Desert Mountain Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit Desert Mountain
Things to do
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
£77
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
£25
per adult
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
£158
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
£37
per adult
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
£13
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Desert Mountain
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
5350 E Marriott Dr Phoenix AZ
The price is £278 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£278
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"The room was nice but you could see a couple damages . There was no breakfast … Pool side food was good but very expensive!"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort
7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd Scottsdale AZ
The price is £198 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
£198
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 10 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Never fails! Always a wonderful experience and this last visit, my small pooch was welcomed as well! I stayed during the July 4th long weekend. From the band to the amazing fireworks, it was a wonderful experience."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
7575 E Princess Drive Scottsdale AZ
The price is £229 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£229
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy 6 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"From the moment we arrived, the hospitality was truly above and beyond. The staff made us feel welcome and went out of their way to ensure we had an incredible stay.(see picture) The resort is absolutely beautiful, with spotless, well-maintained rooms and excellent amenities. One of the biggest perks ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton
34631 N Tom Darlington Dr Scottsdale AZ
The price is £152 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£152
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"This resort is pure heaven. We stayed here for two nights and found the staff to be gracious and more than helpful. They bent over backwards to help us feel welcome and at home. Really nice feature, especially in the month of July, is that the pool is open 24 hours! I’ve never been to a resort that ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Sonesta Suites Scottsdale Gainey Ranch
7300 E Gainey Suites Dr Scottsdale AZ
The price is £105 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£105
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,044 reviews)
"This is a nice resort hotel that I assume was a lot cheaper since it was summer in Scottsdale. The pool courtyard is very nice, and the breakfast had a lot of variety. A very good experience overall."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Hyatt Place North Scottsdale
18513 NORTH SCOTTSDALE ROAD Scottsdale AZ
The price is £64 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£64
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,142 reviews)
"Friendly & welcoming staff, great breakfast, clean rooms & convenient location. We loved our stay!"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Desert Mountain
Find the best Desert Mountain areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Rio Verde Foothills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rio Verde Foothills and surrounding area, you can visit Tom's Thumb Trail and Golf Club Scottsdale.
Downtown Phoenix
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Phoenix. You can visit top attractions like Chase Field and Mortgage Matchup Center, and jump on the metro at 12th Street - Jefferson Station or 12th Street - Washington Station to see more of the city.
Old Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Scottsdale Fashion Square – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Camelback East
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Camelback East. Spend some time visiting top spots like Biltmore Fashion Park, and catch the metro at 44th Street - Washington Station or 50th Street Station to see more of the area.
The Islands
The Islands might not have many top sights, but Hale Centre Theatre and Chandler Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
