Central Scottsdale Travel Guide

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Desert Botanical Garden is a 140-acre botanical garden located in Papago Park, at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix, central Arizona.
A bronze horse fountain situated in a central square in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona.
Desert Botanical Garden is a 140-acre botanical garden located in Papago Park, at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix, central Arizona.
Central Scottsdale
Central Scottsdale

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Our pick of the best Central Scottsdale Hotel Deals

Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North

Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North

3 out of 5
10801 N 89th Pl Scottsdale AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$158 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$158
per night
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,095 reviews)
The gym was very dark after sunset but they had a decent amount of equipment. The hot tub jets were not very strong but the water was clean and a good temperature. The bed was very comfortable and the room was great for a mid level hotel experience. The breakfast was average but decent value as it ...

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Aiden by Best Western Scottsdale North
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale

3 out of 5
8888 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale AZ
The price is NZ$143 per night from 2 June to 3 June
NZ$143
per night
2 June - 3 June
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,891 reviews)
The only issue was that the key cards kept erasing themselves and had to be reset (which meant a few trips to the Front Desk).

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix Scottsdale
Sonesta Select Scottsdale at Mayo Clinic Campus

Sonesta Select Scottsdale at Mayo Clinic Campus

3 out of 5
13444 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale AZ
The price is NZ$149 per night from 2 June to 3 June
NZ$149
per night
2 June - 3 June
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,084 reviews)
Many of the ub ports in our room did not work

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Sonesta Select Scottsdale at Mayo Clinic Campus
Holiday Inn Express Scottsdale North by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Scottsdale North by IHG

2.5 out of 5
7350 East Gold Dust Avenue Paradise Valley AZ
The price is NZ$140 per night from 11 June to 12 June
NZ$140
per night
11 June - 12 June
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paradise Valley. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
Great place to stay! Great breakfast! Clean room, comfortable bed!

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Scottsdale North by IHG
Sonesta Simply Suites Phoenix Scottsdale

Sonesta Simply Suites Phoenix Scottsdale

2.5 out of 5
Scottsdale AZ
The price is NZ$160 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$160
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,014 reviews)
Air was great. Dishes pots and pans were provided. Website doesn't mention the required $100 deposit.

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Sonesta Simply Suites Phoenix Scottsdale
Extended Stay America Suites Phoenix Scottsdale

Extended Stay America Suites Phoenix Scottsdale

2.5 out of 5
10660 N 69th St Scottsdale AZ
The price is NZ$148 per night from 2 June to 3 June
NZ$148
per night
2 June - 3 June
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scottsdale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Extended Stay America Suites Phoenix Scottsdale
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Scottsdale

Sunset at Camelback Mountain

Paradise Valley Village

While visiting Paradise Valley Village, you might make a stop by sights like Kierland Commons and Ahavas Torah: The Scottsdale Torah Center.

Paradise Valley Village
Old Town

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.

Old Town
Downtown Scottsdale

Downtown Scottsdale

While visiting Downtown Scottsdale, you might make a stop by sights like Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West and Scottsdale Waterfront.

Downtown Scottsdale
Aerial panorama of a great sunset over a suburb of Phoenix, Arizona.

Desert Ridge

Theatres, live music and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Desert Ridge. Check out Desert Ridge Marketplace or Musical Instrument Museum while you're exploring the area.

Desert Ridge
Camelback Mountain in phoenix arizona with sunset

Paradise Valley Village

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Paradise Valley Village, Shadow Mountain Preserve and Stonecreek Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Paradise Valley Village
Camelback East

Camelback East

1/5(1 area review)

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.

Camelback East


Central Scottsdale Travel Guide

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