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Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by HiltonvsOmni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia
Both properties are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia ranks marginally better than Boulders Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton. Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia comes in at #9 in Phoenix with accolades from 10 sources like Afar Magazine, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Star Service
Hideaway Report
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
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34631 North Tom Darlington Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377
From $254/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "The adobe buildings blend unobtrusively into the desert, and the two golf courses epitomize the desert golf course experience." Full review
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For the best views, ask for one of the second-floor units.
Michelin Guide "The red boulders are just part of the allure of this world class resort, a mecca for spa, golf and tennis lovers just northeast of Phoenix."
Lonely Planet "Tensions evaporate the moment you arrive at this desert oasis that blends nearly imperceptibly into a landscape of natural rock formations." Full review
Afar Magazine "As luxurious as any resort in the Scottsdale area, it's also where guests are most likely to feel they are truly in the desert." Full review
Star Service "Located just off Scottsdale Road, this deluxe standout is one of the more unique hotels in and around Phoenix, and finding a brand fit has been something of a chore." Full review
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Families have a variety of suites and connecting rooms to choose from.
Hideaway Report91.0
"Imaginative resort and spa blending into dramatic outcrops in Sonoran Desert foothills, 30 minutes north of downtown Scottsdale." Full review
Gayot "A private desert hideaway known for its pervasive luxury and refined recreation."
Travel + Leisure "The 1,300-acre Boulders golf and spa resort, gets its name from a massive prehistoric rock formation where nature lovers can spot quail, jackrabbits, lizards, and javelina. " Full review
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Choose from the Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, Ayurvedic massage, meditation tipi, and treatments inspired by desert botanicals and Native American traditions.
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"Rustic-elegant casitas with wood-burning fireplaces beckon, as do the award-wining golf courses." Full review
Fodor's "One of the country's top resorts hides amid hill-size, 12-million-year-old granite boulders and the picturesque Sonoran Desert" Full review
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia Star Service Fodor's
Zagat Gayot
Jetsetter Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure
U.S. News & World Report Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's
4949 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
From $319/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Star Service "This Andalucian-infused resort has a fashionable Mediterranean-meets-the-Sonoran-Desert vibe that will please travelers with high standards." Full review
Fodor's "This luxury resort brings a touch of the Mediterranean to Paradise Valley with its exquisite dark furnishings and light stone work, its impeccable Joya Spa... and a Spanish-inspired wedding chapel." Full review
Zagat4.0
"At the foot of Camelback Mountain, this "hidden gem" set amid splashing fountains and Spanish antiquities is "perfect for a weekend getaway"."
Gayot "The guest rooms and suites display a fresh look with elegant color palettes in shades of sand, sun and sky; spacious bathrooms; and private balconies and patios."
Jetsetter "Romantic Old World hideaway with a celebrated spa and views of Camelback Mountain." Full review
Afar Magazine "There’s plenty to keep you busy on property, including five dining spots, but the very best way to pass the time is at Joya Spa. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "With its graceful plazas and arcaded walkways, this 35-acre retreat located at the foot of Camelback Mountain so resembles an Andalusian pueblo blanco that you’ll forget you’re in Arizona." Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"Mixing Spanish influences with the surrounding Sonoran Desert...stay here is certainly a break from the daily grind -the property is a bit removed from the hustle and bustle of Phoenix and Scottsdale." Full review
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When you need to unwind, soak up the rays by one of the resort's three pools or book a treatment at the Joya Spa. For many visitors, the highlight of their accommodations was the in-room private patio or balcony — If you can, request a room overlooking the mountain for the best views.
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"Will appeal to fans of the classic desert resort, where every turn brings another pool... and every employee demonstrates an eagerness to please." Full review
Frommer's "With the red rocks of Camelback Mountain looming overhead and architecture inspired by Spain's fabled Alhambra, this resort is one of Arizona's prettiest getaways." Full review
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If you like peace and quiet, ask for a room in the Bocce Garden Village (and have a bocce court right outside your door).
