Desert Hills Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Stay near popular Desert Hills attractions

Cave Creek Regional Park

9.2/10 (52 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Cave Creek Regional Park and popular activities such as golfing in Cave Creek. Discover the desert landscapes and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
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Things to do

Arizona Desert Guided E-Bike Adventure

Arizona Desert Guided E-Bike Adventure

฿4,841
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arizona Desert Guided E-Bike Adventure
Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast

Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast

฿9,983
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast
North Phoenix Floating Wellness Spa Experience in Scottsdale

North Phoenix Floating Wellness Spa Experience in Scottsdale

฿2,636
per adult
North Phoenix Floating Wellness Spa Experience in Scottsdale
1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour

1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour

฿2,337
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour
Paint and Sip Classes at Ru Art Studio

Paint and Sip Classes at Ru Art Studio

฿1,502
per adult
Paint and Sip Classes at Ru Art Studio
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Adventure Over the Sonoran Desert

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Adventure Over the Sonoran Desert

฿6,510
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Adventure Over the Sonoran Desert
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Top hotels in Desert Hills

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,697 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿3,697
฿5,661 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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. ...
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
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 ฿5,514 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿5,514
฿7,566 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy free parking, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
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
The price is ฿3,170 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,170
฿3,612 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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
Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton

Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton

5 out of 5
34631 N Tom Darlington Dr Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿8,820 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿8,820
฿11,590 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The resort is comfortable, clean and relaxing. However, I was without hot water for my entire stay. We visited one of the onsite restaurants and the food was ok. I would recommend this location, however, improvements could be made so that you don't have to leave the resort. Improve the food quality ..."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton
Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Happy Valley

Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Happy Valley

4 out of 5
2335 W Pinnacle Peak Rd Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿4,012 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,012
฿4,537 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,661 reviews)
"Noah at the front desk was extraordinary! Not only did he help get us checked in early but he offered us restaurant choices in the area as well as activities. He was extremely pleasant and went out of his way to help us!"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Happy Valley
Hyatt Place Scottsdale - North

Hyatt Place Scottsdale - North

3 out of 5
18513 NORTH SCOTTSDALE ROAD Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿4,282 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿4,282
฿4,881 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hyatt Place Scottsdale - North
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Where to stay in Desert Hills

Find the best Desert Hills areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 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 Golf Club Scottsdale and Tom's Thumb Trail.

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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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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.

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