Sonoran Foothills Travel Guide

Phoenix

Panorama of a rare morning fog in the Phoenix Sonoran Desert Preserve in central Arizona.

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Top hotels in Sonoran Foothills

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿3,134 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿3,134
฿4,990 total
1 Jul - 2 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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,691 reviews)
"I really liked all the pools and the food and drinks at the pools. I felt like I never had to leave and could stay all day at the resort. It had about 6-7 pools, but one main big pool area had a kids slide, which my son loved. The rooms were spacious and cleaned every day. They were really flexible ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
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 ฿8,692 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
฿8,692
฿11,513 total
13 Jun - 14 Jun
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,047 reviews)
"I was disappointed that the cafe Crave did not have fresh pastries on Sunday. Additionally, the pool Oasis was not very clean. There were napkins on the ground and dirty plastic cups under the lounge chairs. The pool Oasis did not look like it was swept. A lot of bugs and foliage in the pool."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia
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 ฿3,610 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
฿3,610
฿5,379 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
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! (3,337 reviews)
"The room was clean and nice. However there is not very many handicapped parking places, there was a lot of construction making it hard to relax the construction started at 6 am making it hard to sleep in and relax. The pool and lazy river was nice. The signs around the complex were not very clear ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas by IHG

Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas by IHG

4 out of 5
7200 N Scottsdale Rd Paradise Valley AZ
The price is ฿4,576 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿4,576
฿6,856 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Paradise Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,178 reviews)
"Beautiful place, great staff. So peaceful and quiet. Had an amazing stay!"

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas by IHG
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5 out of 5
2400 E Missouri Avenue Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿8,148 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
฿8,148
฿11,155 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 7 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"It was great room was sparkling clean and all amenities were working ."

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
5350 E Marriott Dr Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿9,844 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
฿9,844
฿13,364 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful Resort. My kids loved the slides!"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
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Where to stay in Sonoran Foothills

Find the best Sonoran Foothills areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Tonto Verde Golf Club 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 Happy Valley Towne Centre and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.



Sonoran Foothills Travel Guide