02/25/2024 • 10 min
Best hotels in Phoenix, AZ
Get behind the wheel of your Phoenix car rental with Hertz and tour the iconic ‘Valley of the Sun’ – the fifth-largest city in the United States.
This desert beauty is well-known for its year-round sunshine (so don’t forget your sunscreen), breathtaking golf courses and world-class resorts.
Speaking of world-class resorts, why not plan ahead for your Phoenix adventure by booking a stay in one of the city’s award-winning hotels? Thankfully, we’ve done all the homework for you, so there’s no need to research. Here’s a list of the best hotels in Phoenix:
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Rise Uptown Hotel
400 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85013
In the heart of Phoenix is the Rise Uptown Hotel, a resort boasting a midcentury design but most importantly, an affordable stay in the city’s uptown district. You’re only a few minutes’ drive from the area’s delightful restaurants, shopping malls, vinyl stores, antique shops, home décor boutiques – the list goes on and on.
The rooms also come with a midcentury finish, offering thoughtful modern appointments such as Egyptian cotton bedding, marble bathrooms, record players in every room, and floor-to-ceiling windows.
But perhaps the icing on the cake for this Bohemian-styled hotel might be the free popsicles on check-in – a welcome treat in Arizona’s desert heat.
Marriott Phoenix Airport
1101 North 44th Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85008
Arguably one of the best hotels near Phoenix Airport, the Marriott is just a six-mile drive from downtown Phoenix, providing easy access to the city’s eclectic restaurants and entertainment spots. Once you’ve checked in at the Marriott, get in the driver’s seat of your Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport car rental and tour nearby tourist destinations such as the Phoenix Convention Center and Chase Field.
Had your day’s fill of the sights and sounds of downtown Phoenix? Retire to the Marriott’s spacious rooms and suites with state-of-the-art amenities such as room service, soundproof windows and flat-panel Smart TVs.
Arizona Biltmore
2400 East Missouri Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85016
Treat yourself to scenic views of the surrounding desert landscape while staying at the Arizona Biltmore. Take in the Piestewa peak from any one of the Biltmore’s 700 rooms that offer plush beds and breathtaking desertscape artwork.
Dig into delectable dishes at any one of the Biltmore’s onsite restaurants such as the McArthur, famous for its diverse menu of American classics. Or perhaps you’d prefer to dress up for the night and explore the smoke-inspired menu of the Renata’s Hearth.
Dining aside, revive your chakra at the resorts on-site spa, providing massages and other bodywork techniques guaranteed to relieve you of stress.
There’s also a bevy of family-friendly activities for the vacationing family such as kid’s pool and waterslide, making sure guests of all ages have a fun-filled adventure.
The Phoenician
6000 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
Located on 250 acres of prime land at the bast of Camelback Mountain, the Phoenician is one of the best hotels in the Phoenix area. There’s everything for everyone here; from several dining options for gourmet enthusiasts, magical spa for a couple’s retreat and a wide range of onsite outdoor activities for the vacationing family. The rooms are also exquisite, ranging from guest rooms, deluxe rooms and presidential suites whose hues blend in seamlessly with the nearby Sonoran Desert. Best of all, these rooms provide gorgeous panoramic views of the Phoenix desert landscape.
Adero Scottsdale
13225 North Eagle Ridge Drive, Scottsdale, Arizona 85268
If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure like no other while staying in Phoenix, the Adero Scottsdale provides you with more than 55,000 acres of biking and hiking trails that crisscross the iconic Sonoran landscape. Discover the exciting nighttime activities that really set the resort apart. Join the Dark Sky community or go on self-guided tours of stargazing the galaxy using telescopes, supplemented with daily sky charts provided in each of the 177 guestrooms.
Better yet, enjoy the nighttime sky while dining at the luxurious Cielo restaurant, an ideal place to take in the scenic views of the McDowell Mountains too.
Found:RE Phoenix
1100 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85004
Only a 10-minute drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Found:RE is a strong contender for one of the best hotels near Phoenix Airport. Get easy access to city destinations such as the Heard Museum and the Phoenix Art Museum, or relish in the artistic style of the resort’s onsite art gallery if you’re more of an indoors person. The gallery features glazed concrete floors paired with reclaimed wood furnishings that are complemented with local artwork.
Retire to a stylish and loft-inspired guest room offering floor-to-ceiling windows, chic lighting and polished concrete floors. You can always head for a sumptuous meal at the onsite Found:RE restaurant, serving Southwestern comfort food and other delectable dishes to explore.
Senna House Hotel
7501 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
Located in the heart of Scottsdale, this compact urban hotel provides respite from the hustle and bustle of the Phoenix metropolis to a more mellow scene of travelers sunbathing at the rooftop Sonara Swim Club. While at the pool, enjoy panoramic views of the Camelback Mountain, or head on down to the glamorous Cala restaurant for an unforgettable dining experience.
Looking for a nearby adventure? Hop in your Phoenix car rental and explore Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, where you can indulge in several activities including visiting nearby restaurants and dozens of entertainment spots.
JW Marriot Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
5350 East Marriott Drive, Phoenix, Arizona 85054
Set foot in one of the best hotels in the Phoenix area – the JW Marriott Desert Ridge feels like a small city packed with everything you could dream of. There’s a tennis court, a spa, a fitness center, multiple swimming pools, and an array of restaurants ready to take you on an unforgettable culinary adventure. Located in North Phoenix, the resort provides scenic views of the surrounding desert, coupled with a signature waterpark to cool you off while enjoying Arizona’s balmy weather.
Recently renovated in 2022, the resort’s rooms and facilities have been upgraded with modern amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
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