Central Scottsdale Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Stay near popular Central Scottsdale attractions

Scottsdale Ranch Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Scottsdale Ranch Park and enjoy the jogging trails in Scottsdale. 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

฿1,337
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

฿1,004
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

฿1,088
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Scottsdale Old Town Food Tour of Hidden Gems with 6 Food Tastings

Scottsdale Old Town Food Tour of Hidden Gems with 6 Food Tastings

฿3,615
per adult
Scottsdale Old Town Food Tour of Hidden Gems with 6 Food Tastings
Bob Parks Horse Fountain

Scottsdale Self-Guided Walking Tour: Art & Desert Inspiration

฿334
per adult
Scottsdale Self-Guided Walking Tour: Art & Desert Inspiration
Scottsdale Copper Canyon Caper Puzzle Ride Adventure

Scottsdale Copper Canyon Caper Puzzle Ride Adventure

฿2,637
per adult
Scottsdale Copper Canyon Caper Puzzle Ride Adventure
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Top hotels in Central Scottsdale

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale

3 out of 5
8888 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,274 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿2,274
฿2,592 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale
Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North

Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North

3 out of 5
10801 N 89th Pl Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿2,648 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿2,648
฿3,018 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,126 reviews)
"Great place for a great price"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North
Holiday Inn Express Scottsdale North by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Scottsdale North by IHG

2.5 out of 5
7350 East Gold Dust Avenue Paradise Valley AZ
The price is ฿2,242 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿2,242
฿2,555 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paradise Valley. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Safe place"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express Scottsdale North by IHG
Sonesta Select Scottsdale at Mayo Clinic Campus

Sonesta Select Scottsdale at Mayo Clinic Campus

3 out of 5
13444 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿2,444 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿2,444
฿2,786 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,099 reviews)
"Overall stay was good. Many aspects were excellent. Our only complain is the AC had one setting which was great until it got too cold. We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Sonesta Select Scottsdale at Mayo Clinic Campus
Sonesta Simply Suites Phoenix Scottsdale

Sonesta Simply Suites Phoenix Scottsdale

2.5 out of 5
Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿2,267 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿2,267
฿2,583 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"C"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Sonesta Simply Suites Phoenix Scottsdale
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix/Scottsdale on Shea Boulevard

Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix/Scottsdale on Shea Boulevard

2.5 out of 5
10101 N Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿3,301 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿3,301
฿3,763 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix/Scottsdale on Shea Boulevard
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Where to stay in Central Scottsdale

Find the best Central Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale Fashion Square – 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.

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The Islands

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

Central Scottsdale Travel Guide