The Villages Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit The Villages
Things to do
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Phoenix Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Game Ticket at Chase Field
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
Sunrise Sonoran Desert Hot Air Balloon Ride from Phoenix
Top hotels in The Villages
Talking Stick Resort
"This is a great hotel- the casino is fun and the rooms are great. The pools are awesome and not too crowded."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
"This place is 5 star all the way. Not only are the facilities outstanding, but the staff go above and beyond. Intend on returning for a longer stay."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
"The water park was so packed it was shoulder to shoulder they let out side people come to park that doesn’t even stay there at the resort bug infestation in bedroom behind the mirror"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes
"Me enxanto ese hotel ,todo excelente ,muy limpio personal muy amable 🙂"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Hotel Valley Ho
"There is a reason I keep coming back-the people. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
"There was no restaurant, No one ever cleaned our room for 3 nights, there were open wiring everywhere around the lazy river, closed the bar at the pool at 5pm and rhat was the only bar that could make frozen drinks, they had 2 bars, breakfast was at the other bar with little seating so we were asked ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Where to stay in The Villages
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.
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 Cave Buttes Recreation Area and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.
