Best hotels in Scottsdale
Courtyard by Marriott Scottsdale Salt River
5201 North Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Only an eight-minute drive from the Old Town and a seven-minute drive to the Salt River Fields Entertainment District, the hotel is a great base for business travelers and holidaymakers alike. Enjoy your breakfast with Starbucks coffee at the Bistro and spend the day lounging around the pool or venture out to explore the wealth of things to do in Scottsdale.
Hotel Valley Ho
6850 East Main Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
The unique and colorful design of its rooms and suites makes the hotel stand out. The amenities include two outdoor pools and a spa center. Besides, you’ll be able to make the most of the hotel’s location – right in the heart of the bustling Downtown Scottsdale.
The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale
6000 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-1949
The breathtaking Camelback Mountain serves as a backdrop to The Phoenician – the luxury resort with a three-level pool complex, golf course, athletic club and spa center. If you’d like to explore Scottsdale beyond the hotel, the Old Town with all the main attractions is only six minutes away.
Best restaurants in Scottsdale
Cafe Monarch
6939 East 1st Avenue Suite 102, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Cafe Monarch offers an award-winning fine dining experience in the historical Old Town. Treat yourself to an elegant night out with mouthwatering food in one of the sumptuously decorated rooms. Enjoy a four-course dinner with an herb-crusted lamb rack or try the caviar selection.
Talavera
10600 East Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
If you go to the north of Scottsdale, don’t miss this contemporary steak house with Spanish flair. Order one of the specialties such as Jamon Iberico, paella, or tapas, and enjoy your meal with stunning views over the Arizona mountains landscape.
Olive & Ivy
7135 East Camelback Road #195, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
After a day of sightseeing in Scottsdale, take a break in Olive & Ivy with the views over the canal or on the sunlit patio. Savor the Mediterranean appetizers such as homemade hummus and bruschetta with prosciutto or Manchego or sample the variety of seafood dishes.
Best things to do in Scottsdale
McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Saguaro Loop Trail, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
This Sonoran Desert Preserve covers more than 30,500 acres and boasts over 225 miles of hiking and cycling trails. There are plenty of rewards for hiking enthusiasts. Tom’s Thumb is an impressive natural geological rock formation.
Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
3830 North Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
The museum invites you to learn about the American West exploration through unique collections of artifacts such as Hopi pottery, saloon facades, and cowboy spurs and chaps. Don't miss the Rails Building America exhibition featuring operating historical model trains.
Scottsdale Fashion Square
7014 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
This upscale shopping quarter boasts more than 200 brand names and lots of entertainment and dining options. You can book a personalized luxury shopping experience or follow the art trail to learn more about the installations, murals and sculptures around the retail center.