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Arizona Biltmore 2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA	602/955-6600 or 800/950-0086 Read Review
Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright's colleague Albert Chase McArthur, the Biltmore has been Phoenix's premier resort since it opened in 1929. The lobby, with its stained-glass skylights, wrought-iron pilasters, and cozy sitting alcoves, fills with piano music each evening. Guest rooms are spacious, with Southwestern-print fabrics and Mission-style furniture. Accommodating staff are unobtrusive. The Biltmore sits on 39 impeccably manicured acres of cool fountains, open walkways, and colorful flower beds. www.arizonabiltmore.com. 739 rooms, 72 villas. In-room: safe, ethernet, Wi-Fi (some). In-hotel: 4 restaurants, bar, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, bicycles, concierge, children's programs (ages 6-12), laundry service, parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Caleo Resort & Spa 4925 N. Scottsdale Rd. Dr., Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, USA	480/945-7666 or 800/528-7867 Read Review
New to the Scottsdale resort and spa block, this branch of the Kimpton family tree boasts a different approach to hospitality. The company, whose founder believed that a hotel should "relieve travelers of their insecurity and loneliness," prides itself on intimate and eco- and family-friendly boutique environments. An attentive staff focus on even the smallest details -- personal and professional -- to anticipate and alleviate worries guests might not even know they have. Caleo's spa, Jurlique, offers massages and treatments the muscles will fondly remember. Luxury rooms with patios have crisp linens, cozy bathrobes, and brand-name bath amenities. Free wine is offered to guests nightly from 5 PM to 6 PM. As if all of that weren't enough to soothe the soul, Caleo also soothes the soles with their sand-bottom pool. Parents traveling with children can also relax during Club Caleo when kids play games and enjoy pool time and snacks with certified staff members. Kids of all ages will love the large, plasma screen TVs, and the simple fun of Caleo's "S'more Kits," which can be cooked over the outdoor fire pits. www.caleoresort.com. 196 rooms, 8 suites, 1 presidential suite. In-room: Wi-Fi. In-hotel: restaurant, no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
CopperWynd Resort and Club 13225 N. Eagle Ridge Dr., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268, USA	480/333-1900 or 877/707-7760 Read Review
Nestled high on a mountain ridge above Scottsdale and Fountain Hills, this secluded resort offers breathtaking views of the Sonoran Desert and mountain vistas. Luxurious guest rooms have imported handmade furniture, granite counters, fireplaces, custom linens, and a private terrace overlooking serene desert vistas. The expansive two- and three-bedroom villas are equipped with kitchens, washers and dryers, and private garages. The Spa at CopperWynd rivals many of the Valley's top spas, and Alchemy, the resort's restaurant ($$$-$$$$), is perfect for a romantic evening. www.copperwynd.com. 32 rooms, 8 villas. In-room: dial-up. In-hotel: restaurant, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, no-smoking rooms. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort One San Marcos Pl., Chandler, AZ 85225, USA	480/812-0900 Read Review
When it opened in 1912, the San Marcos was the first golf resort in Arizona and it still one of the state's most treasured landmarks. Now a part of the Crowne Plaza family, the palm-studded, mission-style San Marcos has undergone luxury upgrades to keep it on par with its boomtown competition, while maintaining its historic beauty, architectural integrity, and charm. Improvements include the Images day spa and restyled rooms with pillow top mattresses, high thread-count sheets, down-filled duvets. Each room and suite has either a balcony or patio and the quiet, single-level golf course casitas offer patios with "Fore!-star" views. The resort operates an on-site Starbucks and there is great nearby shopping and dining. www.sanmarcosresort.com. 238 rooms, 45 casitas, 12 suites. In-room: ethernet, dial-up. In-hotel: 2 restaurants, room service, bars, golf course, pools, spa, parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess 7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85255, USA	480/585-4848 or 800/344-4758 Read Review
