Rio Verde Foothills Travel Guide

Phoenix

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Stay near popular Rio Verde Foothills attractions

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center

Enjoy an outing to Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center during your stay in Scottsdale. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
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Things to do

Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset

Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset

฿5,585
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour at Sunset
Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest

Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest

฿6,242
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sonoran Desert: Sunset Jeep Tour with Tonto National Forest
1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour

1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour

฿2,300
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-2 Hour Sonoran Desert Private Guided Hiking Tour
Phoenix: Pasta Making Cooking Classes at a Local Brewery

Phoenix: Pasta Making Cooking Classes at a Local Brewery

฿2,464
per adult
Phoenix: Pasta Making Cooking Classes at a Local Brewery
Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour

Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour

฿6,570
per adult
Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour
From Scottsdale: Sonoran Desert & Tonto National Forest Trip

From Scottsdale: Sonoran Desert & Tonto National Forest Trip

฿4,928
per adult
From Scottsdale: Sonoran Desert & Tonto National Forest Trip
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Top hotels in Rio Verde Foothills

Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort

4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿4,046 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿4,046
฿5,562 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,915 reviews)
"everyone was so sweet and the spa was actually so fun. great service, friendly, spacious clean rooms. nice."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Talking Stick Resort
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St Phoenix AZ
The price is ฿3,169 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿3,169
฿5,046 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (2,831 reviews)
"Everything was very nice and clean , we used the workout area everyday and enjoyed having a washer and dryer onsite , Didn’t have time to use swimming pools but they looked amazing"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Hotel Valley Ho

Hotel Valley Ho

4.5 out of 5
6850 E Main St Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿4,165 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿4,165
฿4,747 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,651 reviews)
"My favorite hotel in scottsdale love this place.I also tracked clean, beautiful and great service"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hotel Valley Ho
Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows

Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows

5 out of 5
6114 N Scottsdale Road Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿7,291 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
฿7,291
฿10,194 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (878 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley - Scottsdale

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley - Scottsdale

4 out of 5
5401 N Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,274 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿2,274
฿4,081 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,672 reviews)
"Very nice property with two pools, bike rentals, shuttle to Old Town. Excellent front desk service."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley - Scottsdale
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort

4.5 out of 5
7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd Scottsdale AZ
The price is ฿6,099 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿6,099
฿8,849 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great area. Family friendly while still being fun for adults"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort
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Where to stay in Rio Verde Foothills

Find the best Rio Verde Foothills areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, including a Chase bank and a Sheraton hotel.

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 Chandler Center for the Arts and San Marcos Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North Phoenix

While you're in North Phoenix, take in top sights like Cave Buttes Recreation Area and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.

Rio Verde Foothills Travel Guide