Sierra Vista

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Discover wild frontier history and Apache legends alongside breathtaking mountains and stunning canyons surrounding southern Arizona’s cultural hub.

Flanked by the dramatic purple and orange landscape of the Huachuca Mountains, Sierra Vista is set in some of Arizona’s most beautiful scenery. The city is a modern cultural and commercial hub in southern Arizona and its surrounding region is infused with a rich heritage, from ancient Apache settlements to wild tales of the Old West and buffalo soldiers. The surrounding region has a number of different ecosystems to explore, including rugged canyons, dry lakes and mountain ranges.

Visit downtown Sierra Vista to experience the city’s lively cultural scene. Enjoy diverse festivals and events, such as the Cochise Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering in February. Attend Sierra Vista Symphony Orchestra concerts and various events and performances hosted by the Art Discovery Series and Veterans’ Park. Take in some local military and frontier history at Fort Huachuca and its associated museums.

Explore Sierra Vista’s surrounding area. Visit vineyards or stop by Fairbank, a ghost town. Go hiking, cycling or horseback riding through the Huachuca Mountains, the Coronado National Forest, the San Pedro National Riparian Conservation Area and the Ramsey Canyon Preserve. Enjoy stunning nature trails and catch a glimpse of rare and beautiful bird species.

The Huachuca Mountains and the awe-inspiring “sky islands” that peak the ranges make for an unforgettable Arizona experience. See pictographs made by Native Americans thousands of years ago in the mountain range rocks. Take a trip to Our Lady of the Sierras Shrine, a chapel with magnificent valley views.

Reach Sierra Vista by plane to Tucson International Airport or by bus. The city features a convenient local bus system. Explore Sierra Vista’s stunning landscapes by car or with a charter tour. Sierra Vista’s warm and mild year-round temperatures and low rainfall make for ideal hiking and camping conditions, but make sure you are properly prepared for unexpected weather, such as heavy rain or cold snaps, when exploring outside the city.

Knights Inn Sierra Vista

Knights Inn Sierra Vista

2 out of 5
1551 E Fry Boulevard, Sierra Vista, AZ
The price is €50 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
€50
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Sierra Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (791 reviews)
"I truly appreciate the service at this hotel. It always saves us when we have work in Sierra Vista, as it’s the most comfortable place for us to stay. The service has always been excellent."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Knights Inn Sierra Vista
Best Western Plus Sun Canyon

Best Western Plus Sun Canyon

2.5 out of 5
260 N Garden Ave, Sierra Vista, AZ
The price is €113 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
€113
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sierra Vista. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (614 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel, breakfast is good and clean, and had the variety of different coffees as well since it was the expresso coffee machine. Able to see the sun rise. Only 5 minutes to the military base. Feel safe. The road is under construction."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Best Western Plus Sun Canyon
The Vistas

The Vistas

2.5 out of 5
1850 E Wilcox Dr, Sierra Vista, AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €54 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
€54
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sierra Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
The Vistas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hill’s Hummingbird Haven  LLC 21442827

Hill’s Hummingbird Haven LLC 21442827

Sierra Vista
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Sierra Vista. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Henry F. Hauser Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews)
"Very comfortable and inviting. My friends and I enjoyed our evenings playing games. During the day we went to some lovely sites. Every thing we could have needed was provided. Easy to get into the home. Felt safe and comfortable. If I ever come this direction again I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Hill’s Hummingbird Haven LLC 21442827
NEW Mountain View 4 BDRM Home with Pool & Spa, right on a Golf Course

NEW Mountain View 4 BDRM Home with Pool & Spa, right on a Golf Course

Sierra Vista
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Sierra Vista. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Cinemark Sierra ...
NEW Mountain View 4 BDRM Home with Pool & Spa, right on a Golf Course
Patio Paradise 3-Bedroom Home Hot Tub too! 5 minutes from Fort Huachuca

Patio Paradise 3-Bedroom Home Hot Tub too! 5 minutes from Fort Huachuca

Sierra Vista
Stay at this vacation home in Sierra Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Henry F. Hauser Museum and San Pedro Riparian ...
Patio Paradise 3-Bedroom Home Hot Tub too! 5 minutes from Fort Huachuca
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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