Encanto, AZ

Phoenix

Encanto Park showing a pond and a garden
Encanto Park which includes a river or creek and a bridge
Encanto Park which includes a garden
Encanto Park showing a lake or waterhole
Encanto Park which includes a pond and a park
Theaters and art galleries provide a buzzing culture district, while the neighborhood’s parks, golf courses and distant mountains present wonderful scenery.

Encanto is a trendy and leafy area known for its namesake park, which has an amusement park at its center. It is one of the 15 villages that combine to form Phoenix, with its own malls, theaters and vast leafy grounds. While visiting Encanto, get a sense of local culture through artistic displays and performances.

Watch a show at the historic Phoenix Theatre, one of the oldest of its kind, dating back to 1920. Its new building has a modern, glassy atrium and a colorful lighting display. Just across the street, attend one of the classical operatic performances at the Arizona Opera.

Between these two majestic theaters is the Phoenix Art Museum, where you can view the latest temporary exhibits. It features an eclectic collection, ranging from fashion and photography, to modern and contemporary. Admire the sleek design of the Viad Tower and go shopping in the Park Central Mall.

Spend time outside to appreciate the zone’s impressive scenery. Encanto Park is one of the city’s highlights, with a vast lagoon and swimming pool. Bring your kids to the Enchanted Island amusement park, which has rides for folks of all ages. Play golf on one of the park’s two picturesque courses and fish for rainbow trout and largemouth bass in the water. Marking the northern edge of the district is Sunnyslope Mountain, recognizable by the giant S on its slope.

Encanto borders the northern side of the Central City village, at the core of Phoenix. It is also next to Camelback East and Alhambra. Arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and drive northwest for 6 miles (10 kilometers) to get here in about 15 minutes. You can also travel here by tram to the Thomas/Central Avenue stop.


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Staybridge Suites Phoenix - Biltmore Area by IHG

Staybridge Suites Phoenix - Biltmore Area by IHG

3 out of 5
2940 N GREENFIELD RD, Phoenix, AZ
Fully refundable
$113 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
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Staybridge Suites Phoenix - Biltmore Area by IHG
Home2 Suites BY Hilton Phoenix Midtown

Home2 Suites BY Hilton Phoenix Midtown

3 out of 5
3150 N CENTRAL AVE, Phoenix, AZ
$101 nightly
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Stay at this 3-star hotel in Phoenix. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Chase Field and PHX Arena are located ...
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"Very clean, everything looks new. Rooms were amazing, kitchenette was a plus."

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Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort

4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ
$147 nightly
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Talking Stick Resort
FOUNDRE Phoenix

FOUNDRE Phoenix

4 out of 5
1100 N Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
$125 nightly
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Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4 out of 5
11111 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ
$135 nightly
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Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway, Phoenix, AZ
$159 nightly
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Other neighborhoods around Encanto

Downtown Phoenix which includes signage and night scenes

Downtown Phoenix

3.5/5(2,458 area reviews)

A true urban neighborhood, Downtown Phoenix boasts major sports venues like Chase Field and Footprint Center, as well as cultural attractions such as the Arizona Science Center and Phoenix Art Museum. Easily accessible via Valley Metro Light Rail, enjoy walkable streets, friendly cafes, and local businesses.

Downtown Phoenix
Papago Park featuring desert views as well as a small group of people

Camelback East

4/5(1,116 area reviews)

Adjacent to Paradise Valley and Scottsdale, Camelback East Village boasts two main cores and sits between Piestewa Peak and Camelback Mountain. Explore the vibrant 24th Street and Camelback Road or 44th Street and Van Buren Street areas.

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Alhambra

3/5(400 area reviews)

Alhambra is a destination travelers 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.

Alhambra
South Mountain Park featuring a city, landscape views and a sunset

South Mountain

4/5(1,292 area reviews)

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.

South Mountain
North Mountain showing a small town or village, landscape views and mountains

North Mountain

3.5/5(1,948 area reviews)

If you're spending time in North Mountain, you might enjoy attractions like Castles N' Coasters and Metrocenter. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at 19th Avenue/ Dunlap Station to see more of the city.

North Mountain
Old Town

Old Town

Old Town is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Scottsdale Waterfront and Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West.

Old Town


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