Central Scottsdale Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit Central Scottsdale
Stay near popular Central Scottsdale attractions
Things to do
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Scottsdale Old Town Food Tour of Hidden Gems with 6 Food Tastings
Phoenix Mountains Preserve Night Glow Hike
Scottsdale Self-Guided Walking Tour: Art & Desert Inspiration
Top hotels in Central Scottsdale
Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale
Sonesta Select Scottsdale at Mayo Clinic Campus
"They advertise breakfast with the hotel reservation but then they charge you for everything $5 for a lousy Danish and $3.5 for a coffee! They also charge you $7 to park your car in a huge parking lot that had no more than a dozen cars in it."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
Holiday Inn Express Scottsdale North by IHG
Sonesta Simply Suites Phoenix Scottsdale
"Couldnt get them to provide end of stay docs and find iut later after paying for two weeks for two different booking which made me have to put pet deposit which i was told was refundable the first trip so any charges after check out first week and back in second which paid another per deposit yet ..."
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix/Scottsdale on Shea Boulevard
"Hampton Inna are always consistent to strive for excellence. I appreciate their staff and the accommodations they provide!"
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Central 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.
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.
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.
