Desert Mountain Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit Desert Mountain
Things to do
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Sunrise Sonoran Desert Hot Air Balloon Ride from Phoenix
Top hotels in Desert Mountain
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
"Room was dirty!! truly disappointed in the room and the cleanliness. Ping-pong table only had two balls and four paddles and two of them were broke. Some of the bags for the beanbag game were missing. Staff was friendly! Very nice! That was huge for me!! The food by pool service was awesome. The ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Had a wonderful time at Boulders. The service was generally exceptional except for one small mishap that was resolved relatively quickly. The food was really good. We would 100% for sure return."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort
"This hotel beautiful, bartenders were great! Cannot wait to make a trip back!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
"Absolutely lovely. Very friendly and helpful staff!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Sonesta Suites Scottsdale Gainey Ranch
"The property was beautiful, and well kept. If you are doing a relaxing stay this is the place. You can enjoy the pool and the bar. The staff was nice. But the manager was the boom she came out and conversated with my husband and I. She gave us water cause it was hot as you know the rest. She was ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Happy Valley
"Debra was great!! Was such a comfortable place to enjoy my weekend"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 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 Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West – 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.
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.
