What's it like in South Mountain?

South Mountain is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and golfing. Are you looking for South Mountain travel tips? Make sure that you visit Oasis Water Park and Arizona Grand Golf Course while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in South Mountain?

Based on our traveller data, Arizona Grand Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in South Mountain. This resort is a short 14-minute walk from Arizona Mills Mall, and it offers 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Legacy Golf Resort and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix-Airport by IHG .

How many hotels can I expect to find in South Mountain?

Expedia has 275 hotels and other accommodation options in South Mountain to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Phoenix area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Mountain, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in South Mountain.

What is there to do in this Phoenix neighbourhood?

If you're looking for activities to do while you're in South Mountain, look into Arizona Grand Golf Course and Raven Golf Club. Oasis Water Park and Salt River are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Mountain include Jesse Owens Parkway, Mystery Castle and Dobbins Lookout. When you're sightseeing around the area, Chase Field and Mortgage Matchup Center are a couple of other sights to visit.

Top 10 South Mountain Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for South Mountain hotels

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing natural light.

1. Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport

South Mountain

Robert

RM483 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A buffet with labeled trays of turkey sausage, bacon, and other items.

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix-Airport by IHG

South Mountain

Keila

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern restaurant interior with red and brown chairs, wooden tables, a cushioned bench, and a central bar area.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport

South Mountain

Javier

RM449 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with stone walls, large windows, and a fire pit.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Phoenix Airport South

South Mountain

Juan

RM430 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a window with curtains.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Phoenix Airport, AZ

South Mountain

Christian

RM382 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

6. Hilton Phoenix Airport

South Mountain

Samuel

RM525 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern lobby with a sofa, a coffee table, and a seating area with chairs.

7. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites PHOENIX AIRPORT by IHG

South Mountain

Aurelio

RM440 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A circular fire pit with seating around it, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Phoenix Airport

South Mountain

Bonnie

RM492 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a decorative wooden partition.

9. GreenTree Inn & Suites Phoenix Sky Harbor

South Mountain

Lawrence

RM333 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Phoenix Airport South

South Mountain

Martin

RM848 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A person holding a drink near a pool with a water slide and outdoor seating in the background.

11. Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

South Mountain

Susan

RM1,076 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel entrance with a 'Lobby' sign, a parking lot with a handicapped parking space, and a red car parked in the lot.

12. Extended Stay America Suites Phoenix Airport

South Mountain

Aaron

RM331 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

13. Sky Harbor Airport Inn

South Mountain

Joseph

RM248 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A stone poolside area with a covered seating area and a stone wall.

14. Raintree at Phoenix South Mountain Preserve

South Mountain

Luis

RM1,123 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern lighting, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Tempe/Phoenix Airport, AZ

8.1 km from South Mountain

Delcy

RM456 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a round table, a bed with white linens, a large abstract painting, a floor lamp, and a window with curtains.

16. Hyatt Place Tempe Phoenix Airport

9.6 km from South Mountain

Naomi

RM430 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A Drury Inn & Suites hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

17. Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe

8.8 km from South Mountain

Kinsey

RM473 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options including yellow and purple chairs, and a brick wall backdrop.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Phoenix Downtown

Warehouse District, 7.7 km from South Mountain

Cristina

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern breakfast area with a sign reading "EXPRESS START BREAKFAST" and a "GOOD MORNING" sign on the wall.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix - Airport North by IHG

Camelback East, 10.2 km from South Mountain

Robert

RM501 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, modern chandeliers, and large windows.

20. Spark by Hilton Tempe Phoenix Airport

8 km from South Mountain

Justin

RM380 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in South Mountain

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Drury Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,673 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Phoenix Airport South	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 339 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Phoenix-Airport by IHG	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,899 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Airport	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Hilton Phoenix Airport	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,105 reviews	View

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