Your stay — Pure Midtown
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Community Church of Hope (351 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Central Presbyterian Church (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: All Nations Baptist Church (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Asbury United Methodist Church (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Lyceum Park — 902 m · ~11 min walk
Amphitheatre — 778 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Chase — 968 m · ~12 min walk
Walgreens — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
7-Eleven — 295 m · ~4 min walk
Indian School/Central Ave — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →US Dollar, USD
ATMs at banks give the best rate; avoid airport exchange counters and tourist-area bureaux that charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) work in most shops and restaurants. Small cash-only stalls exist at some markets.
15-20% in restaurants for sit-down service; $1-2 per drink at bars; $2-3 for hotel porters; $2-5 for housekeeping per night; 10-15% for taxis/rideshare.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee or espresso at a local cafe or chain: around $2.50-3.50.
A burrito or deli sandwich from a taqueria or sub shop: about $8-11.
A main course at a casual Mexican or diner: roughly $12-16.
Food trucks and taco stands are common along Central Avenue and near the 7th Street corridor; check for weekday lunch trucks.
Fry's and Walmart are the main budget supermarkets; for basics, Aldi is nearby.
Marshalls, TJ Maxx, and Ross stores for discount clothing; thrift stores along Indian School Road.
Valley Metro bus day pass $4; light rail single ride $2. From PHX airport, take Valley Metro Route 13 or a quick rideshare ($8-12) to 85013.
Buy a day pass for Valley Metro instead of single rides; hit happy hour (4-6pm) at bars for half-price appetisers; fill water bottles from tap (local water is safe and good).
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Phoenix, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Pure Midtown
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Chase — 968 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Walgreens — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
PHX Airport Terminal 4 (bus stop at 44th St & Sky Harbor Blvd) → Budget Suites of America (use stop nearest your location, e.g., 27th Ave & Camelback)
💡 Buy a Valley Metro card from the airport's convenience store (opens 6am). The ride is slow but dirt cheap. Avoid during Phoenix summer afternoons unless you enjoy a sweat bath.
44th St & Washington St (free shuttle from PHX Airport Terminal 4 to this station) → Budget Suites of America (nearest stop: Central Ave & Camelback Rd or 19th Ave & Camelback, depending on location)
💡 The free shuttle 'PHX Sky Train' connects the airport to the light rail station. This is the fastest public transit option. Get off at 'Central & Camelback' for the Budget Suites on 19th Ave, then it's a 10-minute walk or short bus ride.
PHX Airport (via Sky Train to 44th St Station) → Budget Suites of America (any location, using bus transfer after light rail)
💡 Use the app 'Valley Metro Trip Planner' for real-time connections. The light rail + bus combo is the cheapest way to reach the Budget Suites near I-17 but add 20 minutes for waiting. Never rely on it for late-night arrivals.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) → Budget Suites of America (multiple locations, assume central Phoenix near I-17)
💡 Flag down a taxi at the airport's designated taxi stands outside baggage claim. Confirm the fare upfront; flat rates apply to most hotels within city limits. Surcharges after 10pm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Pure Midtown?
Check-in at Pure Midtown is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Pure Midtown?
A burrito or deli sandwich from a taqueria or sub shop: about $8-11.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pure Midtown?
Valley Metro bus day pass $4; light rail single ride $2. From PHX airport, take Valley Metro Route 13 or a quick rideshare ($8-12) to 85013.
Top Attractions in Phoenix
💡 Free guided tours at 10am and 2pm weekdays—ask about the secret tunnel to the adjacent building. Allow 1 hour. Close to the Capitol, the Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza has a free outdoor memorial with a real Apollo lunar module replica.
💡 Go at sunrise to beat heat and crowds. Bring more water than you think you need—at least a litre per person, more in summer. No shade on the trail.
💡 Drive to Dobbins Lookout for sunset—free and spectacular. For a short hike, try Mormon Trail from the main lot: 2 miles each way, moderate effort, fewer people than Camelback.
💡 Free admission on First Friday (6pm–10pm) and every Sunday for Arizona residents. Otherwise, £14. Allow 2–3 hours. The café serves good fry bread.
💡 First Tuesday of each month is free from 8am to 10am (limited tickets, arrive early). Otherwise, admission is £18. Go late afternoon when the light turns the cacti gold.