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.
Mayo Clinic Hospital
If Mayo Clinic Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Phoenix.
Desert Ridge Marketplace
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Desert Ridge Marketplace during your trip to Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Reach 11 Sports Complex
Enjoy the desert landscapes and explore Reach 11 Sports Complex, a lovely green space in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Wildfire Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Phoenix at Wildfire Golf Club. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Sunrise Sonoran Desert Hot Air Balloon Ride from Phoenix
Phoenix area Hot Air Balloon Ride on the Largest Balloon in USA
Arizona Desert Guided E-Bike Adventure
Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest
Phoenix Afternoon Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Charcuterie
1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour
Top hotels in Desert Ridge
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Wonderful and friendly staff - traveled with family. Plenty for the kids to do and good food
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Great experience! Rooms were clean nice and big. The hotel was stunning, they have a variety of pools around the resort. The hotel was just beautiful and staff was nice and every time you request something in less then 5 minutes they will nock on your door. Wes are so happy that we chose Hilton Tapatio ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Talking Stick Resort
Everything was perfect. The staff and all service was top notch! We will be back again.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport - PHX by IHG
Very clean hotel Staff are very helpful. Location next to the airport and the included shuttle service and ability to leave your car at the hotel is excellent! Small bar at the back means you don't have to wander around Phoenix if you want a late evening brew!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport North
Great location, the hotel was close to everything we wanted to do during our trip. We were surprised at how quiet the hotel was given its proximity to the airport. The hotel was very clean and the staff friendly and helpful. The condition of the furniture in our room was a little worn (functional, ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Scottsdale Parkview Resort
Pros: Staff was nice Checking in and out was easy Room and bathroom was clean Cons: “resort” is a loose word my opinion it was more like an old motel, turned into resort, but needed to be updated. Everything was clean, but definitely outdated. It’s 2 levels and there is no elevator so if you’re on ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Desert Ridge
Kierland
When in Kierland, you can plan a visit to Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Paradise Valley Village
While visiting Paradise Valley Village, you might make a stop by sights like Kierland Commons and Orange Tree Golf Course.
Desert View Village
While visiting Desert View Village, you might make a stop by sights like Reach 11 Sports Complex and Desert Ridge Marketplace.
Paradise Valley Village
If you're spending some time in Paradise Valley Village, Stonecreek Golf Club and Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse 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.
