Rio Paseo Travel Guide
Phoenix
Popular places to visit

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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Grand Canyon University
Walk around the campus of Grand Canyon University, a well-known university in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

State Farm Stadium
Catch an event at State Farm Stadium during your trip to Glendale. Experience the lively festivals or attend a football match in this culturally rich area.

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.

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 mountain views.
Things to do

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

Guided Arizona Desert Tour by ATV - Centipede Tour

Grand Canyon with Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon Van Tour

Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast
Top hotels in Rio Paseo

FOUNDRE Phoenix
Did not have breakfast was not in the room more than 10 hours of the stay
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

GreenTree Hotel Phoenix West
Included breakfast: bread and toaster. No condiments and nothing else except coffee. Nothing more. Bathroom tub and shower had big-time mold at every joint. In room air conditioner controls inoperative and produced noise just this side of the business end of a 737 engine of takeoff.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Hyatt Place Phoenix / Downtown
Tv volume in our room was faulty, needed to be at max to actually be able to hear it. Also the shower water pressure was truly one of the worst I have ever experienced.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hotel San Carlos - Downtown Convention Center
They do not have parking. You heed to find a public parking structure. The area at night was not the safest or nicest at night either. Homeloss everywhere. And i mean everywhere just randomly laying around. The facility's itsrkf although understandable a historic building could use sone restoration. ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Phoenix West
Place was trash
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Sentral Sol Modern
Loc ation was great, excellent amenities, beautiful room, beautiful pool, helpful staff (Zee was super helpful). Definitely going back. One small comment: you can have soap, shower gel, etc. with much better smell :)
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio Paseo

Alhambra
Alhambra is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Glendale Ave / 19th Ave Station or Montebello-19th Ave Station to explore sights like GCU Arena.

North Mountain
Take time in North Mountain to visit attractions like Metrocenter and Castles N' Coasters. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.

Encanto
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Encanto. You can visit top attractions like Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum, and jump on the metro at Thomas Rd - Central Ave Station or Osborn Rd - Central Ave Station to see more of the city.

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.

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.

South Mountain
The ample dining options and top golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to South Mountain. A stop by Oasis Water Park or Arizona Grand Golf Course might round out your trip.
