We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Arizona, USA. 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 Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated March 2024.
Situated in Phoenix, 15 km from Copper Square, The Global Ambassador features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy American and French dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. The rooms have a wardrobe. At The Global Ambassador guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. The area is popular for hiking, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Phoenix Convention Center is 15 km from The Global Ambassador, while Wrigley Mansion is 6.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, 8 km from the hotel.Show full description
Highly elegant. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Discover Exclusive Amenities and Service at The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician, A Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale The only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star hotel in the greater Phoenix area, The Canyon Suites is a 20-minute drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The 60-room property is comprised of 40 suites and 20 guestrooms, with access to all offerings of the main Phoenician resort. Accommodations feature a balcony or patio, Wi-Fi, 55-inch flat-screen televisions, and a large bathroom with separate tub and shower. Bedroom nightstands offer built-in power and USB ports. Dining options include J&G Steakhouse, presenting classic steakhouse fare for dinner; the American cuisine of Mowry & Cotton for breakfast, lunch and dinner; as well as the polished pub grub of The Phoenician Tavern, serving lunch and dinner. The Canyon Grill, located at the private Canyon pool, offers lunch, snacks and cocktails. An exclusive breakfast is available to guests each morning at The Canyon Lounge. Recreational amenities include the 18-hole Phoenician Golf Course; The Phoenician Athletic Club with fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts; and The Phoenician Spa, the only Forbes Five Star spa in Scottsdale, Arizona. Old Town Scottsdale, featuring a variety of restaurants and shops, is just a five-minute drive from The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most ELEGANT resorts in Arizona. It also has AMAZING STAFF.
Newly opened, March 2024. The Historic Grand Canyon Hotel is a 4-star property set in Williams. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, some units at the hotel also have a city view. At The Historic Grand Canyon Hotel all rooms have bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Flagstaff Pulliam Airport, 57 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Cool. Stylish. Great views. Located in Scottsdale, 19 km from Copper Square, Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort offers a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. All units at the resort come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room comes with a coffee machine, while some rooms here will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge. At Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Phoenix Convention Center is 19 km from the accommodation, while Wrigley Mansion is 7.6 km away. The nearest airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, 12 km from Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale.Show full description
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
Creative. Very stylish. Superb breakfast. Featuring a seasonal pool, this Sedona, Arizona hotel features elegant adobe inspired rooms. A 3-course breakfast is offered in the restaurant daily. Fresh baked bread is offered in rooms upon arrival. Slide Rock State Park is 20 minutes' drive from the property. Featuring a private patio or balcony, each room provides a kitchenette, free WiFi and an en suite bathroom. Free in-room snacks are featured in each room at Adobe Grand Villas. A private dinner can be arranged at Adobe Grand Restaurant. An in-house chef prepares gourmet dishes and bakes fresh bread daily. A couple’s spa facility is featured at Sedona Adobe Grand Villas. Meeting spaces are onsite. Thunder Mountain is 10 minutes’ walk away from Adobe Grand Villas. The nearest airport is Flagstaff Pulliam Airport, 33 km from the property.Show full description
I think this is the most creative and stylish central luxury hotel in Arizona. It also has a highly rated breakfast.
Elegant. Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. 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
Cool. Comfortable beds. This hotel is situated in the center of the Sonoran Desert, less than 30 km from downtown Scottsdale. It boasts 2 golf courses, and offers air-conditioned rooms with scenic views. Rooms at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort are spacious and include a seating area. They come equipped with cable TV, a coffee maker and minibar. Some rooms have balconies. The JW Marriott Phoenix features 5 restaurants that serve a variety of American and international cuisine. The hotel has an on-site Starbucks and provides free WiFi in public areas. Guests of the hotel can enjoy the 5 swimming pools and waterslides. The Desert Ridge Resort also boasts a spa with a lap pool, and a fitness center. The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort is less than 37.6 km from Arizona State University-Tempe campus. Nearby leisure activities include biking, miniature golf and hiking.Show full description
Great restaurant. Very clean. Boasting a large year-round pool and 4 award-winning restaurants, this luxury Scottsdale hotel features spacious guest rooms. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 24 miles away. A flat-screen cable TV is included in all rooms at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. Warmly decorated, each room features an amply furnished seating area. Tea and coffee-making facilities are provided. Guests can relax and rejuvenate at the on-site spa. Services offered include massages, body wraps and aromatherapy treatments. Manicures and pedicures are also available at Fairmont Princess Scottsdale. The Pool Bar offers poolside dining. Guests can take a break from waterslide fun and kick back with a cocktail. Overlooking the golf course, Toro serves fresh seafood and specialty martinis. McDowell Mountain Regional Park is 24 miles from this hotel. Scottsdale city centre is 14 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Very clean. This resort is on the White Mountain Trail System and is 3 miles from Pinetop. The resort offers a miniature golf course and suites with a fully equipped kitchen. PVC at The Roundhouse Resort suites include a living room. The kitchens are equipped with a dish washer and microwave. The suites also have a washing machine and dryer. Guests at the PVC at The Roundhouse Resort have access to ski hills. After a day of skiing guests can relax in the hot tub or swim in the indoor pool. The resort also has a children’s playground. The PVC at The Roundhouse Resort is 4 miles from the Hon-Dah Casino. The resort has access to various recreation trails include the Ice Cave.Show full description
Super central. Creative. Cosy rooms. Featuring free Wi-Fi, El Portal Sedona Hotel is 20 minutes’ drive from Red Rock State Park. All rooms at this pet-friendly boutique hotel are uniquely designed and decorated. Some units feature a balcony or a patio, while others have a fireplace. All rooms come with en-suite bathroom, hairdryer, safe and minifridge. A spa bath is also featured in some rooms. Guests have access to a fitness centre and 2 outdoor swimming pools located at Los Abrigados Resort which is adjacent to Sedona El Portal Hotel. Grand Canyon is 1 hour 40 minutes’ drive from El Portal Sedona Hotel. Slide Rock State Park is 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and a great location in Sedona!
