RoRo Reverie

A sun-soaked courtyard pool sits at the heart of this downtown Phoenix apartment, and from your private balcony you're looking right down over it – a nice perk after a long day exploring Roosevelt Row Arts District. The on-site gym is open around the clock, so early risers and late-night lifters are equally well served. Pets are welcome, the kitchen is set up for proper cooking, and there's in-unit laundry for flexible stays. It's a practical, comfortable base with a resort-like outdoor centrepiece – in one of Phoenix's most creative and walkable neighbourhoods.

Home truths:
* The check-in process here involves multiple steps – you'll need to verify your identity, sign a short-term rental agreement outside the booking platform, and use several codes to access the building and apartment.
* Once your booking is confirmed, your host will send you details on how to pay the security deposit.
* Several guests have found the building layout tricky to navigate at first – it can feel like a maze until you get your bearings. You'll find your way around quickly once you've done it once.
* Street parking is available nearby at no extra cost, though a few guests have found the parking instructions and designated spots unclear on arrival.
* At full occupancy, one guest will sleep on the sofa bed in the living area and another on a fold-up bed.
* You'll have access to the on-site gym and pool here. They're shared with the building's other residents