South Mountain Travel Guide

Phoenix

A desert landscape with a cactus in the foreground and a cityscape in the background at sunset.
A desert landscape with cacti, rocks, and a sunset in the background.
A desert landscape with a prominent cactus in the foreground and mountains in the background during sunset.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings and a distant mountain range.
A historic stone building with red accents, a wooden staircase, and a red metal balcony.

Stay near popular South Mountain attractions

Mystery Castle

You can find out about the history of Phoenix with a visit to Mystery Castle. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

฿1,344
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

฿680
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field

฿1,098
per adult
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

฿993
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

฿562
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

฿1,077
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in South Mountain

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿3,073 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿3,073
฿6,431 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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! (2,669 reviews)
"It’s a wonderful, clean, happy place. My son loved the water park. My only issue was the room not having a microwave! $10 dollars for a microwave is crazy…"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Legacy Golf Resort

Legacy Golf Resort

3.5 out of 5
6808 S 32nd St Phoenix AZ
Stay at this golf hotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a golf course and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,461 reviews)
"Location was great"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

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Legacy Golf Resort
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix-Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix-Airport by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3401 E University Drive Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿2,746 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿2,746
฿3,105 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix-Airport by IHG
Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport

Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport

4 out of 5
3333 E University Dr Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿3,399 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿3,399
฿3,844 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿3,335 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,335
฿5,211 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,019 reviews)
"Great hotel amazing amenities and the staff was extremely helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
FOUNDRE Phoenix

FOUNDRE Phoenix

4 out of 5
1100 N Central Avenue Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿2,804 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿2,804
฿4,061 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (2,837 reviews)
"FOUND:RE is great and always our preferred location to stay in Phoenix."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

FOUNDRE Phoenix
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Where to stay in South Mountain

Find the best South Mountain areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, including a Chase bank and a Sheraton hotel.

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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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.

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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.

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The Islands

The Islands might not have many top sights, but Chandler Center for the Arts and Golfland Sunsplash are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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