The 10 best Resorts in Central Arizona, United States

All 744 Suites Newly Renovated! Nestled at the base of America's largest urban park and wilderness preserve, Arizona's only AAA Four Diamond all-suite resort features spacious one and two-bedroom suites. Whether meeting with colleagues or vacationing with friends, gracious service, creative culinary delights, and unique recreational activities await. All in the midst of a tropical escape.

The AAA/CAA Five Diamond Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is surrounded by lagoons, fountains, fire pits, colorful desert plants and expansive green spaces – amid the sun-drenched Sonoran Desert and the majestic McDowell Mountains of Arizona. Blending personalized service with Spanish-style architecture and outdoor adventure, we offer all of the superb amenities you expect from a world-class destination resort: Well & Being Spa, featuring spa, wellness and fitness services, Two championship-level TPC golf courses, home to the Annual PGA Tour Waste Management Phoenix Open -Six sparkling heated pools, featuring waterslides, cabanas, poolside service and a 9,000 sq. ft. white sand beach, Five award-winning restaurants and lounges -316,000 square feet of flexible event space, including both indoor and outdoor venues with two conference centers, Trailblazers Family Adventure Center, offering a wide range of onsite activities to keep kids happy and engaged -Personalized Concierge services.

Royal Palms provides an engaging and unforgettable journey for all senses. Built in 1929, this enchanting Spanish Mediterranean mansion offers 119 artfully appointed casitas, estate rooms and villas. On every stroll through winding cobblestone pathways, guests will discover romantic nooks, crackling fireplaces and splashing courtyard fountains. Intimate and tranquil, Forbes four-star Alvadora Spa indulges the senses with natural beauty and the finest spa amenities. T. Cook's crafted, thoughtful and bold approach to food, complemented with The Mix Up bar's inventive mixology, is yet another reason to make Royal Palms a must-see destination.

Explore the Sonoran desert landscape in the shadow of Mummy Mountain at Scottsdale Plaza. For nearly half a century, we’ve been a special slice of Scottsdale with over 40 acres of gardens winding through five pools, tennis courts, dining and day spa, all within moments of Old Town, mountain hikes and world-class golf courses. Stay in the center of it all from our hotel guest rooms, or take over a private casita. Our variety of accommodations are perfect for family vacations, conference retreats, desert weddings and last-minute getaways alike.

Beloved by generations, this Arizona landmark, Historic Hotel of America and AAA 4 Diamond property couples historic charm with a truly modern sense of adventure. Relax in the elegant comfort of 331 casitas and suites, but be sure to carve out time for our legendary golf, superb spa, three pools - including a new 25-foot tower with twisting water slides -distinctive cuisine and innovative, Arizona-inspired programming. The Wigwam is the ideal choice for both locals and guests who seek exceptional accommodations, amenities, activities and service that are enriched by the genuine flavors and real character of Arizona’s past and present. Rich with over 90 years of tradition, The Wigwam inspires locals and guests to “Make Some History” by creating memorable stories and cherished new traditions of their very own.

Set amidst flowering cactus, breathtaking sunsets and framed against the majestic McDowell Mountains, Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa features a 2 1/2-acre "water playground", 27 holes of championship golf, world-class tennis, Spa, the Native American Learning and Environmental Center, an international art collection and four distinctively different restaurants.

Mountain Shadows set the benchmark for desert luxury and distinctive design when it first opened in 1959. Now, it’s been completely re-envisioned from the ground up. The brand-new resort is set in the shadow of Camelback Mountain in the serene town of Paradise Valley, an affluent community of Scottsdale, Arizona. Contemporary design is infused with a dash of the 1950's modernism that the original resort was famous for. Mountain Shadows features 183 guest rooms and 33 residences. Savor American fare that’s delightful in its simplicity at Hearth ’61 restaurant, bar and living room. Head to The Citizens Club for fitness classes, organic drinks from the juice bar and relaxing afternoons poolside. The Short Course offers 18 holes of par-3 golf, with options for the novice player and the experienced golfer. After a round, visit Rusty’s for grille fare and brews inside and on the patio. Desert and mountain views throughout the resort set the tone for a stay that’s relaxing yet invigorating.

Minutes from Downtown Scottsdale, Miles from Ordinary. This artfully designed, mid-century modern enclave is tucked away on 23 acres of desert gardens and shaded groves in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. Each of the resort’s 185 bungalows and suites feature private entrances and patios that face sprawling lawns. Outdoor showers, luxuriously oversized bathrooms, designer furniture, and limited-edition works of art by resident artists create the ideal retreat for travelers in search of paths less traveled. Offering three pools, a full suite of customizable treatments at Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary, and a glass-box exposition kitchen at Weft + Warp, Andaz Scottsdale is a place to find inspiration and chase your sense of wonder.

Tucked among 20+ acres of succulent-studded Sonoran Desert, CIVANA offers a path to a happier, healthier you through inspiring human connections. Daily sweat and meditation. Curated personal growth and discovery content. Outdoor adventures. Access to world renowned wellness guides and healers. Comfortable accommodations. A world-class spa. Delicious food and drinks. Ample time to relax and recharge. A surprise to two. At CIVANA guests have the delightful adventure of enjoying two warmly inviting and wondrously inventive restaurants led by Executive Chef Scott Winegard and his culinary team. Enjoy hyper-seasonal offerings and high vibe food at Seed, CIVANA’s cafe and specialty market, now open for breakfast and lunch. As the sun begins to set, enjoy a change of venue at Terras, the resort’s signature dinner destination offering a delightfully fresh and modern take on regionally inspired cuisine.