Downtown Tempe Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Stay near popular Downtown Tempe attractions

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Tempe Beach Park

8.6/10 (1,389 reviews)
Tempe Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Tempe, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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Things to do

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

£30
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

£24
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

£152
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

£32
per adult
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

£13
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
From Phoenix: Sonoran Desert Guided ATV Training

From Phoenix: ATV Training Session

£41
per adult
From Phoenix: ATV Training Session
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Top hotels in Downtown Tempe

The Westin Tempe

The Westin Tempe

4 out of 5
11 E SEVENTH STREET Tempe AZ
The price is £103 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£103
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tempe. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,043 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

The Westin Tempe
Sonesta Select Tempe Downtown

Sonesta Select Tempe Downtown

3 out of 5
601 S Ash Ave Tempe AZ
The price is £69 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£69
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tempe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,019 reviews)
"room was clean and helpful staff. however starbucks inside was closed earlier the 2 days stayed there.and no water bottle to prepare coffee inside the room. very noisy people in the room next to mine, knocking the door and yelling to get the door open, chatting during the night until 8am the 2 ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Sonesta Select Tempe Downtown
Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort

4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale AZ
The price is £137 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£137
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,846 reviews)
"Great experience"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Talking Stick Resort
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
The price is £109 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£109
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,763 reviews)
"Pool was clean and nice."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway Phoenix AZ
The price is £170 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£170
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 6 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,499 reviews)
"Pool and lazy river were great!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes

Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes

4 out of 5
2000 W Westcourt Way Tempe AZ
Fully refundable
The price is £129 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£129
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in Tempe. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 3 hot tubs and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Beautiful place!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes
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Where to stay in Downtown Tempe

Find the best Downtown Tempe areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Tom's Thumb Trail and Golf Club Scottsdale.

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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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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.

North Phoenix

While you're in North Phoenix, take in top sights like Cave Buttes Recreation Area and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Tempe Travel Guide

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