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Home in The Octotillo
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviewsOcotillo Lakes w/ pool heater, golf views, BBQ
Amanda kept up with me and emailed me if I needed anything. The place is very nice and clean
Home in Ahwatukee Foothills
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 341 reviewsGreat Mountain View’s With Pool And Heated Jacuzzi
The house was immaculate! No issues at all, beds were comfortable, rooms spacious, needs were met to the fullest extent, John & Marisol were such great hosts!! They made sure we had what we needed, check in was easy and very accommodating, and check out was very pleasing to us. Thank you both for such a pleasant stay, we will definitely be booking with them again!!💜 Thank You very much!!
Home in Mesa
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviewsComfy & Clean Vacation Home with Amazing Views
We had a wonderful stay at the house with the great surroundings. The location was quiet and spacious with a great view, especially from the rooftop. Everything worked and fulfilled our expectations. We can recommend this home and would stay there again. Many thanks to Nathan & Melissa
Home in Paradise Valley Village
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviewsAdobe castle peaceful close to Mayo 3BR 2BA POOL
I can’t say enough good things about our stay. The place was bright, open, and clean. The outdoor area and pool were the highlight for us. My family and I were already discussing our return to Janet’s home before our last day. Highly recommend.
Home in Fountain Hills
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviewsCasa de Palmetto AZ - Private Home with Pool
Absolutely perfect stay here. Clean and beautiful home. Lovely pool with inviting backyard. Cute details like little welcome card and chocolates and water on night stands. I came to run Javelina Jundred in McDowell park and this location was close and easy to navigate to and from. I 100% recommend this home and I wouldn’t have changed a thing about our stay!
Home in South Scottsdale
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviewsBest House/Scottsdale Old Town
We had a wonderful time at Kurt’s house. Two of us moms brought our four daughters for their spring break. The house was perfect for all of us. (Ages 9-39.) I would definitely recommend this house to anyone. It has so many perks to it! Location, pool, hot tub, Views, and even stocked well with household items. Kurt was very communicative and always made sure everything was working and how it should be. Thanks Kurt for such a great place to stay. Will definitely be back if we come to the area again!
Home in Johnson Ranch
5 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviewsSan Tan-tastic Comfort and Sunshine
Loved this home. Best Airbnb I’ve been to so far. Was immaculately clean, so comfortable and cozy. The neighborhood was really quiet and peaceful. Lots of room in the home and the backyard. Close to shopping and restaurants. Will definitely Rent again and I definitely recommend Rita’s home 100%.
Home in Ahwatukee Foothills
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviewsSouth Mountain View 3 br house!!!!!
David is a "super host" indeed. He always answered any question right away. He genuinely wanted us to have a good time. His house is filled with anything you might need. We hiked everyday in the preserve since an entrance is literally right next door. We fed the birds and listened to the coyotes at night...simply a great place to stay.
Mesa condo rentals
Condo in Scottsdale
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviewsPeaceful Condo in heart of Old Town Scottsdale
Had a fabulous stay in Scottsdale! The unit is spacious, and the pool area is beautiful and peaceful! There are so many loungers and it was very quiet when we were there. At times we had it all to ourselves! There is covered outdoor parking and the location is fabulous to walk or take a golf cart taxi to Old Town. Check in and out was a breeze. Would definitely stay here again.
Condo in Scottsdale
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviewsResort Style, Luxury Condo - Heart of Old Town
Lovely apartment, very helpful and responsive host. Recommend Rene's place!
Condo in Scottsdale
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviewsThe Golden Palm Old Town Scottsdale
Great little place. Good location. I will be back
Condo in Fashion Square
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviewsStunning 2Bd/2Ba - Old Town, Scottsdale Condo
We really enjoyed our stay at Jim’s Condo! Everything was very clean and perfect location. Jim was very responsive and flexible with our check in which we so appreciated! We also appreciated Jim’s restaurant advice- we tried three of them and all amazing. Thank you Jim!
Condo in Scottsdale
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 354 reviewsSwanky Scottsdale Condo
Had a great time at Jennifer’s place! The communication was top notch
Condo in Downtown Scottsdale
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviewsTrendy MidCentury Modern - Old Town Scottsdale
I fell upon this listing days before I booked. This was a great rental in a great location, central to a lot of the places we were trying to visit. Tiffany was a very friendly, responsive host & allowed us to check in an hour earlier. Very cute decor, anything & everything that we needed was on site. This is my 3rd time traveling to Scottsdale for a few days & the first time I stayed in a airbnb vs a hotel. Very glad I made this decision & hope to be back soon. THANK YOU TIFFANY!
