Plan a refreshing summer getaway nearby at these luxury staycations in Scottsdale.
The Andaz Scottsdale Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary pool. PHOTO BY STEPHANIE RUSSO
With 185 bungalows and suites, all with private patios, guests may discover inspiration in the serene desert terrain at Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows. Take a break from the heat and experience the soothing effects of Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary’s Summer Spa package—available from June to August—that includes a 60-minute facial and body treatment combination, and poolside refreshments and cooling amenities, such as a chilled eye mask. In honor of Global Wellness Day, Andaz Scottsdale will provide a variety of offerings such as classes, specials for lunch and dinner, and spa packages to promote wellness for hotel guests and locals; plus, from June 5 to 11, guests can book the Summer Skin Therapy package and receive an additional wellness-focused gift. And, during the week of June 5, guests can delight in food and beverage specials filled with antioxidants, superfoods and anti-inflammatory ingredients from Weft and Warp Art Bar + Kitchen. The resort offers a variety of activities with Andaz Adventures, through which guests can book guided hikes, biking, hot air balloon rides and a new hanging meditation experience. 6114 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, andazscottsdale.com
Located on 65 acres, Fairmont Scottsdale Princess has convenient proximity to the town’s greatest activities, shopping and restaurants. Enjoy the day lounging at one of the resort’s six dazzling pools, or hit its top-of-the-line golf course. At Well & Being Spa, indulge in a thoroughly tailored menu of wellness options, or dine at one of the six award-winning restaurants and bars. Native wildlife tours and lagoon fishing are among exciting experiences at the Trailblazers Kids Club, keeping your children entertained as you enjoy the resort’s other fantastic amenities. And, this summer is Adventure Summer at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, featuring zip lines, Volcano Glo parties, dive-in movies, character appearances and more. Plus, book early for its Freedom Fest over the Fourth of July holiday. 7575 E. Princess Drive, Scottsdale, scottsdaleprincess.com
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North pool. PHOTO COURTESY OF FOUR SEASONS RESORT SCOTTSDALE AT TROON NORTH
In the summer, there’s plenty to plan with a stay at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North. Take advantage of early dawn days with a morning hike to Pinnacle Peak Park or sunrise yoga on property, or venture off property for a morning tee time at Troon North Golf Club. The rotating weekly calendar of events includes programming such as the new Desert Bathing experience where guests embark on a meditative Zen hike that incorporates intentional yoga poses along the way and concludes at The Spa with cooling, aromatherapy-scented towels and a brief recentering exercise. Or head to the spa to experience a desert-inspired treatment such as the Nopal Massage, using cactus paddles as part of the treatment. All season long, the resort offers an Experience More package, giving guests a $100 credit with every two paid consecutive nights. The credit can be used toward spa, dining and cabana rentals, among other things. Be on the lookout for complimentary margarita demonstrations, wine tastings and stargazing as well. 10600 E. Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale, fourseasons.com/scottsdale
Refreshing drinks at Hotel Valley Ho also await. PHOTO COURTESY OF HOTEL VALLEY HO
Now a modern gem in Downtown Scottsdale, Hotel Valley Ho was once a popular hideaway spot for Hollywood icons, spanning generations from Bing Crosby to Janet Jackson. It features major additions such as ZuZu, VH Spa and OH Pool. Zuzu, its gourmet eatery, is a local favorite featuring chic interiors and unparalleled service. VH Spa, a modern spa and fitness center, offers a variety of soothing treatments and workout sessions. Guests can unwind under the palms at OH Pool as they sip cocktails and enjoy tasty bites with full poolside service along with cabana and daybed rentals. This summer, take advantage of its Advance Purchase Rate offer, giving 20% off the hotel’s best available rate when you prepay using promotional code PROPREPAY. 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale, hotelvalleyho.com
