Desert Village Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit Desert Village
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 Village
Talking Stick Resort
"the check-in staff are indifferent, even grumpy the rooms and casino are great"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
"We had a wonderful stay! The hotel has several beautiful pools, gorgeous landscaping, and a very friendly front desk staff. One feature we really appreciated was the golf cart service that transports guests to the different pool areas, making it easy to get around the property. I would definitely ..."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
"We have stayed at this location for a staycation almost yearly for the last 10 years. They have done a ton of renovations over the years and it looks very nice. Our gripe is that they are doing construction currently and we were placed in a room right next to construction. This was fine for the day ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts
"This place was amazing! But drinks and food are expensive. So plan for that."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hotel Valley Ho
"Great vibe and centrally located. One of the top places I would stay in Scottsdale."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
SureStay By Best Western Phoenix Airport
"The location was a bit sketchy but"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Desert Village
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 Tonto Verde Golf Club.
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.