Home of the TPC Stadium golf course, this resort covers 450 breathtakingly landscaped acres of desert. Willow Stream Spa, one of the top spots in the country, has a dramatic rooftop pool. Kids love the fishing pond and water slides. Rooms are Southwestern in style, with tile showers and huge closets. Service is what you'd expect at a resort of this caliber: excellent and unobtrusive. Even pets get the royal treatment: a specially designated pet room comes with treats and turn-down service. www.fairmont.com. 458 rooms, 119 casitas, 72 villas, 2 suites. In-room: safe, dial-up (some). In-hotel: 5 restaurants, bars, golf courses, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, children's programs (ages 6-12), parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms, some pets allowed, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Four Seasons Scottsdale at Troon North 10600 E. Crescent Moon Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85255, USA	480/515-5700 or 888/207-9696 Read Review
This is a logical choice for serious golfers as it's adjacent to two Troon North premier courses where guests receive preferential tee times and free shuttle service. The resort is tucked in the shadows of Pinnacle Peak, near the Pinnacle Peak hiking trail. Large, casita-style rooms have separate sitting and sleeping areas as well as outdoor garden showers, fireplaces, and balconies or patios. Suites come with telescopes and star charts. Acacia ($$$-$$$$), the hotel's main restaurant, is elegant and accommodating. www.fourseasons.com. 210 rooms, 22 suites. In-room: safe, dial-up. In-hotel: 3 restaurants, bars, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, bicycles, children's programs (ages 5-12), laundry service, parking (fee), no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Gainey Suites Hotel 7300 East Gainey Suites Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85258, USA	480/922-6969 or 800/970-4666 Read Review
In the posh Gainey Ranch area, this independently owned boutique hotel is a rare find in both amenities and price. Floorplans vary from studio suites to two-bedroom suites that sleep eight, all with fully equipped kitchens. Cozy conversation areas in the lobby and an evening hors d'oeuvres reception create a warm atmosphere. The hotel is directly adjacent to the Gainey Village development, which encompasses boutique shopping and upscale dining, as well as a spa. Golfers are not forgotten; the hotel can book tee times at more than 60 courses in the area. www.gaineysuiteshotel.com. 162 suites. In-room: kitchen, refrigerator, ethernet, dial-up, Wi-Fi. In-hotel: pool, laundry facilities, no-smoking rooms. AE, D, MC, V. Continental breakfast.
Hermosa Inn 5532 N. Palo Cristi Rd., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, USA	602/955-8614 or 800/241-1210 Read Review
The ranch-style lodge at the heart of this small resort was the home and studio of cowboy artist Lon Megargee in the 1930s; today the adobe structure houses Lon's at the Hermosa, justly popular for its new American cuisine. Villas as big as private homes and individually decorated casitas hold an enviable collection of art. The Hermosa, on 6 acres of lushly landscaped desert, is a blessedly peaceful alternative to some of the larger resorts. www.hermosainn.com. 4 villas, 3 haciendas, 11 casitas, 17 ranchos. In-room: kitchen (some), dial-up. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, tennis courts, pool, parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V. Continental breakfast.
Hyatt Regency Phoenix 122 N. 2nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA	602/252-1234 Read Review
This convention-oriented hotel efficiently handles the arrival and departure of hundreds of business travelers each day. The seven-story atrium has huge sculptures, colorful tapestries, potted plants, and comfortable seating areas. Rooms are spacious, but the atrium roof blocks east views on floors 8 through 10. There's a revolving restaurant with panoramic views of the Phoenix area. www.hyatt.com. 712 rooms, 25 suites. In-room: dial-up. In-hotel: 4 restaurants, bars, pools, gym, concierge, parking (fee), no-smoking rooms. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale at Gainey Ranch 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85258, USA	480/991-3388 or 800/233-1234 Read Review
When you stay here, it's easy to imagine that you're relaxing at an oceanside resort instead of the desert. Shaded by towering palms, with manicured gardens and paths, the property has water everywhere -- a large pool area has waterfalls, a lagoon, and you can take a ride in a sandolo (small gondola). The two-story lobby, filled with Native American art, opens to outdoor conversation areas where cozy fires burn in stone fireplaces on cool nights. Large rooms have balconies or patios. Three golf courses at nearby Gainey Ranch Golf Club will suit any duffer's fancy. www.hyatt.com. 461 rooms, 7 casitas, 22 suites. In-room: dial-up. In-hotel: 4 restaurants, bars, golf courses, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, bicycles, children's programs (ages 6-12), executive floor, parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa 5350 E. Marriott Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA	480/293-5000 or 800/835-6206 Read Review