Set on 125 acres of Sonoran Desert terrain in affluent Paradise Valley, JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa embodies the spirit of the Southwest with its peaceful desert setting, private grounds for hiking and meditation, and more. While the summer heats up, cool down with the resort’s Casitas and Ritas Package, featuring overnight accommodations in a resort casita, boasting a private garden patio or balcony to rejuvenate under the desert sun. Included in the package are two specialty handcrafted margaritas per night and $50 resort credit per night to be used toward dining, spa, golf, tennis and resort shops. Using promotion code D60, guests can enjoy the perks through Sept. 30. 5402 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, marriott.com
Dine, swim, golf, pamper, sleep, repeat. Offering luxury accommodations in the iconic desert landscape of Paradise Valley, this boutique property provides it all, including an 18-hole golf course overlooking the picturesque Camelback Mountain. Mountain Shadows features fine dining at its open kitchen and bar, Hearth ’61, and comfortable patio seating at Rusty’s, the hotel’s golf grill and lounge. Leisure meets luxury at the hotel’s two 75-foot pools connected by a modern waterfall, including a full-service menu with specialty cocktails and gourmet cuisine. Guests can sip and savor poolside under the warm desert sun after a workout class at the hotel’s high-tech 4,000-square-foot fitness center. This summer, take advantage of its Advance Purchase Rate offer for 20% off the hotel’s best available rate when you prepay using promotional code PROPREPAY. 5445 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, mountainshadows.com
Relax in the Kasbah Pool at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia. PHOTO COURTESY OF OMNI SCOTTSDALE RESORT & SPA AT MONTELUCIA
This Spanish-inspired resort is the perfect getaway for those who favor luxury, relaxation and recreation. Omni at Montelucia’s three sparkling pools are encircled by tropical trees that provide shade under the warm Arizona sun. For stays through Sept. 30, guests are offered Stay More, Play More savings where the longer you stay, the more you save for up to three nights with 20% off. Joya Spa guarantees a one-of-a-kind wellness experience while Joya Motion Studio, Omni’s 24-hour fitness center, offers yoga, strength and core classes, and private training sessions. Dine at Prado, which resembles a picturesque old-world Spanish village, and explore the unique and delicious flavors of Spain’s Andalusian region, with comfortable seating on the patio, in the atrium and at the tapas bar. 4949 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, omnihotels.com
The Mother of Pearl pool at The Phoenician awaits outside the spa. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE PHOENICIAN
At The Phoenician, guests can dine in style at one of the eight diverse dining venues; golf on the 18-hole course with panoramic views of Camelback Mountain; or relax at The Phoenician Spa, a three-story facility with 24 treatment rooms and an extensive collection of treatments. The pool area includes the gorgeous Mother of Pearl Pool, as well as the Kids Zone’s 197-foot twisting waterslide and treehouse. Keep the kids entertained as you laze away at the Mediterranean-inspired poolside bar, Kalio Kabobery. A guest hot spot is the Athletic Club featuring a game room; tennis, pickleball and basketball courts; and a full movement studio. Guests at both The Phoenician and The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician, its boutique hotel on property, will receive its best rates of the year, plus a $50 nightly resort credit using promotional code SUM for stays through Sept. 7. 6000 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, thephoenician.com
Indulge at Cala at Senna House. PHOTO COURTESY OF SENNA HOUSE
As the first new hotel in Old Town’s Entertainment District in 13 years, Senna House Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton, has quickly settled in, offering a lush desert-modern aesthetic and a serene Sonora Swim Club pool deck overlooking Camelback Road and Old Town Scottsdale, with unobstructed views of Camelback Mountain. Sip, snack and splash your way into summer with its Sip & Splash Package, which includes a Sonora Swim Club view room, a sweet and salty snack amenity, a bottle of wine and poolside cocktails for four, offered through Sept. 1 using promotion code P2. And, don’t miss a taste of Cala, chef Beau MacMillan’s newest Mediterranean coastal concept, during your stay. 7501 E. Camelback Road Scottsdale, hilton.com/en/curio
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