Elegant. Great views. 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
Great value. Very clean. Offering a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, as well as a restaurant and bar, this resort is 20 minutes’ drive from Cathedral Rock. Free WiFi access is available in this resort. Adult guests can also enjoy an adult-only hot tub on site. A patio with pool views, a seating area with flat-screen TV with premium cable channels and a kitchen with a dishwasher, a refrigerator and a dining area are featured in rooms at Sedona Pines Resort. An en suite bathroom equipped with a hairdryer is also included. Bella Vita offers Italian cuisine every night. Guests can enjoy a miniature golf course. A 24-hour reception is available at Pines Resort Sedona. Sedona Airport is 10.6 km from the resort. Slide Rock Market is 22 km from Sedona Pines Resort.Show full description
Central. 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
Offering an indoor pool and a hot tub, this resort is located in Pinetop. All air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a TV. Rainbow Lake is 10 minutes’ drive from the resort. A private entrance, a seating area with a sofa and a dining area are featured in each room at Roundhouse Resort. A microwave, a small refrigerator and coffee-making facilities are also included. Guests can take advantage of a fitness centre and barbecue facilities at Pinetop Roundhouse Resort. Other facilities include a shared lounge and a games room. The property provides free parking. Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country is 1.4 km from the resort. Show Low Lake is 20 minutes’ drive from Roundhouse Resort Pinteop.Show full description
Hip. Nice style. Great restaurant. Located in Scottsdale in the Arizona Region, 6 km from OdySea Aquarium, Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows Resort & Spa, a Concept by Hyatt boasts a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room at this resort is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area for your convenience. Certain rooms feature views of the mountain or pool. The rooms have a private bathroom. Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows Resort & Spa, a Concept by Hyatt features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The area is popular for golfing and hiking. Desert Botanical Gardens is 8 km from Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows Resort & Spa, a Concept by Hyatt, while Old Town Scottsdale is 3.5 km away. The nearest airport is Scottsdale Airport, 11 km from the property.Show full description
Based on my research this is the coolest central luxury hotel in Arizona.
Very central. Great value. Great views. JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Scottsdale. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and car hire is available at this 5-star resort. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and an ATM. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, and certain units at the resort have a terrace. There is an on-site bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Copper Square is 19 km from JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa, while Phoenix Convention Center is 19 km away. The nearest airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, 12 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Elegant. Great value. Great views. Featuring two outdoor swimming pools, this luxury Scottsdale, Arizona resort is 5 minutes’ drive from Troon North Golf Club. A private balcony or terrace is featured in each refined room or suite. Offering views of desert landscape or pool, each elegant room provides bathrobes and slippers at Four Seasons Resorts Scottsdale at Troon North. Adobe inspired, each room features refined wood furnishing, cream linens and red accents. Modern conveniences like a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station are provided. Tennis courts are onsite. The concierge can help guests’ book reservations in the three restaurants at Troon North Four Seasons Resorts Scottsdale. Fresh salads and other light dishes are featured at the poolside restaurant, Saguaro Blossom. Offering a seasonal menu, Talavera restaurant features steakhouse cuisine. Southwestern inspired, Onxy Bar & Lounge features small dishes, cocktails, beer and wine. Old Town Scottsdale is 20 miles away. Heard Museum North Scottsdale is 20 minutes’ drive from Four Seasons Resorts Scottsdale at Troon North.Show full description
This resort has great affordability and outstanding views.
Very clean. Comfortable beds.Opened May 2022. Located in Flagstaff, 1.4 km from Northern Arizona University, CASTLE ROCK provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set 4.7 km from The North Pole Experience, 6.6 km from Coconino County Fairgrounds and 1.8 km from Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce. The area is popular for hiking and skiing, and ski equipment hire is available at this 5-star hotel. The hotel features family rooms. Walkup Skydome is 3 km from the hotel, while Lowell Observatory is 3.4 km away. The nearest airport is Flagstaff Pulliam Airport, 4 km from CASTLE ROCK.Show full description
Great value. Discover an unrivaled oasis in Arizona's Sonoran Desert. Located only a short distance from downtown Phoenix, this luxurious resort and spa elegantly blends Native American culture with today's modern world. Experience an endless variety of activities and adventure at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass. With 2 on-site golf courses, an equestrian center offering lessons and trail rides as well as 4 spacious swimming pools, there is something for everyone. The hotel also boasts a first-class spa, featuring authentic Native American healing treatments. After visiting the nearby Wild Horse Pass Casino, enjoy a gourmet meal at the Sheraton Wild Horse's on-site restaurants. Watch the sun set over the mountains or Gila River from private balconies or patios, or enjoy an evening stroll on the hotel's outdoor trails.Show full description
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