Planning Your Hospital Stay | Phoenix Children's Hospital
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Planning Your Hospital Stay | Phoenix Children's Hospital
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Planning Your Hospital Stay
What to Expect
Transportation (In-Hospital and Local)
Accommodations & Hotels
Tourism & Attractions
Visitor Protocol
Virtual Visits
Your doctor may refer your child to Phoenix Children’s for surgery or another procedure that requires a hospital stay. We understand that these visits take careful planning – especially for families who travel to us from outside Phoenix.
The following resources can help you start thinking about and planning for your time at the hospital.
Overnight Stays at Phoenix Children’s
When you’re preparing for a hospital stay, the to-list may seem long. Where do you start? We’ve outlined what to expect and how you can make your visit as easy as possible.
Know how to prepare for your stay
Lodging, Activities & Transportation
If you’re from out-of-town, an extended hospital stay is like planning for a trip. Find more information about:
Lodging for you and family
Transportation to and from the hospital
Fun things to explore nearby
Options for Hospital Visitors
We welcome visitors at Phoenix Children’s, but our visitor protocol helps us protect our patients. Review visitor information, so you understand who can visit your child and when.
Review visitor protocol
Sometimes, you can’t visit your child in person because of work or other responsibilities. Our Virtual Visit program gives you the option to see your child by video from anywhere at any time.
Learn about virtual visits
Other Patient & Family Services
As part of your child’s hospital stay, you have access to several in-hospital resources, including:
Activities, entertainment and amenities, such as laundry
Food and dining options
Gift shop with delivery services
Internet and phones
Relaxation, wellness and spiritual resources
Security services
Learn about in-hospital services for patients and families
Additional Resources
Wayfinding App
Health Education Resources
Support Programs
After Your Visit
Skip to main content
Help shape the future of health in Maricopa County. Participate in the county’s Community Health Needs Assessment by April 30.
Take the Survey
Planning Your Hospital Stay
What to Expect
Transportation (In-Hospital and Local)
Accommodations & Hotels
Tourism & Attractions
Visitor Protocol
Virtual Visits
Your doctor may refer your child to Phoenix Children’s for surgery or another procedure that requires a hospital stay. We understand that these visits take careful planning – especially for families who travel to us from outside Phoenix.
The following resources can help you start thinking about and planning for your time at the hospital.
Overnight Stays at Phoenix Children’s
When you’re preparing for a hospital stay, the to-list may seem long. Where do you start? We’ve outlined what to expect and how you can make your visit as easy as possible.
Know how to prepare for your stay
Lodging, Activities & Transportation
If you’re from out-of-town, an extended hospital stay is like planning for a trip. Find more information about:
Lodging for you and family
Transportation to and from the hospital
Fun things to explore nearby
Options for Hospital Visitors
We welcome visitors at Phoenix Children’s, but our visitor protocol helps us protect our patients. Review visitor information, so you understand who can visit your child and when.
Review visitor protocol
Sometimes, you can’t visit your child in person because of work or other responsibilities. Our Virtual Visit program gives you the option to see your child by video from anywhere at any time.
Learn about virtual visits
Other Patient & Family Services
As part of your child’s hospital stay, you have access to several in-hospital resources, including:
Activities, entertainment and amenities, such as laundry
Food and dining options
Gift shop with delivery services
Internet and phones
Relaxation, wellness and spiritual resources
Security services
Learn about in-hospital services for patients and families
Additional Resources
Wayfinding App
Health Education Resources
Support Programs
After Your Visit