Arizona's largest resort has an immense entryway with floor-to-ceiling windows that allow the sandstone lobby, the Sonoran Desert, and the resort's amazing water features to meld together in a single prospect. Four acres of water fun include the "lazy river," where you can flop on an inner tube and float the day away, and there are two golf courses. Rooms have balconies or patios. Southwestern celebrity chef Mark Miller's Blue Sage ($$-$$$$) is just one of many convenient restaurants on the property. www.marriott.com. 869 rooms, 81 suites. In-room: safe, refrigerator (some), ethernet, dial-up, Wi-Fi (some). In-hotel: 9 restaurants, room service, bars, golf courses, tennis courts, pools, spa, bicycles, children's programs (ages 4-12), no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
JW Marriott's Camelback Inn Resort, Golf Club & Spa 5402 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, USA	480/948-1700 or 800/242-2635 Read Review
This historic resort is a swank spot for relaxation in the gorgeous valley between Camelback and Mummy mountains. Built on 125 acres in the mid-1930s, the latilla (peeled log) beam buildings ooze Southwestern charm; the grounds are adorned with stunning cacti and desert flowers. Rooms are spacious, and seven suites have private swimming pools. Visit one of 32 treatment rooms in the spa for a para-joba body wrap or an adobe-mud purification treatment. www.camelbackinn.com. 453 rooms, 27 suites. In-room: kitchen (some), ethernet. In-hotel: 6 restaurants, bar, golf courses, tennis courts, pools, spa, children's programs (ages 5-12), parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Kay El Bar Ranch 37500 S. Rincon Rd., Wickenburg, AZ, USA	928/684-7593 or 800/684-7583 Read Review
On the National Register of Historic Places, this personable, low-key, and remote guest ranch only accepts 24 guests at one time. Some of the biggest mesquite trees in Arizona shade the lodge, a family cottage with private patio (built in 1914), two separate casitas, and charming adobe cookhouse. In the evening everyone gathers in the living room by the stone fireplace for cocktails and homemade hors d'oeuvres. Mailing address: Box 2480, Wickenburg, AZ, 85358, USA. www.kayelbar.com. 8 rooms, 1 house, 2 casitas. In-room: no phone, no TV. In-hotel: restaurant, pool. MC, V. Closed May-mid-Oct. 3 meals.
Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak 7677 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ 85020, USA	602/997-2626 or 800/876-4683 Read Review
The highlight of Squaw Peak, the more family-oriented of the two Pointe Hiltons in Phoenix, is the 9-acre recreation area Hole-in-the-Wall River Ranch. It has swimming pools with waterfalls, a 130-foot water slide, and a 1,000-foot "river" that winds past a miniature golf course, tennis courts, and artificial buttes with stunning mountain vistas. Accommodations in the pink-stucco buildings vary from standard two-room suites to a grand three-bedroom house; all have balconies and TVs. The resort is adjacent to the Phoenix Mountain Preserve, making it an ideal base for hiking and biking trips. www.pointehilton.com. 431 suites, 130 casitas, 1 house. In-room: kitchen (some). In-hotel: 3 restaurants, bars, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, bicycles, children's programs (ages 6-12), no-smoking rooms, minibar, parking. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Pointe South Mountain Resort 7777 S. Pointe Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA	602/438-9000 or 877/800-4888 Read Review
This all-suites resort next to South Mountain Park has a golf course and the largest water park in Arizona -- guests can tube down a river, splash in the wave pool, or zoom down the nation's tallest water slide. There's a four-story sports center, golf, tennis, horseback riding, and mountain biking. Each suite has two TVs and a sofa bed. www.pointesouthmtn.com. 642 suites. In-room: dial-up. In-hotel: 6 restaurants, room service, golf course, tennis courts, pools, gym, bicycles, laundry facilities, minibar, parking. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Rancho de los Caballeros 1551 S. Vulture Mine Rd., Wickenburg, AZ 85390, USA	928/684-5484 or 800/684-5030 Read Review
This 20,000-acre property combines the guest-ranch experience with first-class amenities. Meals are served in the lodge's bright, festive dining room, and everyone is asked to dress for each night's sit-down dinner. Rooms are spacious, done in low-key Southwestern style. Some contain two queen-size beds and can be creatively configured -- through a system of adjoining doors -- to annex separate living rooms or sleeping quarters for children. The Los Caballeros Golf Club course is considered one of the country's top resort courses. www.guestranches.com/caballeros. 79 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, golf course, tennis courts, pool, bicycles, children's programs (ages 5-12). No credit cards. Closed mid-May-early Oct.
