We have created a list with the best castle hotels in Arizona, USA. We have also included hotels in resorts, historic properties, historic villas and old châteaus. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated March 2024.
Beach front location. Delightful property. Nice surroundings. Located in Tucson city centre, this historic hotel features 14 acres of landscaped gardens, 3 on-site restaurants and an outdoor heated pool. The University of Arizona is less than half a mile away. Free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen cable TV and a small refrigerator are standard in each guest room at the Arizona Inn. An en suite bathroom with bathrobes and hairdryer is also provided. The Main Dining Room is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features fine dining. The Audubon Bar, open for lunch and dinner, offers patio dining and a piano music in the evenings. Poolside dining and room service are also available. A fitness centre, tennis courts, badminton, croquet and table tennis facilities are located on site. A free bicycle rental is offered. Free valet and self-parking are provided. The University Medical Center Hospital is 10 minutes’ drive away. Tucson International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away from the Arizona Inn.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most BEAUTIFUL AND PEACEFUL hotels in Arizona.
Beach front location. Historic property. Comfortable beds. Situated on 39 acres of lush gardens, this resort and spa offers a peaceful oasis, complete with exceptional on-site facilities, including 8 pools, along with first-class accommodations and amenities. Each room offers a flat-screen cable TV and a private bathroom. Select rooms have a patio or balcony or a full kitchen. With a full-service on-site spa, an array of activities for adults and children, and 2 18-hole golf courses, there is something for everyone at the Arizona Biltmore. The resort is also host to 5 different casual and fine dining restaurants as well as a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Guests can also enjoy 7 on-site tennis courts as well as on-site salon services. Heard Museum is 6 km from the accommodation, while Phoenix Art Museum is 7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, 9 km from the property.Show full description
I rate this as the most HISTORIC resort in Arizona. It also has SUPER COMFORTABLE BEDS.
Luxurious. In an ideal location between the prestigious area of Biltmore and Scottsdale city centre, the Royal Palms Resort & Spa , part of Hyatt is a beautiful hideaway resort. Set amongst citrus groves and exotic foliage and with the stunning backdrop of Camelback Mountain, this resort is a true oasis in the desert. This historical hotel has the feel of a Spanish villa – lush walled gardens, stone walkways, antique water fountains and delightful courtyards all add to the ambiance of the resort. Accommodation is of the highest standard with decor ranging from classic European to opulent contemporary. Each includes free Wi-Fi and a nightly turn-down service. The hotel is just 11 km from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The Royal Palms Resort & Spa is a proud member of the Historic Hotels of America, National Trust for Historic Preservation.Show full description
Historic. Great restaurant. Popular among couples. Tubac Golf Resort & Spa features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a terrace and restaurant in Tubac. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking resort has a hot tub. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath. The units feature a wardrobe. You can play table tennis and tennis at Tubac Golf Resort & Spa, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Free private parking and a business centre are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The nearest airport is Tucson International Airport, 66 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Tennis court. This full-service resort offers the LeMonds Aveda Salon - Spa and 54-holes of championship golfing. There are 3 outdoor pools with personal cabanas and 9 tennis courts are available. The Wigwam offers guest rooms with traditional territorial adobe architecture and southwestern décor. These spacious rooms provide coffee facilities. Red Allen's Bar & Grill offers a contemporary atmosphere and a selection of craft beers. Dishes include aged steaks, chicken, seafood and desserts. The Tower Pool Bar & Grill, among other dining options, is also available.The Wigwam Bar features a European-style community courtyard that’s open early morning and late night. Litchfield’s, the resort’s signature farm-to-table restaurant, uses locally sourced fare. At The Wigwam, a state-of-the-art gym with a movement studio and exercise room is available to each guest and there are business centre services. White Tank Mountain hiking is 15 miles from this hotel. Chase Field, home to the Arizona Diamondbacks baseball team, is 20 miles away. Westgate Entertainment District, home to the NFL's Arizona Cardinals and the NHL's Phoenix Coyotes, is 13.7 km from the property.Show full description
Charming. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Located in Sedona, Arizona, this bed and breakfast features an outdoor pool and hot tub as well as an on-site tennis court. A full breakfast and free WiFi access are available. A fully equipped kitchenette and a flat-screen cable TV come standard in each room at A Sunset Chateau. A garden, terrace, and waterfall with pond are available to guests at A Sunset Chateau. Every private, en suite bathroom features a hairdryer, free toiletries and towels. You can enjoy a mountain view from select rooms. Hiking is possible in the nearby area. The property offers free parking. Red Rock Crossing is 5.5 miles away. Guests will be 7 minutes’ drive from the historic city of Tlaquepaque and 15 minutes’ drive from the Chapel of the Holy Cross.Show full description
I think this is one of the most WELL DESIGNED bed and breakfasts in Arizona. It also has very cosy rooms, a great location and outstanding views.
Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Nestled in Tonto National Forest along the banks of the Salt River, this historic Mesa ranch boasts rustic cottages. An outdoor pool offers views of Goldfield Mountain Range. A full breakfast is included. Featuring traditional Western décor, each rustic cottage at Saguaro Lake Ranch is equipped with an en suite bathroom. Void of TVs or phones, all cottages offer a place to kick back and relax. At Saguaro Lake Ranch Mesa, guests are welcomed in the main lodge complete with a stone fireplace and wagon wheel lights. Breakfast is served in the dining room featuring a real Saguaro skeleton. Guests can enjoy guided horseback riding from mid-October to early May. Kayaking and river tubing are available from April to October. Hiking and bird watching is available year round. Saguaro Lake Ranch is located 15 miles from Mesa city centre. Scottsdale is 20 miles away.Show full description
This lodge has a highly rated breakfast and beautiful surroundings!
Luxurious. Great restaurant. Popular among couples. Situated on 6 acres of lush desert landscaping, this Paradise Valley luxury hotel boasts an outdoor pool and 2 hot tubs, an on-site restaurant and stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away. All of the Southwestern-style guest rooms at The Hermosa Inn are individually decorated. Rooms offer vaulted ceilings and fireplaces and select rooms include walk-in showers and private patios. All rooms feature a cable TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. LON's at the Hermosa offers an elegant adobe dining room with spectacular views. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the restaurant utilises fresh vegetables from their own organic garden and serves inventive American cuisine. A large wine selection and signature cocktails are available. The Inn Hermosa features an on-site pet spa and a business centre with fax and photocopying services. Arizona Biltmore Golf Club is 3 miles away from this hotel. Origins Biltmore Fashion Park Shopping Center is 5 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most luxurious and romantic hotel in Arizona. It is very popular among couples travelling to Arizona.
Luxurious. Tennis court. This delightful Scottsdale resort is situated within 40 landscaped acres in the shadow of the famous Camelback Mountain. Enjoy fun and relaxation while soaking up the Arizona sun. The rooms are fitted with a TV with cable channels. All suites include a seating area where you can relax. All rooms have a private bathroom. Extras include bathrobes and free toiletries. The Scottsdale Plaza Resort & Villas features free WiFi throughout the property. The Scottsdale Plaza offers the discerning guest a variety of deluxe accommodations. Take a swim in one of the 5 swimming pools or be pampered at the day spa. The day spa and salon are open Monday- Sunday. Exciting recreational activities are located on-site. Lighted tennis courts, 24-hour fitness center and free fitness classes are available for all resort guests. OdySea Aquarium is 5 km from The Scottsdale Plaza Resort & Villas, while Desert Botanical Gardens is 9 km from the property. Scottsdale Airport is 9 km away.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Nestled on 80 acres at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains, this Tucson resort in Tucson offers upscale guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. A restaurant and bar are located on site. A private balcony or terrace featuring views of the mountains, desert or city lights is featured in each room and suite at Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa. A 42-inch flat-screen HD cable TV, an iPod docking station and a small fridge are provided. A seating area with sofa, arm chair and work desk is included. The GOLD restaurant serves fresh contemporary American cuisine mixed with desert-inspired flavor for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lookout Bar & Grille features American comfort food with a modern twist, specialty drinks, a variety of tequilas and an outdoor dining terrace. The Sonoran Spa offers specially-designed massages, body therapies and spa treatments using regional desert botanicals. An outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, tennis courts and fitness centre are available for guest use. A business centre is located on site. Golf, horseback riding and hiking opportunities are located nearby. Tucson International Airport is 30 minutes’ drive away. Old Tucson Studios is 40 minutes’ drive away. Mt. Lemmon is 1.5 hours’ drive away from Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa.Show full description
