Located in North Phoenix, a neighborhood in Phoenix, Ocotillo Apartments at Bell is in the suburbs. Happy Valley Towne Centre and Desert Ridge Marketplace are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Camelback Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at State Farm Stadium or Peoria Sports Complex. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Phoenix travel guide
1711 W Bell Road, Phoenix, AZ, 85023
What's nearby
Castles N' Coasters
10 min drive - 5.2 miles
Cave Creek Golf Course
6 min drive - 1.9 miles
Mountain View Tennis Center
7 min drive - 2.6 miles
Adobe Dam Regional Park
8 min drive - 6.1 miles
Happy Valley Towne Centre
9 min drive - 7.3 miles
Getting around
19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station
10 min drive
Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT)
13 min drive
Restaurants
Dutch Bros Coffee
2 min drive
Circle K
2 min drive
McDonald's
7 min walk
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
3 min drive
Circle K
3 min drive
About this property
Ocotillo Apartments at Bell
Hotel near Happy Valley Towne Centre
Ocotillo Apartments at Bell provides a business center and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
Access to a nearby health club, express check-out, and a gift shop
Smoke-free premises
Room features
All 154 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi.
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.
Is Ocotillo Apartments at Bell pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Ocotillo Apartments at Bell?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20.00 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Ocotillo Apartments at Bell?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).
Where is Ocotillo Apartments at Bell located?
Located in North Phoenix, this hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Cave Creek Golf Course and within 6 mi (10 km) of HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center and Lookout Mountain Golf Club. Shadow Mountain Preserve and Arizona State University-West Campus are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Ocotillo Apartments at Bell Reviews
5.6
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Clean room and very helpful staff. Lack of amenities, homeless people outside the gate. Basic room with bathroom and bed. Nothing spectacular, low price for low quality.
Our first room experience was disappointing due to cigarettes smelling and need the door knob need to be fix for safety. However, the costumer service was excellent. The staff quickly addressed our concerns and moved us to a much nicer room. Their prompt action turned a negative experience into a positive one
It’s great for the price room came with refrigerator and microwave and it was very clean. It’s a basic room but if you’re in town to go explore and you’re just sleeping there, it’s a great deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Dale
Nov 9, 2025
Disliked: Staff & service
Decent place if I needed to stay somewhere in Phoenix for cheap. I would think about staying there again. Keep in mind that they want a cash deposit. Air conditioner is effective, I only question the last time they changed the filter. For the price I have to admit the place was very clean and had a nice smell.
The hotel did not feel family-friendly or safe. There was no visible security on the premises, and I noticed people who appeared to be intoxicated/drug-affected staying or loitering around the property, which made the environment uncomfortable.
That said, the room was clean and the reception staff were polite and helpful. The main issue was the location, overall condition of the property, and the crowd—overall it felt unsafe.
This place is very safe no getting in or out without security opening the gate for u. I have never had any problems here and have stayed at least a dozen times. Staff are very nice and accommodating
The first room we were put into was trashed, but the staff was very accomodating and immediately moved us to a different room and everything is going well.
Read all review from other people, I have nothing to add but great. We book at luxury suite with 2 queen beds and got a deal of $80/night. The property was taken care regulary and neat/clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Thomas
Mar 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The facilities are definitely dated but the price was very reasonable. More importantly to me.... the room was clean and the staff were courteous and helpful. I would definitely recommend Ocotillo, especially if you are budget concious.
Clean and front desk is great ! I do like a Softer
bed . not complaining it's good bed ,just firm. and at a decent price. Hotels. com gave me lowest price plus 20%discount off..
The rooms were nice,clean and the areas was pretty love the nature vibe it was giving. But the few things I had an issue with was early check in fee was 20$ for each room. We weren’t told that when we called the hotel but found out right when we got there. Plus a 50$ deposit which was understandable but the early check in fee is just ridiculous honestly
Such a upgrade from what was then called victory! It's clean and regardless of the neighborhood it's secured
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nikolay
Dec 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Local residents told me sometime ago this apartment complex was referred to as the prison hotel. One can still notice why.
But now it’s under a new management, and for the hotel rooms you can see the rebranding: wifi is 400 kbps, bathroom renovated, clean beds, new quiet AC units. Plenty of parking spaces. Security (cameras everywhere and guard on duty 24/7). Pet friendly.
And at some point you realize that barbed wire and high fence is not for keeping you in but for keeping “them” out! :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Spencer
Feb 17, 2026
Ocotillo Apartments and Hotel is a unique hybrid property, part apartment and part hotel, just as the name suggests. If you go in understanding that it is a budget-friendly stay with minimal amenities, it delivers exactly that.
We stayed five days and were content with our choice. The room was simple but adequate with a comfortable bed, a couple of outlets, a microwave, and a fridge. It worked well for what we needed.
The bathroom included single-use shampoo and body lotion. It would be great to see the property keep its minimalist approach but add basic soap for washing hands and body. We were provided one roll of toilet paper initially and were able to get another at the front desk without issue.
Overall, the property is fine and works well if your expectations align with a no-frills, value-focused stay. Sharing this to help future guests set expectations in advance. There is also a standard $100 deposit required at check-in.
The security personnel was very accommodating and getting me checked in in the evening. The room had either crumbs or chips in the floor, there was a rather large hole between the door and the floor. The bedding looked as though as it was reused.