Scottsdale, Arizona
Renovated
2016
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Wellness ResortOutside the door
The house
MarriottSonoran desert hideaway
A waterfall cascades through the cactus garden, giving this enclave within The Phoenician its own quiet soundtrack.
“The two-, three-, and four-bedroom villas have open kitchens, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, and huge living rooms.”
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Ambassadors greet guests by name, while turndown features lavender sachets and upon-request custom bath salt infusions.
Remarkable
The shared Phoenician Spa provides contrast hydrotherapy sequences, twenty-four treatment rooms, and a dedicated rooftop pool.
Remarkable
Access to the broader Phoenician grounds brings an eighteen-hole golf course, active tennis courts, and eight pools.
What they say
Forbes Five-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in AFAR.
The Canyon Suites emphasizes the ‘desert’ part of its identity, while eight standalone Villas offer residential comfort at the base of Camelback Mountain.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
From October through May, guided hikes explore Camelback Mountain and guided bike rides head into Old Town Scottsdale.
The rooms
Sand and blue agave tones bring the desert indoors, while locally sourced artwork evokes horses and abstract sunsets.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Yellow cabanas and an adjacent hot tub ring the private infinity pool at the foot of Camelback Mountain.
The spa and athletic club
Fireplace lounges and contrast hydrotherapy baths fill the three-story spa, and the athletic club houses stationary spin bikes.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Guests gather at the exclusive Canyon Lounge marble bar, or head to J&G Steakhouse for dinner at sunset.
How it began
Elizabeth Arden's Maine Chance Day Spa once occupied the northwest resort parcel where this boutique enclave now stands.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.