Downtown Tempe Travel Guide

Phoenix

A pedestrian bridge with metal railings and cables, surrounded by dry vegetation and a clear sky.
A river with a bridge, a tree, and a green bicycle with passengers.
A modern cityscape with a bridge over a river, featuring contemporary buildings and a clear sky.
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A brick building with a sign reading 'Bang Bang' and 'Sushi, Steak, Music'.

Stay near popular Downtown Tempe attractions

The entrance to Tempe Beach Park with a stone archway, American flag, and people walking around.

Tempe Beach Park

8.6/10 (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

฿1,501
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

฿617
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

฿1,002
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

฿1,085
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Picture 1 for Activity Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

฿3,412
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

฿567
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
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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 ฿4,359 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,359
฿6,146 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,116 reviews)
"Wonderful check in. Room was available early which made the whole stay so much more enjoyable. Great rooftop pool. SkySill was great for cocktails and had a view of A Mountain."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

The Westin Tempe
FOUNDRE Phoenix

FOUNDRE Phoenix

4 out of 5
1100 N Central Avenue Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿5,703 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿5,703
฿7,359 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
FOUNDRE Phoenix
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿4,261 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿4,261
฿6,294 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 7 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort

4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿6,947 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿6,947
฿8,877 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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. ...
Talking Stick Resort
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿5,012 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿5,012
฿8,711 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 6 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,757 reviews)
"Stayed 6 nights with just me and my 6 year old daughter. Biggest complaint is that we never received full housekeeping services. On day 3, requested housekeeping but they just made the bed and didn’t provide new towels or cleaning or anything like that. No microwave was very problematic for us. Used ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

4 out of 5
4949 E Lincoln Drive Paradise Valley AZ
The price is ฿13,759 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿13,759
฿17,284 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Paradise Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia
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Where to stay in Downtown Tempe

Find the best Downtown Tempe areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with prominent buildings including a Chase bank and The Arizona Republic building.

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.

A fountain with three horses, surrounded by red flowers and storefronts.

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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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 Golf Club Scottsdale and Tom's Thumb Trail.

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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.

A mountainous landscape with a city in the valley below.

North Phoenix

While you're in North Phoenix, take in top sights like Reach 11 Sports Complex and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Tempe Travel Guide