Surprise Original Townsite Travel Guide
Phoenix
Visit Surprise Original Townsite
Popular places to visit
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.
Grand Canyon University
Walk around the campus of Grand Canyon University, a well-known university in Phoenix. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Chase Field
Catch an event at Chase Field and enjoy other activities in Phoenix such as golfing.In the area, take in the acclaimed theatre scene and mountain views.
State Farm Stadium
Catch an event at State Farm Stadium during your trip to Glendale. Experience the lively festivals or attend a football match in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Surprise Original Townsite
Windmill Suites Surprise - Phoenix, an Ascend Collection Hotel
It's a convenient, safe, and adequate place to stay for spring training games. The pool is enjoyable, the room was well-appointed and comfortable. The staff are all very welcoming and professional.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Garner Hotel Phoenix Northwest – Surprise by IHG
Great atmosphere. Friendly staff. Good sized room.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Surprise Near Sun City West
No hot tub. Pool was too cold. Didn’t use the gym Breakfast was the same every day. Bacon and sausage undercooked. Eggs looked like they may have been held over from the day before and were cold Room was clean. Staff friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Pool was okay, Mable to order food at first pool and the we were kicked out due to private event.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
This "resort" is an utter dump. It's cracked, peeling, fading, broken, battered and abused. It feel like they sucked 50 years of profits out of it and never put a dime back in. I spent 2 nights, the first room I was in was coated in 30 years of cigarette smoke, baked into every surface. I had to ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
FOUNDRE Phoenix
Great location. This hotel is walking distance from many fabulous restaurants and bars. We loved the location. We enjoyed having drinks at the bar in the hotel. The room was nice. The pool, while not large, was nice. The only reason I didn’t mark it as excellent was the WiFi connection was pretty ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Surprise Original Townsite
Maryvale Village
If you're spending some time in Maryvale Village, American Family Fields of Phoenix and Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre are top sights worth seeing.
Deer Valley
Deer Valley is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Happy Valley Towne Centre and Bowlero Union Hills while you're in town.
North Mountain
Take time in North Mountain to visit attractions like Metrocenter and Castles N' Coasters. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.
Alhambra
Alhambra is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Glendale Ave / 19th Ave Station or Montebello-19th Ave Station to explore sights like GCU Arena.
North Phoenix
While you're in North Phoenix, take in top sights like Reach 11 Sports Complex and jump on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.
Encanto
Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Encanto. You can visit top attractions like Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum, and jump on the metro at Thomas Rd - Central Ave Station or Osborn Rd - Central Ave Station to see more of the city.
