Desert Mountain Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit Desert Mountain
Things to do
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Top hotels in Desert Mountain
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
"Loved the resort. My room was just so far back that the walk to anything was too long to be enjoyable. Other than that, I really liked the views"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Way too hot. Could not use amenities"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort
"Great area. Family friendly while still being fun for adults"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
"The breakfasts and the late afternoon snacks were fantastic. This is the first time that the paid food was worse than the free food. At Ironwood, it was an hour and 20 minutes to get our food and the quality was sub-par. At Toro service was quicker but quality was lacking for our breakfast. The hotel, ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Sonesta Suites Scottsdale Gainey Ranch
"The breakfast was great!"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Happy Valley
"The hot tub was closed the entire time we were there . The pool was very small. That week we were there, it must have been something going on. It was very crowded."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Desert Mountain
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 Chandler Center for the Arts and San Marcos Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