Condo in McCormick Ranch
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviewsGlorious Green Condo w/Heated Pool & Hot Tub
Wonderful stay. I loved the layout of the room and bedroom and kitchen. I also loved the balcony. It was clean, and the bed was super comfortable. Tons of fluffy soft pillows and the place was well stocked. Very responsive hosts. Thanks for a great stay!
Condo in North Mountain
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviewsRelaxing Waterfront Oasis -Travel Nurse,Sports,Med
Very beautiful. Easy access to everything in the Phoenix area.
Mesa RV rentals
Camper/RV in Queen Creek
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviewsCamp at Horseshoe Park! *NEW*
Mike was great, he was super responsive to any questions, and the couple small issues that we had were dealt with quickly and helpfully.
Camper/RV in Glendale
4.67 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsHILL AirBnB2
Nice camper in a secluded back yard. Close to Phoenix, Scottsdale and Glendale. May need to bring ear plugs or sound machine at night to block out the airplanes and traffic noise. Nice area to walk in Am or late EVE.
Camper/RV in Encanto
5 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviewsVintage camper Midtown Phoenix
I just love staying here - I can’t say enough about it! I love the camper - so cozy! The bed is super comfortable! I love waking up to all the bird songs. I love showering outside, in privacy, with the sun on my face! I love reading next to a campfire before I go to sleep at night. Somehow, Celeste has made an oasis of safety & serenity right in the middle of Phoenix, and I am oh, so grateful! Thank you again, Celeste, for sharing this space! I hope to be able to visit again and again! ❤️
Camper/RV in South Mountain
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 366 reviewsGroovy Terry Trailer
Stayed here for almost a week for “glamping” with my daughters. The trailer was clean and cozy and had everything you would need. The shared kitchen and bathrooms were spacious and clean. My daughters had a great time walking the grounds and making smores by the fire
Camper/RV in Camelback East
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviewsThe Roadrunner
This was actually my first time staying in a RV and what an experience. I kind of want an RV now just based on this experience alone haha. Everything was clean and spotless, all appliances and air conditioning worked really well. Shower took a little while to warm up since I was unaware it needed time to recharge the hot water but it was a minor inconvenience. Honestly this was a fantastic get away in a quiet neighborhood after work in the downtown area and I would stay again in an instant. Joe and Wendy were very responsive and always friendly. A++ host with a A++ place
Camper/RV in Deer Valley
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviewsShaggy Dog BnB - The Dog House
The RV was a fun weekend experience. I loved the outdoor shower (fyi the shower in the RV is tiny and there isn’t much hot water). It was a little cool while I was there but there was a heater that kept the space warm. The kitchen was what I needed to make breakfast. It was close to lookout mountain which was a great spot for a morning trail run.
Camper/RV in Gilbert
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews1960s Retro Dreamo Camper
What a great and cute place. Me and my eleven year old son came for a mini-local-stay-cation / getaway. At first, I think my son was a little "Dad, what's this? This is no fun." But he quickly warmed up and after one day he said (unsolicited) "this trailer was fun! I really like it." It's exactly as the pictures show, and Amy and family are SUPER hosts - incredibly friendly. Couple of notes about the trailer - the beds are VERY comfortable. My son and I were surprised; he commented when we saw the mattresses, "these are not going to be comfortable," but we both were pleasantly surprised. Also, the shower and toilet are "retro-small." I'm 6' 2" 240, and using the commode was tricky. I chose not to try the shower personally (due to small size and curtain complexity), but, I feel sure for people less "substantial" than me - it would work great! Finally, the fruit from their property - so so yummy! The "icing on the cake" for this stay. Thanks Amy and family!
Camper/RV in Encanto
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 608 reviewsVintage Airstream Near Downtown & Arts District
Great place, thank you!
Quick stats about vacation rentals in Mesa
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3.6K properties
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Family-friendly rentals
2.4K properties are a good fit for families
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1.2K properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
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Your guide to Mesa
All About Mesa
Saguaro cactus reaching to the sky, expanses of terracotta-tiled roofs, and the constant presence of the arid, imposing Superstition Mountains characterize this south-central Arizona city. While Mesa may technically be a suburb of Phoenix, it certainly doesn’t take a back seat. As Arizona’s third-largest municipality, Mesa has more than its fair share of cultural offerings, recreational activities, and entertainment options. Mesa is home to stylish cafes, a thriving nightlife, and talented chefs exploring the intersection of Mexican, indiginous Southwest, and European cuisines. The Mesa Arts Center is the largest art park in the Southwest, with over 200 sculptures, theaters, and galleries.