Ritz-Carlton 2401 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA	602/468-0700 or 800/241-3333 Read Review
The sand-color facade hides a graceful luxury hotel well known for impeccable service. The lobby and spacious public rooms are elegantly inviting, decorated with 18th- and 19th-century European paintings and a handsome china collection. Guest rooms and suites are spacious enclaves of luxury with premium mattresses and pillows, 800-thread-count sheets, and downy duvets that are even more inviting after the nightly turn-down service, complete with fine chocolate. A conscientious and attentive staff offers impeccable service while the central location means both upscale and casual dining, shopping, and entertainment are within strolling distance. Summer packages are creative, fun, and very affordable. Mountain and city vistas can be appreciated from the rooftop terrace, where there is also a heated pool. www.ritzcarlton.com. 269 rooms, 12 suites. In-room: safe, refrigerator, ethernet, Wi-Fi. In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bars, pool, gym, bicycles, laundry service, executive floor, parking (fee), no-smoking rooms. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Royal Palms Resort & Spa 5200 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85018, USA	602/840-3610 or 800/672-6011 Read Review
Once the home of Cunard Steamship executive Delos T. Cooke, this Mediterranean-style resort has a stately row of the namesake palms at its entrance, courtyards with fountains, and individually designed rooms. Deluxe casitas are all different, though they follow one of three elegant styles -- trompe l'oeil, romantic retreat, Spanish colonial. The restaurant, T. Cook's ($3-$4), is renowned and the open-air Alvadora Spa seems like it has every imaginable amenity, including an outdoor rain shower. www.royalpalmshotel.com. 34 rooms, 34 suites, 44 casitas. In-room: safe, refrigerator, ethernet, Wi-Fi. In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bar, pool, gym, spa, laundry service, parking (fee), no-smoking rooms. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain 5700 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253, USA	480/948-2100 or 800/245-2051 Read Review
This luxurious boutique hotel is the only resort on the north slope of Camelback Mountain. Secluded mountain casitas are painted in desert hues and feature breathtaking views of Paradise Valley. Chic spa casitas surround the pool and are outfitted with contemporary furnishings and private patios. Bathrooms are travertine marble with elegant sinks and roomy tubs. For those who enjoy going eau and even au naturale some suites have outdoor tubs. An infinity-edge pool, Zen meditation garden, and Asian-inspired Sanctuary Spa make this a haven for relaxation. The hotel's restaurant, elements ($$$), is the hotspot for a martini at sunset. www.sanctuaryaz.com. 98 casitas. In-room: kitchen (some), dial-up. In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bar, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa 5594 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler, AZ 85226, USA	602/225-0100 or 800/325-3535 Read Review
On the grounds of the Gila River Indian community, 11 mi south of Sky Harbor Airport, the culture and heritage of the Pima and Maricopa tribes are reflected in every aspect of this property. Guest rooms are detailed with Native art and textiles, and Kai (Pima for "seed") Restaurant ($$$-$$$$) combines Southwestern- and Native-culinary traditions. A 2½-mi replica of the Gila River meanders through the property; you can take a boat to the Whirlwind Golf Clubhouse or nearby Wild Horse Pass Casino. Keep your eyes open for the wild horses for which the resort is named. www.wildhorsepassresort.com. 474 rooms, 26 suites. In-room: safe, dial-up, Wi-Fi. In-hotel: 4 restaurants, bars, golf courses, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, children's programs (ages 5-12), laundry service, parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Tempe Mission Palms Hotel 60 E. 5th St., Tempe, AZ 85281, USA	480/894-1400 or 800/547-8705 Read Review
A handsome, casual lobby and an energetic young staff set the tone at this three-story courtyard hotel. Rooms are Southwestern in style, and comfortable. Between the Arizona State University campus and Old Town Tempe, this is a particularly convenient place to stay if you're attending ASU sports and pro-football Cardinals events (the stadium is virtually next door). Harry's Bar becomes a lively sports lounge at game time. www.missionpalms.com. 303 rooms. In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bar, tennis courts, pool, gym, airport shuttle, parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
The Boulders Resort and Golden Door Spa 34631 N. Tom Darlington Dr., Carefree, AZ 85377, USA	480/488-9009 or 800/553-1717 Read Review