Luxurious. Set on 250-acres at the base of Camelback Mountain, this luxury Phoenix resort boasts 9 swimming pools, a golf course, a wellness spa and 8 restaurants. Guest rooms include a private patio or balcony. A 40-inch flat-screen cable TV, iHome docking station, premium Italian linens and modern Southwestern artwork are featured in each spacious guest room at The Phoenician Resort. An oversized en suite bathroom with Italian marble accents, oval bathtub, separate shower, plush bathrobes, make-up mirror and upscale toiletries is also provided. Modern American cuisine at Mowry & Cotton, sophisticated steakhouse selections at J&G Steakhouse, and polished pub grub at The Phoenician Tavern are just 3 of the dining options at The Phoenician. Poolside, golf course and in-room dining are available as well as a traditional English afternoon tea served daily in the resort lobby. The 22,000 square foot Phoenician Spa offers massage therapy, body treatments, a full-service salon and a fitness centre. 9 swimming pools, including a children’s pool with 197-foot water slide and a custom mother-of-pearl tiled pool, are provided for guest relaxation. An 18-hole championship golf course, fully-stocked pro golf shop, driving range, chipping and putting green are located on site. A family activity center with video games, as well as children’s day programs, are available. Shopping and dining in Old Town Scottsdale is less than 2 miles away. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 9 miles away from The Phoenician Resort.Show full description
Beautiful. Outstanding SPA facilities. Discover an unrivaled oasis nestled in the Sonoran Desert at this luxury resort and spa, offering exceptional amenities and services along with first-class facilities that the entire family can enjoy. After a restful night of sleep on the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa's plush Heavenly beds, enjoy a delicious breakfast at one of the on-site gourmet restaurants. Spend the afternoon on one of the top-rated golf courses, relaxing at the full service spa or lounging near the spacious pool. Take advantage of the completely non-smoking Kierland Westin's 274-metre lazy river or go down the 33.5 metre water slide. Easily explore a number of shopping centres and entertainment options, located only a short distance from the resort. Finish the evening by watching the sun set at the outdoor lounge, while enjoying live award-winning bagpipe music.Show full description
Beach front location. Very cosy. Friendly staff. Offering a hot tub and sauna, White Stallion Ranch is located in Tucson in the Arizona Region. The ranch has a year-round outdoor pool and children's playground. Some units feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Certain rooms have views of the mountain or garden. Every room includes a private bathroom fitted with a bath. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and free toiletries. There is a gift shop at the property. You can play tennis, table tennis and billiards at this bed and breakfast, and car hire is available. Tucson International Airport is 36 km away.Show full description
Elegant. Wonderful SPA facilities. This luxury Marana resort is 24 miles from downtown Tucson and the Tucson Museum of Art. It features 3 outdoor pools with a 235-foot waterslide, a full-service spa and a 27-hole championship golf course. Each air-conditioned unit at the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain is equipped with a balcony with mountain or canyon views and floor-to-ceiling windows. The bathroom boasts a soaking tub and a large dressing table. A 42-inch flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station are also provided. The Dove Mountain features a tennis court, a well-equipped gym with exercise classes, and hiking/biking trails. The spa facility includes therapy baths, a steam room and a wide choice of body treatments. Dove Mountain Ritz-Carlton offers 4 restaurants serving Southwestern specialties, grilled food and organic cuisine. Guests can chose from an extensive range of wines at the Wine Bar. 24-hour room service is also provided. Tucson International Airport is 32 miles from the resort.Show full description
