I enjoy staying at Residence Inns since it reminds me of a large comfortable studio apartment instead of a typical hotel room. I've been to Residence Inns in Houston, Beverly Hills, and Midtown Manhattan.
This particular Residence Inn in Paradise Alley is ideal location-wise. Its located alongside Scottsdale Road and close to everything - all the restaurants we booked were easily within 10-15 minutes and you're only 20-30 minutes from awesome hiking. Huge parking lot.
The hotel however, has some gaps compared to other branches I've been to:
1. The gym has dumbbells and three machines in one very cramped room, but no bench and not even yoga mats!
2. Bathroom shower was very powerful but the toilet has a weak flush. No body lotion nor shower cap provided.
3. Charging for bottled water? No thanks - I will refill at the gym's water fountain.
On the plus side, the hotel does have outdoor pool, jacuzzi, and half court basketball court.