One of the country's top resorts hides amid hill-size, 12-million-year-old granite boulders and the lush Sonoran Desert. Casitas snuggled against the rocks have exposed log-beam ceilings and curved, pueblo-style half-walls. Each has a patio with a view, a wood-burning fireplace, and a spacious bathroom with deep soaking tub. El Pedregal Market Place, an upscale mall, adjoins the resort, and there are two golf courses. The Golden Door spa is one of the best in the state. www.theboulders.com. 160 casitas, 46 patio homes. In-room: safe, kitchen (some), dial-up. In-hotel: 5 restaurants, room service, golf courses, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, concierge, parking (no fee), minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
The Phoenician 6000 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251, USA	480/941-8200 or 800/888-8234 Read Review
In a town where luxurious, expensive resorts are the rule, the Phoenician still stands apart, primarily in the realm of service. The gilded, marbled lobby with towering fountains is the backdrop for the $8 million collection of authentic Dutch masterworks. Large rooms, in both the main building and outer-lying casitas, are decorated with rattan furniture and have private patios and oversize marble bathrooms. There's a secluded tennis garden and 27 holes of premier golf. The Center for Well Being Spa has a meditation atrium and a pool lined with mother of pearl tiles. Mary Elaine's ($$$$) is one of the finest (and most expensive) restaurants in the state. www.thephoenician.com. 572 rooms, 73 suites. In-room: safe, dial-up. In-hotel: 10 restaurants, room service, golf courses, tennis courts, pools, gym, children's programs (ages 5-12), parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Westin Kierland Resort & Spa 6902 E. Greenway Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZ 85254, USA	480/624-1000 Read Review
Original artwork by Arizona artists is displayed throughout the Westin Kierland. Spacious rooms all have balconies or patios with views of the mountains or the resort's waterpark and tubing river. Kierland Commons, within walking distance, is a planned village of upscale specialty boutiques and restaurants. Of the eight restaurants, Deseo ($$$-$$$$) is the star, presided over by well-known chef Douglas Rodriguez, regarded as the inventor of Nuevo Latino cuisine. www.westin.com. 732 rooms, 63 suites, 32 casitas. In-room: dial-up. In-hotel: 8 restaurants, bar, golf courses, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, children's programs (ages 4-12), parking (no fee), no-smoking rooms, minibar. AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Wigwam Resort 300 Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340, USA	623/935-3811 or 800/327-0396 Read Review
Built in 1918 as a retreat for executives of the Goodyear Company, the Wigwam has the pleasing feel of an upscale lodge. Casita-style rooms, situated along paths overflowing with cacti, palms, and huge bougainvillea, are decorated in a Southwestern style: distressed-wood furniture, iron lamps, pastel walls, and brightly patterned spreads. Local art adorns the walls, and all rooms have patios. This isolated world of graciousness inspires a fierce loyalty in its guests, some of whom have been returning for more than 50 years. www.wigwamresort.com. 261 rooms, 70 suites. In-hotel: 2 restaurants, bars, golf courses, tennis courts, pools, gym, spa, children's programs (ages 6-12), parking (no fee). AE, D, DC, MC, V.
Wyndham Phoenix 50 E. Adams St., Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA	602/333-0000 Read Review
When Wyndham took over this former Crowne Plaza, the chain invested $6 million to create an appealing mix of classic comfort and modern metro accommodations. Ideally situated for all things downtown (but little else) the hotel stands, with very little competition, in the center of bustling Copper Square within 1 mi of Heritage and Science Parks, America West Arena, Bank One Ballpark, and the Arizona Center. It's also near the light rail and downtown renovation construction, which, although tedious, gives it a more appealing price tag. Spacious rooms with subtle southwestern tones are designed for the business traveler, relatively quiet (in spite of construction), and well-lighted with large desks, and ergonomic desk chairs, but they're also kid-friendly, comfortable, and convenient for pro baseball and basketball fans, as well as theater, symphony, convention, and celebrity concertgoers. www.wyndham.com. 532 rooms, 108 suites. In-room: refrigerator (some), ethernet, dial-up, Wi-Fi. In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bar, pool, gym, laundry service, parking (fee), no-smoking rooms. AE, D, DC, MC, V.