Desert Ridge Travel Guide
Phoenix
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Popular places to visit
Musical Instrument Museum
Discover the world’s largest collection of instruments along with audiovisual presentations, interactive displays and workshops.
Penske Racing Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Penske Racing Museum during your travels in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona State University
Walk around the campus of Arizona State University, a top university in Tempe. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the jogging trails.
Phoenix Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Phoenix Convention Center, a top convention centre in Phoenix. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Chase Field
Catch an event at Chase Field and enjoy other activities in Phoenix such as golfing.In the area, take in the acclaimed art galleries and desert landscapes.
Talking Stick Resort Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Talking Stick Resort Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Scottsdale? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Grand Canyon Ground Tour with Helicopter Flight
Arizona Desert Guided E-Bike Adventure
Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest
Sunrise Sonoran Desert Hot Air Balloon Ride from Phoenix
Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset
North Phoenix Floating Wellness Spa Experience in Scottsdale
Top hotels in Desert Ridge
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Five star resort with a great lazy river.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
Eclectic, great staff
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Construction noise constantly, alot of amenities closed, blood stains on the carpet, rock slide closed…..i can go on
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Talking Stick Resort
This was my 3rd time staying here and the place overall was as good as expected. The new pool area was a great addition as it wasn’t there on my previous stays. Onsite food and beverages checked all the boxes. The only downside was that the main pool was closed for scheduled maintenance on our last ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Overall good spot, it seemed a bunch of repairs were going on with part of the waterfalls. My “falls view” room was not as expected. The staff at the pool cafe were really great, Jewel was very friendly and nice! Check in and out was a breeze The beds were hard tho so sleep wasn’t as easy to get
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
The health club gym is pretty run down with older equipment from the 1990's. The weight room was being painted while I was there for the week. I spent over $3,100 to stay their for 8 nights so would have expected perks from the Hotel.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Desert Ridge
Paradise Valley Village
While visiting Paradise Valley Village, you might make a stop by sights like Kierland Commons and Ahavas Torah: The Scottsdale Torah Center.
Paradise Valley Village
If you're spending some time in Paradise Valley Village, Shadow Mountain Preserve and Stonecreek Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
North Phoenix
While you're in North Phoenix, take in top sights like Reach 11 Sports Complex and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.
Deer Valley
Deer Valley is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Happy Valley Towne Centre and Bowlero Union Hills while you're in town.
Central Scottsdale
If you're spending some time in Central Scottsdale, Scottsdale Ranch Park and Cactus Park are top sights worth seeing.
Pinnacle Peak
While visiting Pinnacle Peak, you might make a stop by sights like Troon North Golf Club and Boulders Golf Club.
