Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Mesa travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mesa

With a population of 439,041, Mesa is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mesa has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Mesa

If you’re looking for affordable options, Charleston's Restaurant - Mesa (1623 S. Stapley Dr) and Vito's Pizza and Italian Ristorante (1947 N. Lindsay Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Mesa

Mesa in July
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mesa in July
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mesa in July, when the average temperature is 86 °F, and the highest can go up to 102.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0.8″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Mesa, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Mesa

Plane

When flying to Mesa, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), which is located 10 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Mesa is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 14 miles from Mesa. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mesa, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Mesa takes 385 miles and will cost you around $100. From Las Vegas, the ticket costs about $84 for a journey of 390 miles.

Plane

When flying to Mesa, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), which is located 10 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Mesa is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 14 miles from Mesa. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mesa, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Mesa takes 385 miles and will cost you around $100. From Las Vegas, the ticket costs about $84 for a journey of 390 miles.

Airports near Mesa

PRCPrescott
PHXPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl
AZAPhoenix-Mesa Gateway

Airlines serving Mesa

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mesa

Average rates range from around $234 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $151 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mesa Near Phoenix and Mesa Az Near Downtown & Sloan Park. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mesa, with prices from $51 to $901 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mesa are about 6% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Mesa by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mesa

Most booked hotels in Mesa

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Hyatt Place Phoenix/Mesa
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1018 reviews)
$118+
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Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 536 reviews)
$232+
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Hyatt Regency Phoenix
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1466 reviews)
$166+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Mesa Near Phoenix
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1284 reviews)
$106+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix Mesa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 750 reviews)
$130+
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Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
4 stars
Good (7.9, 1297 reviews)
$122+
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Renting a car in Mesa

Renting a car in Mesa costs $43 per day, on average, or $172 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Mesa is the Dollar branch at 6033 South Sossman Road, which is 12 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in Mesa.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Mesa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Mesa is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Mesa costs $43 per day, on average, or $172 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Mesa is the Dollar branch at 6033 South Sossman Road, which is 12 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in Mesa.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Mesa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Mesa is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Mesa

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$25/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$27/day

Intermediate
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