The Red Roof Inn Phoenix - Midtown is a hotel that receives mixed feedback primarily due to its location, which is consistently described as being in a bad area with many homeless people nearby, making guests uncomfortable walking around at night. However, the property itself is noted for providing a sense of safety with 24-hour security, a gated parking area that requires a key, and a clean, quiet inside grounds. The rooms are generally reported as clean, bug-free, and smelling amazing, often equipped with a mini fridge and microwave. Staff are highlighted as nice, helpful, smiling, accommodating, and awesome, making guests feel welcomed and safe. The hotel is also pet-friendly and accepts cash payments with no deposit. While the surrounding area is considered abysmal, the hotel itself is seen as decent for the price, exceeding expectations with its cleanliness, lack of noise, and helpful service. Guests strongly advise staying inside after dark.