The Inside Scoop by our Local Expert
As the capital city of Arizona, Phoenix is the fifth largest urban center in the United States. It also is home to nine professional sports teams and a number of popular attractions, including the Castles N' Coasters amusement park, Desert Botanical Garden, and the nearby city of Scottsdale.Located adjacent to Phoenix, Scottsdale is otherwise known as “the West's Most Western Town.” A ritzy urban destination that's still developing, it's the perfect getaway for nearly any traveler. Divided into four areas -- each with its own distinct style and influence -- Scottsdale offers stores, art galleries, and restaurants in Old Town, and nightclubs and bars in South Scottsdale.If you're interested in taking in the sights and sounds of Scottsdale, you'll need to book a stay with a Scottsdale hotel in the area. These hotels offer all the amenities you need whether you're traveling for business or pleasure. While hotels like the Scottsdale Marriott Suites and Hilton Garden Inn Scottsdale provide business centers and meeting rooms, establishments such as the Hotel Valley Ho and FireSky Resort & Spa offer all the style and luxury amenities that a leisure traveler could demand.