South Tempe Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit South Tempe
Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center
Enjoy a fun-filled day at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center during your trip to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium during your visit to Tempe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Arizona State University
Walk around the campus of Arizona State University, a top university in Tempe. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the jogging trails.
Phoenix Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Phoenix Convention Center, a top convention centre in Phoenix. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Talking Stick Resort Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Talking Stick Resort Casino where you can enjoy the entertainment at this popular casino in Scottsdale? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in South Tempe
Motel 6 Tempe, AZ – Elliot Road
I had to cut my stay short and wanted to get a refund on the days I wasn’t going to use - which isn’t simple because to do so, you need to go through hotels.com and have them call the manager to agree to the refund. This process is convoluted because there is NOW WAY to do this via the hotels.com ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Sonesta Simply Suites Phoenix Tempe
If you are not a smoker. Pass this one up. Smoke smell permeates every floor and every room. The room itself was yucky, not clean. Think Vegas casinos in the 90s The layout was fine, but dirty Front desk personnel was friendly Would not recommend this place to anybody
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
We were very happy with grounds, staff, and food.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
I tried leaving 1.5 stars but rounded up to 2. I chose to stay here due to reviews found online of how clean it was. Ironically, I did not find our room to be clean. The shower head was dirty. The shower was gross. The sink had mold in it. Otherwise, the room was comfy and the location was great. ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Talking Stick Resort
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Phoenix Airport - PHX by IHG
Older hotel, but clean. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Tempe
Ahwatukee Foothills
Ahwatukee Foothills is known for its exciting water parks, and with sights like Foothills Golf Club and Desert Foothills Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Phoenix.
South Mountain
The ample dining options and top golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to South Mountain. A stop by Oasis Water Park or Arizona Grand Golf Course might round out your trip.
Downtown Phoenix
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Phoenix. You can visit top attractions like Chase Field and Mortgage Matchup Center, and jump on the metro at 12th Street - Jefferson Station or 12th Street - Washington Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Camelback East
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.
