Downtown Scottsdale Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Stay near popular Downtown Scottsdale attractions

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Scottsdale Waterfront

8.8/10 (394 reviews)
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Scottsdale Waterfront during your trip to Scottsdale. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket

฿1,501
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Phoenix Zoo Admission Ticket
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets

฿617
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium Tickets
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk

฿1,002
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Scottsdale: Museum of Illusions Ticket at Arizona Boardwalk
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket

฿1,085
per adult
Scottsdale: Wonderspaces Arizona General Admission Ticket
Picture 1 for Activity Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert

฿3,412
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Phoenix: Self-Drive ATV/UTV Rental in the Sonoran Desert
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona

฿567
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona
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Top hotels in Downtown Scottsdale

Hotel Valley Ho

Hotel Valley Ho

4.5 out of 5
6850 E Main St Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿9,939 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿9,939
฿11,328 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Hotel Valley Ho
Hotel Solaya, part of JdV by Hyatt

Hotel Solaya, part of JdV by Hyatt

4 out of 5
4000 N Drinkwater Blvd Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿6,418 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿6,418
฿7,315 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Solaya, part of JdV by Hyatt
Hilton Garden Inn Scottsdale Old Town

Hilton Garden Inn Scottsdale Old Town

3 out of 5
7324 E Indian School Rd Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿5,580 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿5,580
฿6,359 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton Garden Inn Scottsdale Old Town
Sentral Old Town

Sentral Old Town

4 out of 5
4753 N. Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿4,968 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿4,968
฿6,618 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy a fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a pool table. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (733 reviews)
"Private and quiet accommodations. Secure parking with 2 elevator access points. Suite was nicely appointed - enjoyed the view from the main room and deck."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Sentral Old Town
Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town

Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town

4 out of 5
7142 East 1st St Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿9,102 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿9,102
฿10,373 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the bar in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"We had booked this hotel for one night for the rooftop bar. The night we were there the bar was closed for a private party and they had a scheduled maintenance water shut off. I’m sure the place is nice typically possibly bad timing. It was a good location to walk to other bars"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town
Senna House Hotel Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton

Senna House Hotel Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
7501 E Camelback Road Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿8,816 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿8,816
฿10,048 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (650 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Senna House Hotel Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Downtown Scottsdale

Find the best Downtown Scottsdale 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.

Downtown Scottsdale Travel Guide