Arizona Grand Resort & SpavsSanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney's Resort & Spa
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Sanctuary Camelback Mountain ranks significantly better than Arizona Grand Resort & Spa. Sanctuary Camelback Mountain has a TripExpert Score of 82 with positive reviews from 8 reviews such as Travel + Leisure, concierge.com and Frommer's.
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85044
From $159/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"Next to Phoenix South Mountain Park, half a mile from the area's premier shopping mall and 4 miles southeast from the university, this mega-resort continues to improve." Full review
Gayot
"Hiking, riding, golf, tennis, and a water park make this an idyllic family destination."
DK Eyewitness
"This family-friendly resort offers golf, tennis, horseback riding, and a spa. Its piece de resistance, exclusive to guests, is The Oasis - a waterpark with a slide, a wave pool, and the Zuni River."
Fodor's
"This beautiful all-suites resort next to South Mountain Park is home to Oasis, one of the largest water parks in the country, and one of the Valley's more challenging golf courses." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"You’ll find all the amenities of most resorts, but it’s the seven-acre Oasis Water Park that really draws guests in." Full review
Afar Magazine
"This is one of the most stunning spa resorts I have ever seen in my life." Full review
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Make sure to book ahead for your spa treatments so you do not miss out on this amazing service.
U.S. News & World Report
23.0
"Big enough to have its own water park, 18-hole golf course, fitness club and spa — plus six restaurants. " Full review
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When you need an escape, book a massage or prepare to hit the links, which features fantastic desert views. If you're not a golfer, you can take in the scenery from your guest room's balcony or patio; accommodations also feature flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi access.
Travel + Leisure
"In South Phoenix, near the pristine tangle of trails carving through South Mountain Park and Preserve, Arizona Grand Resort and Spa is giving new meaning to “oasis"
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Frommer's
"One of the best choices in the Valley for families. These guys win the Water Park Wars...guest rooms, all suites, feature contemporary southwestern furnishings and lots of space." Full review
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney's Resort & Spa Show All Reviews
5700 E McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
From $659/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This visually breathtaking place was the Valley's first hip resort, and I still like the contemporary rooms here better than those at other hip hotels around town." Full review
Concierge
"Perched on the north slope of Camelback Mountain (which looks just like it sounds), the Sanctuary attracts big-name celebs and travelers who favor a chic, modern aesthetic."
Jetsetter
"In Paradise Valley, an upscale enclave about 10 minutes from Scottsdale, the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain is a study in contrasts: the striking blue of the infinity pool against the..." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
94.2
"This modern Southwestern spread just outside Scottsdale is "beautiful beyond expectation"." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"For couples looking for a quiet getaway, it’s hard to beat this perch on the side of Camelback Mountain." Full review
Gayot
"This boutique resort wows guests with its designer look and beautiful Camelback Mountain setting."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The sole property on the Scottsdale mountain, making it a bucolic option for relaxation and recreation, including a 12,000-square-foot spa, fitness center, hiking trails, swimming pools and tennis courts." Full review
Hideaway Report
93.0
"Sophisticated boutique resort set on the tranquil northern slope of Camelback Mountain, five minutes from downtown Scottsdale." Full review
Afar Magazine
"As obvious as it may sound, what sets the Sanctuary apart from any other Scottsdale resort is location." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Terraced into the side of Camelback Mountain...guest rooms offer spectacular mountain views from balconies and terraces that often include fireplaces and outdoor soaking tubs." Full review