Earth may resemble a blue ball of water from space, but a third of its land surface is actually made up of deserts. Venture out into one of the most fascinating of them at Cave Buttes Recreation Area.

The entry fee at Cave Buttes Recreation Area gives you plenty of value for your dollar. When you've created some great memories at this well-known desolate landscape in the large neighborhood of Desert View, why not explore other attractions in the area? Desert Ridge Marketplace, Musical Instrument Museum and Happy Valley Towne Centre are a few nearby.

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Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Phoenix (PHX)

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,518 reviews)

Very quick registration. Room on the top floor, my favorite, great view, dinner menu limited, but OK. Shuttle to airport - prompt, friendly service.

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025

The Scottsdale Plaza Resort & Villas

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Jun 22 - Jun 29

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Phoenix (PHX)

9/10 Wonderful! (2,206 reviews)

Stayed here 5 nights in a king suite. Very spacious, bed was comfortable. Rooms had a little musty smell to them, but not aweful. A little on the dated side. Our bed was made every day with fresh towels. Beautiful grounds well kept up. Pool area was busy over the weekend especially so was very hard to find chairs the later you went. Pool area was nice with the bar right there and great food as well. Breakfast in the mornings was good. The lounge at night was closed kind of early. Workers were all friendly. Front desk was great as we had to stay an extra night due to storms back home for flying. Gave us a great rate. Our toilet was broke the first night, but they did come after a call to fix it and no more issues.

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Scottsdale Camelback Resort

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Jun 22 - Jun 29

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Phoenix (PHX)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,052 reviews)

We stayed her for a girls trip and overall enjoyed it. I wish there was adult only hours at the pool/hot tub and the beds were a little uncomfortable but other than that we liked it.

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

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