Scottsdale, Arizona, is located just to the east and north of Phoenix. Bordering towns include Fountain Hills, Tempe, Phoenix and Cave Creek. It is reachable by freeway 51 and the Loop 101. The landscape includes desert vistas, golf links, plenty of cactus and Camelback mountains.
Being such a popular tourist destination in the winter, Scottsdale offers plenty of upscale lodging options. Well-known resorts such as the JW Marriott, Fairmont, Mondrian and boutique hotels are luxurious choices. For those who are budget conscious, other smaller hotels are located in South Scottsdale.
Southwestern and Mexican cuisine are famous throughout Scottsdale. But whatever your wallet can spend, options exist. For those penny pinching, try Dos Gringos or Sugar Daddies for some margaritas. For those looking for fine dining, The Elements at Camelback, Asia de Cuba, Roaring Fork, Flemings, Lon's at the Hermosa, Trader Vics and T Cooks have some of the best chefs in the Southwest.
Golf courses abound around Scottsdale and have beautiful desert views. If you tee off early enough, you can enjoy a spectacular sunrise. Nightclubs in South Scottsdale are always packed on Friday and Saturday nights. But if you are feeling laid back, old Western bars with that old country feel are available.
Scottsdale is a hot bed for winter tourists and there is a reason for it: sunshine. The sun shines more than 300 days a year. Winter temperatures range from a high of 70 to a low of 40. Summer is extremely different, with temperatures ranging from 85 to 113.
