Yuma Townsite Travel Guide
Yuma
Visit Yuma Townsite
Popular places to visit
Martinez Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Martinez Lake during your travels in Yuma. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park
Take a trip through Old West history and visit the cellblocks, guard tower, museum and riverside parkland of this notorious former prison.
Desert Hills Municipal Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Yuma at Desert Hills Municipal Golf Course. Visit the shops and cosy cafes in this relaxing area.
Marine Corp Air Station Yuma
Marine Corp Air Station Yuma is just one of the places to see in Yuma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Yuma Palms Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Yuma Palms Shopping Center during your stay in Yuma. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Arizona Western College
Enjoy the student vibe at Arizona Western College during your visit to Yuma. Visit the shops and cosy cafes in this relaxing area.
Things to do
A Remarkable Yuma Scavenger Hunt: Desert Sun & Fun
Yuma, AZ: 1/2 day private farm and produce processing tour
Top hotels in Yuma Townsite
Historic Coronado Motor Hotel by OYO
"AC worked, room is spacious and clean. But no fridge, no ice bucket, and no cold water. Seriously. The water from the cold tap is almost hot. And when I left on my bike and wanted to fill my water bottle with ice at 6am, I couldn’t get to the ice maker bc the office was locked. Thank goodness for ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Rodeway Inn Yuma Downtown
"Good basic economy motel. Served it purpose as a "home base" while in Yuma for a few days to visit my dad."
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
La Fuente Inn & Suites
"Nice hotel in Yuma near restaurants."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Yuma
"Right off the freeway and close to restaurants and stores. Very clean and the employees are always so friendly. Stayed here twice this year"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Yuma
"Pool was immaculately clean!! Rooms were tasteful vintage. Unfortunately carpets were filthy. Everything else very nice and clean...maybe invest in steam cleaner for floor or it was broken?!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Yuma Inn & Suites
"The only disappointment was that the POOL was closed. It's 104 and the pool is closed??? Really?!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Yuma Townsite
Yuma East
While Yuma East may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Castle Dome Mines Museum & Ghost Town and Foothills Golf Course.
Foothills
Though Foothills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Foothills Golf Course and Foothills Par 3 Golf Course.
Vista Del Valle
While Vista Del Valle isn't home to many top sights, Yuma Palms Shopping Center and Lutes Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
The Foothills
The Foothills might not have many top sights, but Foothills Golf Course and Yuma County Foothills Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Yuma
If you're spending some time in Downtown Yuma, Lutes Casino and Yuma Art Center are top sights worth seeing.
