Downtown Tempe Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Stay near popular Downtown Tempe attractions

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Tempe Beach Park

8.6/5 (1,389 reviews)
Tempe Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Tempe, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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Things to do

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

฿1,312
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
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Historic Apache Trail & Sonoran Desert Tour with a Boat Ride

฿6,012
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Historic Apache Trail & Sonoran Desert Tour with a Boat Ride
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

฿986
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

฿1,389
per adult
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

฿558
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

฿1,056
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Downtown Tempe

The Westin Tempe

The Westin Tempe

4 out of 5
11 E SEVENTH STREET Tempe AZ
The price is ฿2,991 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿2,991
฿4,580 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tempe. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,037 reviews)
"We stayed here while traveling to Tempe for a Jiu Jitsu competition with our teen competitors, coaches, and families. As a gym owner, I booked three rooms for our coaching staff, and overall the hotel was clean, comfortable, and a great fit for our group. The rooms were spacious, the bedding was ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

The Westin Tempe
Sonesta Select Tempe Downtown

Sonesta Select Tempe Downtown

3 out of 5
601 S Ash Ave Tempe AZ
The price is ฿3,137 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿3,137
฿3,579 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tempe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,009 reviews)
"Great one-night stay in Tempe. Close to all downtown restaurants, movie theater, Whole Foods, etc. Took the light rail train right from the airport to two blocks from the hotel. Super convenient to everything. Nice, clean room with a fun sofa and comfortable bed. Staff was very nice."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Sonesta Select Tempe Downtown
Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort

4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿4,476 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿4,476
฿6,055 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,841 reviews)
"Very nice rooms and liked the rain shower."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Talking Stick Resort
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿3,177 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿3,177
฿5,059 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 7 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,760 reviews)
"Loved the pools. Parking by the rooms is impossible. Be ready to walk unless you get lucky."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
FOUNDRE Phoenix

FOUNDRE Phoenix

4 out of 5
1100 N Central Avenue Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿2,582 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿2,582
฿3,825 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,661 reviews)
"Breakfast burger was delicious!!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

FOUNDRE Phoenix
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak

4 out of 5
7677 N 16th St Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿3,420 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿3,420
฿5,182 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy free parking, 7 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,306 reviews)
"Room was great and staff friendly . Pool was amazing and this is a perfect place to attend with kids. Very clean and quiet building ."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
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Where to stay in Downtown Tempe

Find the best Downtown Tempe areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Downtown Tempe Travel Guide