Downtown Tempe Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Stay near popular Downtown Tempe attractions

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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

฿1,312
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 ฿3,219 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
฿3,219
฿4,837 total
9 Jul - 10 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! (1,040 reviews)
"Booked for a girls weekend. Amazing bed and a great view"

Reviewed on 30 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 ฿2,686 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿2,686
฿3,064 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (1,019 reviews)
"room was clean and helpful staff. however starbucks inside was closed earlier the 2 days stayed there.and no water bottle to prepare coffee inside the room. very noisy people in the room next to mine, knocking the door and yelling to get the door open, chatting during the night until 8am the 2 ..."

Reviewed on 29 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 ฿4,460 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿4,460
฿6,034 total
5 Jul - 6 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! (4,858 reviews)
"We like how clean this hotel always is. It is in a great location."

Reviewed on 30 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 ฿3,166 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿3,166
฿5,041 total
2 Jul - 3 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! (2,771 reviews)
"The pool was wonderful but the girl at the pool bar was not very friendly."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿3,958 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿3,958
฿7,484 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (2,507 reviews)
"The hotel and waterpark was amazing. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes

Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes

4 out of 5
2000 W Westcourt Way Tempe AZ
The price is ฿4,623 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿4,623
฿5,843 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly resort in Tempe. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 3 hot tubs and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Beautiful place!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes
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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