We only list the best hotels, hostels and B&Bs in Phoenix and Scottsdale, based on recommendations from influential travel experts and thousands of customer reviews. All listed hotels have at least a 4 out of 5-star rating.
Phoenix, Arizona is much more than just the state capital. The city is famous for its warm and dry climate during winters. There are resorts, garden, high buildings and much more to make this place a fantastic vacation spot.
Here are some of the places to visit during your stay at Phoenix.
Heard Museum
If you wish to know the history of Arizona and Phoenix, then this museum is the must-visit place for you. The museum is entirely air-conditioned known for being amongst the best sightseeing spot for the tourists. Here you will get the chance to know about the history of the people of Arizona.
Gold Courses
Golf enthusiasts can pass their time with the best golf courses in Phoenix. There are many places, but the best one would be ‘Troon North’. It is away from the city and gives a calm environment to play. Some other golf courses across Phoenix are Raven Club, Gainey Ranch and many more.
Science Centre
Now, this is something which every kid and adult would love to visit. If you are out for a vacation to Phoenix and miss out the famous science center, then the trip would stay incomplete. The setup here is made for young kids to know almost everything related to science. If you wish to know about electricity or even outer space, this center has it all.
Children’s Museum
This museum is especially for your kids. There are more than 300 games in this museum which will keep your kids busy. It is safe for infants and also for grown-up kids. The games are for all the kids below 12 years of age.
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“It’s full of winding, tree-covered paths, arches, narrow walkways, gardens, and antique fountains, creating the tranquil feel of a Mediterranean monastery. The denseness landscaping belies its relatively small footprint on Camelback Road in Arcadia.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Phoenix.
“In a town where luxurious, expensive resorts are the rule, the Phoenician still stands apart, primarily in the realm of service. The gilded, marbled lobby with towering fountains is the backdrop for a $25 million fine-art collection.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Phoenix.
“With architecture inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright and past guests including Irving Berlin, Marilyn Monroe and every president from Hoover to Bush the younger, the Biltmore is perfect for connecting to the magic of yesterday.”
“Hip and unabashedly quirky, this boutique hotel has kicked up Phoenix’s urban street cred a few notches and offers a compelling reason to stay in Downtown Phoenix.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Phoenix.
“The original 1959-vintage Mountain Shadows resort was rebuilt in midcentury style and reopened in 2017 with 183 rooms featuring glass-enclosed showers separating bedroom and bath and a pair of 75-foot swimming pools.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Scottsdale.
“The new Hotel Adeline takes an affordable approach to style. Some 213 rooms ring a lively pool area that includes a full-service bar. On weekends, ask for the password to get into the hidden speakeasy Straight Up.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Scottsdale.
“A small slice of ‘European’ hospitality in downtown Scottsdale, this breezy eight-room hotel has chocolate scones to nibble in the chic cafe, an infinity pool to loll in and Pashley city bikes to roam the neighborhood on.”