a large low-rise resort footprint.
Choose the Grand Hyatt for more room-type variety and ground-floor casitas or patio options.
The Westin Tempe focuses on three on-site outlets serving Southwestern cuisine, rooftop cocktails, and coffee.
Choose The Westin if you value a strong downtown dining base and a rooftop cocktail scene.
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort has multiple dining outlets and bars across the property, suitable for full resort stays.
Choose the Grand Hyatt for more on-site dining variety and poolside food/drink options throughout the day.
The Westin Tempe’s standout amenity is Skysill, an 18th-floor rooftop infinity pool with views and an adjoining lounge.
Choose The Westin for a dramatic rooftop pool experience and easy access to downtown entertainment.
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort is built around a large outdoor pool complex and resort recreation.
Choose the Grand Hyatt for a resort stay where pools are a primary reason to book.
The Westin Tempe emphasizes fitness and an urban rooftop nightlife option rather than a full-service spa.
Choose The Westin if on-site fitness and rooftop evening socializing are priorities over spa treatments.
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort includes a full-service spa and heavier leisure programming.
Choose the Grand Hyatt for spa services and a wider set of on-site leisure and wellness options.

The Westin Tempe — walk to ASU, Mill Avenue, and event venues; ideal for concert, game, and university visits.

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort — multiple pools, waterslide, and family-friendly pool areas make it better for pool-focused stays.

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort — around 90,000 sq ft of conference space and 48 meeting rooms for big conventions and weddings.

The Westin Tempe — Skysill Rooftop Lounge and the 18th-floor infinity pool offer a compact evening scene with skyline views.
The Westin Tempe — it’s a short walk to ASU and close to Mill Avenue, making it the practical choice for game days and campus events.
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort has a full-service spa. The Westin Tempe does not list a dedicated on-site spa; rooms have spa-inspired bathrooms and the property has a 24/7 fitness studio.
Yes. Both welcome families. Grand Hyatt offers many pools and family programming; The Westin is family- and pet-friendly with a rooftop pool and downtown access.
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort — it offers substantially larger meeting facilities (about 90,000 sq ft and 48 meeting rooms) compared with The Westin Tempe’s roughly 21,000+ sq ft and a smaller set of event rooms.
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