Desert Ridge Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Stay near popular Desert Ridge attractions

A museum exhibit with traditional musical instruments, including a large drum and a stringed instrument on display.

Musical Instrument Museum

8.2/10 (43 reviews)
Discover the world’s largest collection of instruments along with audiovisual presentations, interactive displays and workshops.
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Things to do

Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest

Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest

£143
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest
North Phoenix Floating Wellness Spa Experience in Scottsdale

North Phoenix Floating Wellness Spa Experience in Scottsdale

£64
per adult
North Phoenix Floating Wellness Spa Experience in Scottsdale
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

£92
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Red rocks of Sedona in Arizona

Small Group Sedona Single Day Tour

£184
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Small Group Sedona Single Day Tour
1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour

1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour

£53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour
Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset

Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset

£116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset
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Top hotels in Desert Ridge

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
5350 E Marriott Dr Phoenix AZ
The price is £220 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£220
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Marriott's Canyon Villas

Marriott's Canyon Villas

3.5 out of 5
5220 E Marriott Dr Phoenix AZ
The price is £117 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£117
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Desert Ridge Marketplace and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (269 reviews)
"They will try and sell you a time share before giving you your parking pass."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Marriott's Canyon Villas
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
The price is £121 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£121
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 7 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
FOUNDRE Phoenix

FOUNDRE Phoenix

4 out of 5
1100 N Central Avenue Phoenix AZ
The price is £92 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
£92
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,787 reviews)
"Great hotel family loved the location."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

FOUNDRE Phoenix
Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort

4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale AZ
The price is £122 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
£122
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Talking Stick Resort
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5 out of 5
2400 E Missouri Avenue Phoenix AZ
The price is £222 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£222
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 7 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Bed was amazing not too hard not too soft no hole."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts
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Where to stay in Desert Ridge

Find the best Desert Ridge areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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 Golf Club Scottsdale and Tom's Thumb Trail.

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Old Town

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Scottsdale Waterfront to Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – discover Old Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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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.

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The Islands

The Islands might not have many top sights, but Gilbert Civic Center and Gilbert Farmers Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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