The city’s proximity to the Sonoran Desert and accompanying nature reserves provide plenty of opportunities to explore the area’s world-renowned red rock formations. Hiking and mountain biking are popular activities here, with easy access to hundreds of miles of trail systems snaking through the deserts. For a reprieve from the heat, you can always head onto the Salt River or one of several nearby lakes, joining the other paddle boarders, kayakers, and swimmers cooling off in the water.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Mesa
Mesa boasts over 300 days of annual sunshine, with accompanying desert conditions, but the temperature does shift from season to season: from sunny and warm during the winter to scorching (and sunny) in the summer. Because of the extreme heat, winter and the shoulder seasons may be the ideal times to look for vacation rentals in Mesa — especially if you’re planning on hiking and mountain biking. Regardless of the time of year, it is important to be prepared for the heat and sun when visiting Mesa. Be sure you always have access to cool clothing, sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water when you’re outdoors (many locals also keep water in the car in case of emergencies).
Top things to do in Mesa
Lost Dutchman Museum
Set on a 15-acre plot of land at the foot of Superstition Mountain, this museum highlights the history and folklore of southern Arizona. Geological displays will help you look at the ancient rock formations in a new light, and an exhibition on the region’s Native American roots traces the history of human habitation here back more than 12,000 years. Adjacent to the museum are the remnants of the Apacheland Movie Ranch; during its heyday, the facades of storefronts and streets you’ll wander around were used to film several now-famous Westerns.
Arizona Museum of Natural History
Arizona’s arid climate conditions have preserved the area’s geological, anthropological, and ecological history extraordinarily well. The Arizona Museum of Natural History showcases the wide-ranging varieties of fossils archeologists have found in this region, including those belonging to dinosaurs and long-extinct North American megafauna.
Usery Mountain Regional Park
Half an hour outside town, this nearly 4,000-acre nature park lies at the mouth of the Sonoran Desert. Hiking, biking, and horse riding trails lead you through terrain as varied as rugged mountaintops and vast stands of saguaros. If you’re up for a late-night drive, park’s desert air also provides some of the most pristine stargazing opportunities in the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the weather in Mesa?
Mesa has a desert climate. Summers can be extremely hot, with temperatures reaching over 100°F (38°C). However, winters are mild and comfortable, averaging around 70°F (21°C), perfect for exploring outdoor attractions. The city gets minimal rain, mostly in the winter months.
What are some of the best things to do in Mesa?
In Mesa, you can explore the local history at the Arizona Museum of Natural History, immerse yourself in arts and culture at the Mesa Arts Center, or enjoy outdoor activities in the parks. For a unique experience, visit the Butterfly Wonderland, home to thousands of butterflies.
What is the best time of year to visit Mesa?
Mesa is popular between October and April when the weather is at its most comfortable, ranging between 70°F (21°C) and 80°F (27°C). During this time, the city hosts events like the Mesa Music Festival in November and the Spring Training Baseball in March.
What are the best places to stay in Mesa?
Downtown Mesa is often recommended for its proximity to cultural attractions and restaurants. East Mesa is known for its serene neighborhoods and outdoor activities. For a more upscale stay, Las Sendas promises beautiful views and golf courses.
What are the best places to visit in Mesa?
Explore Mesa's fascinating attractions such as the Arizona Museum of Natural History, the Mesa Arts Center, the Usery Mountain Regional Park, and the Mesa Grande Cultural Park. If you're interested in aviation, the Commemorative Air Force Airbase Arizona is a frequently suggested spot.
What are some hiking trails in Mesa?
Mesa features a variety of hiking trails for all levels. The Wind Cave Trail at Usery Mountain Regional Park, the Pass Mountain Trail, and the Maricopa Trail which links regional parks offer breathtaking desert landscapes. Remember to bring water and sun protection!
What are some family activities to do in Mesa?
Families can enjoy interactive learning at the Arizona Museum of Natural History, get close to marine life at the Sea Life Arizona Aquarium, or explore the outdoors at Usery Mountain Regional Park. The Crayola Experience is also a hit among children, promoting creativity and fun.
What are some of the best day trip ideas in Mesa?
The Apache Trail Scenic Drive is an often recommended day trip from Mesa. You could also explore the nearby city of Scottsdale, or venture further to Phoenix's Desert Botanical Garden, both within 32 km. For a unique experience, a visit to the Biosphere 2 science facility is approximately a 2-hour drive away.
What types of vacation rentals are available in Mesa?
Uncover the perfect home-away-from-home with our diverse selection of vacation rentals in Mesa. From over 230 condo rentals to over 2,440 house rentals, we've got you covered. For even more variety, explore our Airbnb Categories to find the ideal space for your getaway.
Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Mesa?
Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 2,200 vacation rentals in Mesa featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.
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