Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa - Glendale, AZ

The Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa is located in Glendale Arizona, about 15 minutes slightly northwest of Phoenix.

The hotel is located next to Jobing.com Arena, home of the Phoenix Coyotes, and is within walking distance of University of Phoenix Stadium.  Also located next to the hotel is the Westgate Entertainment District, and across the street are the TangerOutlets.

The hotel is very centrally located if one is interested in sporting events or concerts, shopping, entertainment and dining.

Upon entering the hotel, the lobby is open and spacious.  The front desk area is situated in a semi-circular pattern.

The Front Desk Agent was friendly, and explained most Marriott Platinum Premier benefits.  I was informed that the Lounge was closed on the weekends, so I would have access to the Breakfast Buffet.  Although the voucher indicated that it was good for a Continental Breakfast for two, I was ensured that it was good the entire buffet and omelet station.

King Corner Suite

I was upgraded to a King Corner Suite, which was a nice surprise.  Unfortunately it was on the second floor and views were less than ideal, as the view from the bedroom was the roof and wall, while the view from the living room was of the roof and part of the entertainment complex.

Living Room

Living Room

Living Room

Upon entering the room, you immediately enter the living room which has a sofa, desk, TV, chair and small dining table for two.

Wt Bar Area

There is also a microwave oven, refrigerator, wet bar area and coffee maker.

There is a door that separates the living room from the bedroom, which is great for privacy and noise insulation.

Sink

Jacuzzi Tub

Toilet

The bathroom is huge with a Jacuzzi tub, separate shower and toilet.  There is only a single sink with limited counter space which is a slight drawback.  From the Jacuzzi tub, you can have a view into the bedroom or the option of closing the sliding door.  Water pressure and temperature were both excellent.

Bed

View From Bedroom

Lounge Chair

Desk & TV

The bedroom is also very spacious and has a large dresser, another desk and lounge chair.  The bed and pillows are very comfortable.

View From Bedroom

View From Living Room

As previously mentioned, the views from the room were less than desirable.

Wifi is fast and reliable.

There is only one thermostat in the room, which doesn’t allow the entire room to cool down quickly.  Also, if you like your room cool, especially during the summer, then you will be slightly disappointed.

Service was friendly overall.  I was given a late check-out of 2 PM even though there was a football game on the day of check-out.  There is a $10 parking charge for self-parking, which is a little high considering the hotel has a suburban location.  The Front Desk Agent comped parking at check-out; don’t know if that is the normal practice for Platinum members.

Given the entertainment, shopping and dining choices all within walking distance, I would not hesitate to stay here again.