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

North Phoenix Floating Wellness Spa Experience in Scottsdale

North Phoenix Floating Wellness Spa Experience in Scottsdale

฿2,845
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

฿2,336
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour
The Shoot House

The Shoot House

฿6,326
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Shoot House
Cave Creek: Private Guided Sonoran Desert Hiking Tour

Cave Creek: Private Guided Sonoran Desert Hiking Tour

฿2,477
per adult
Cave Creek: Private Guided Sonoran Desert Hiking Tour
3 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Mountain Bike Tour

3 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Mountain Bike Tour

฿4,506
per adult
3 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Mountain Bike Tour
2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Mountain Bike Tour

2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Mountain Bike Tour

฿3,838
per adult
2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Mountain Bike Tour
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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
The price is ฿3,490 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿3,490
฿5,395 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 7 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,971 reviews)
"We spent 2 days poolside all the staff was wonderful!! Very clean room."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

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 ฿3,221 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿3,221
฿4,944 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,306 reviews)
"Hotel was completely Ran down and pictures online were not realistic at all. I would like a partial refund"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Hyatt Place North Scottsdale

Hyatt Place North Scottsdale

3 out of 5
18513 NORTH SCOTTSDALE ROAD Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿2,475 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿2,475
฿2,820 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 North Scottsdale
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort

4.5 out of 5
7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿6,045 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿6,045
฿8,770 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 10 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Keep coming back to this hotel because we love everything about it. The cleanliness, the staff, the activities for the kids, the food and drinks. I can go on and on."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
5350 E Marriott Dr Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿6,665 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿6,665
฿9,775 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Phoenix. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"We loved everything from the waterpark to the room to the restaurants on site. Can't recommend enough!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Metro Phoenix Extended Stay

Metro Phoenix Extended Stay

3.5 out of 5
Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿1,934 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿1,934
฿2,561 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Metro Phoenix Extended Stay
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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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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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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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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 Gilbert Civic Center and Gilbert Farmers Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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