By The Editors By The Editors | February 20, 2024 | Lifestyle, Feature, Guides,
Here are the 13 buzziest hotels in Scottsdale, no matter what your needs are.
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
It’s hard to go wrong with the Four Seasons, especially so in Scottsdale. Luxe accommodations include adobe casitas surrounded by saguaro cacti, dramatic valleys and Pinnacle Peak. Guests can enjoy special privileges at Pinnacle and Monument golf courses with shuttle transportation or while the day away at the desert-inspired spa. Delicious cuisine includes modern Spanish steakhouse favorites at Talavera and American comfort classics at Proof.
Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows
Set on a sprawling 23-acre estate, Andaz Scottsdale’s vibrant, midcentury modern accommodations stun among the desert’s unparalleled vistas. Adventure awaits with plenty of guided outdoor activities, while The Palo Verde Spa and Apothecary’s treatments, steam room and outdoor lounge are absolutely divine.
Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale
Originally built in 1959, Mountain Shadows Resort debuted an extreme remodel in 2017, adding geometric accents, two 75-foot pools, a 4,000-square-foot fitness facility and The Gallery, a museum-inspired space that hosts rotating art exhibitions every two months.
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
Fully immerse yourself in sumptuous desert landscapes at these elevated accommodations, where the guest room decor takes inspiration from rolling tumbleweeds, cracked earth and bronze accents. Dining offerings include Lincoln Steakhouse & Bar, traditional Mexican dishes at Rita’s Cantina & Bar and health-forward offerings from Sprouts at the Spa.
Created by painter Lon Megargee in the 1930s, this boutique hotel pays homage to its roots with a self-guided tour of his original artworks throughout the property. Out of the 43 hacienda-style accommodations, our fave is the 750-square-foot Grand Casita with an antique pedestal tub and outdoor patio.
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia
The Spanish-inspired environs at Omni Montelucia include three resort-style pools with palm trees and cabanas; myriad dining options, including the uber-romantic Prado, Taqueria Centro and Crave Cafe (serving up Cult Coffee Roasters); and fashionable designs from coveted designers at Dulcinea Boutique.
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.
At The Phoenician and The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician, its boutique hotel on property, 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.
The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch
Step into this hacienda-inspired resort and staycation in one of its 326 guest rooms and suites. Guests can renew at the Luna Spa, a premier destination for indulging the mind, body and soul with relaxing massages, revitalizing facials and full body treatments. For those seeking to venture off-site, enjoy off-road Jeep tours, horseback riding and world-class shopping just minutes away.
Delight in Sonoran Desert-inspired accommodations at The Boulders, plus two award-winning golf courses, a sumptuous 33,000-square-foot spa, four swimming pools, five delicious on-site restaurants and so much more. Splurge on a villa or hacienda, the hotel’s uber-private stand-alone residences, featuring wood-burning fireplaces, beamed ceilings and natural stone showers.
There’s so much to love at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, including six resort-style pools (including Arizona’s only white sand beach), two relaxing spa spaces (Well & Being Spa and Sisley-Paris Spa) and multiple dining options (Bourbon Steak, La Hacienda, Toro, Ironwood American Kitchen, The Plaza Bar). Fairmont Gold offers enhanced VIP services such as a continental breakfast, signature happy hours and curated sleep enhancement offerings.
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa
Nestled on 53 sprawling acres in Paradise Valley, Sanctuary Camelback Mountain boasts well-appointed mountain casitas, suites and private villas. Rest and relax with Asian-inspired treatments at The Sanctuary Spa, housing 12 indoor and outdoor treatment rooms alongside a Zen meditation garden and reflection pond. Elements American cuisine features Asian flavors, while the Infinity Pool delights with reservable cabanas.
Finally opening to the public this March, this modern 11-story glass structure is the first non-gaming hotel from Caesars Entertainment in the U.S. and houses 265 guest rooms, including 28 luxury suites. Two signature Italian restaurants (Luna and Pronto) created by celebrated chef and TV personality Giada De Laurentiis are sure to delight, while the seventh-floor rooftop pool is served by Seven, a poolside bar.
Photography by: COURTESY OF THE FOUR SEASONS RESORT SCOTTSDALE