Sonesta Suites Scottsdale Gainey RanchvsThe Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale
Both hotels are rated highly by experts. Overall, Gainey Suites Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to The Phoenician, Scottsdale. Gainey Suites Hotel ranks #22 in Phoenix with accolades from 6 sources including Oyster, Gayot and Fodor's.
Sonesta Suites Scottsdale Gainey Ranch
7300 East Gainey Suites Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
From $224/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"One part Embassy Suites, one part Doubletree, and one part classic boutique hotel, this elegant long-stay venture delivers a raft of tried-and-true perks to its guests." Full review
Gayot
"Townhouse-style all-suite hotel is located six miles north of downtown on what used to be the Gainey Ranch."
Zagat
4.0
"Loyalists of this "sweet" Central Scottsdale "hidden gem" declare the all-suiter a "home away from home" and say they'd "return in a heartbeat"."
Travel + Leisure
"Nothing says Scottsdale vacation like a palm tree-lined pool, outdoor bar and mountain views." Full review
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The all-suite hotel is also perfect for families
Fodor's
"This independently owned boutique hotel is a rare find for both amenities and price." Full review
The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale
6000 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
From $389/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge
"While newer resorts stumble over themselves to satisfy current trends, this grande dame holds fast to old-world luxury and a Reagan-era feeling of prosperity."
Gayot
"Sprawling gardens, a superb wellness center and fine dining make this resort a perennial favorite."
Travel + Leisure
"The 250-acre property spreads across the base of Camelback Mountain, with a 27-hole championship golf course, renowned spa and nine swimming pool." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The rooms are spacious, with large Italian marble bathrooms, and have a private terrace or balcony. The service is tiptop." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"A cactus-dappled, sepia-toned retreat with sprawling green lawns, spouting statue fountains and a community of curvy pools cuddled together amid a collage of cabanas.
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Travel + Leisure
"This Grande Dame of Scottsdale resorts may have seven pools for guests, but it’s the signature showstopper that wows: an oval gem inlaid with iridescent mother-of-pool tiles that shimmer in the light." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
2.0
"The Phoenician, A Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale has long set the standard for luxury in the Valley of the Sun&*& It's not hard to see why." Full review
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For one thing, the setting is unbelievable – when reserving your room, ask for accommodations with views of Camelback Mountain.
U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"Situated at the base of Camelback Mountain, this offshoot of The Phoenician, A Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale, offers spectacular views at every turn." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
2.0
"The Phoenician, A Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale has long set the standard for luxury in the Valley of the Sun&*& It's not hard to see why. For one thing, the setting is..." Full review
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For one thing, the setting is unbelievable – when reserving your room, ask for accommodations with views of Camelback Mountain.
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"A 250-acre “country club–like resort” at the base of Camelback Mountain in the Sonoran Desert, it has 9 pools where staff serve mai tais and mojitos, 11 tennis courts, and three 9-hole golf courses." Full review