Close to beach front. Stunning pool facilities. Featuring a spa, this resort is 10 minutes’ walk from Gainey Ranch Golf Club. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen cable TV with pay-per-view channels. Restaurants and bars are offered on site. All air-conditioned rooms include a work desk, a small refrigerator and coffee-making facilities at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa. An en suite bathroom with a hairdryer and a bathrobe are also offered. SWB serves Southwestern cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Scottsdale Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa. Camelback Mountain is 15 minutes’ drive from Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa. Old Town Scottsdale is 10.6 km from the hotel.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Located 1 mile from Saguaro National Park, this guest lodge offers a western ranch experience with horse riding, hiking and fishing. All rooms include free Wi-Fi. Rooms at the Tanque Verde Guest Ranch feature southwestern-style furnishings. Modern amenities include a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker. All rooms include a desk, ironing facilities, and a hair dryer in the en suite bathroom. Boasting both indoor and outdoor heated pools and a hot tub, all rooms include access to a wide variety of outdoor activities from trail riding, horsemanship lessons, guided hiking and mountain biking, and tennis. There is also a supervised children's program at the Guest Ranch at Tanque Verde. The La Sonora Spa located onsite provides massage, body treatments, and wellness classes. A sauna and hot tub are also available. All meals are provided daily at the guest ranch, and the menu showcases southwestern cuisine and includes BBQ and Mexican specialties. An onsite bar and lounge serves cocktails. The University of Arizona is 15 miles and Mt Lemmon is 35 miles from the Tanque Verde Guest Ranch. The Tucson International Airport is 45 minutes’ drive from the ranch.Show full description
This is the most relaxing lodge in Arizona. It also has great affordability.
Highly elegant. Comfortable beds. Nestled in the foothills of the Sonoran Desert, CIVANA offers a 22,000 square foot spa and restaurant. Guests can lounge along the outdoor pool with a signature Prickly Pear Margarita. All rooms include free WiFi. Rooms at CIVANA are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable. Guests can enjoy a meal at the Terras Restaurant and Café METO. El Pedregal Marketplace and Harold's Cave Creek Corral are 5 minutes’ drive from this resort. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 58 km away.Show full description
I think this is one of the most ELEGANT resorts in Arizona.
Great location. Located 5 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, this 4-star resort offers luxurious rooms with iPod docking stations and Wi-Fi. Tempe Mission Palms, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel features a rooftop pool and tennis court. The modern, air-conditioned rooms at Tempe Mission Palms, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel are furnished with 37-inch, flat-screen TVs, work desks and safety deposit boxes. Newspapers and room service is available for delivery every day. Guests of Tempe Mission Palms, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel can enjoy the rooftop sun deck and basketball court. Harry’s Place is an indoor/outdoor lounge and the Mission Grille serves both American and international cuisine. Just 4 blocks from Mission Palms is the Sun Devils Stadium, where the Arizona State Sun Devils football team plays. Within a 7-minute drive of the hotel are Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix Zoo and Rolling Hills Golf Course.Show full description
Great location. Los Abrigados Resort, located in downtown Sedona, Arizona, features a full-service spa that offers massages and facials. The resort has spacious accommodations with free WiFi. Cable TV, a microwave and a patio feature in rooms at Los Abrigados Resort and Spa. Select units offer 2 TVs and a full kitchen with a dishwasher. Stakes & Sticks Bar and Grill is open for lunch and dinner, serving cocktails and displaying horse races on big-screen TVs. Guests of Los Abrigados Resort can work out in the fitness centre or use the tennis and basketball courts. The resort has 2 outdoor pools and offers additional relaxation in the hot tub or sauna. Red Rock State Park, providing hiking trails and picnic tables, is 10 km from Los Abrigados. Sedona Airport is a 7-minute drive from the resort.Show full description
Great value. Located in Sedona, Arizona, this resort features an outdoor heated pool, state-of-the-art gym and massages. Four tennis courts are available at the resort. At Poco Diablo Resort, guest rooms are furnished with a refrigerator and coffee facilities. They provide flat-screen cable TVs and bathrobes. Willow Kitchen and Wine Bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner offering indoor and outdoor dining with views of the red rocks and Serenity Lawn. Poco Diablo Resort Sedona is nearby hiking, biking, jeep and helicopter tours. ATV tours, horseback riding and swimming area also available. The nearest airport is Flagstaff Pulliam Airport, 34 km from Poco Diablo Resort.Show full description
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