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Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix CityscapevsJW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Both hotels are rated very highly by writers. Overall, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa ranks significantly better than Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix. JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa ranks #4 in Phoenix with recommendations from 9 reviewers like Frommer's, Oyster and Forbes Travel Guide.
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Oyster
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
U.S. News & World Report
Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
2 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
From $134/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "This sun-splashed urbanite will pique the interest of travelers on both sides of the fence—business and leisure." Full review
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So be sure to book a Skyline View, which is open and inspiring, and look out over the city and South Mountain.
Gayot "If you're looking for easy access to points of interest such as US Airways Center, Chase Field, the Phoenix Convention Center, the Phoenix Symphony and downtown, this Kimpton hotel has you covered."
Zagat "Set in the Cityscape shopping, dining and entertainment hub, this Downtown Kimpton boutique newcomer lures hip and stylish sybarites with its rooftop Lustre bar."
OysterUpscale
"A hip and upscale property... near Talking Stick Resort Arena, restaurants, and shopping -- is hard to beat." Full review
Jetsetter "242-room Kimpton with an outdoor pool, wine happy hour and prime location in the heart of downtown Phoenix." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"The handsome wood-sided walls and posh details...this is definitely a jewel for those who appreciate good design, easy check-ins, and impressive on-property dinning." Full review
U.S. News & World Report13.0
"The Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix earned rave reviews from previous guests not only for its central location in Arizona's capital, but also for its trendy atmosphere and friendly staff members." Full review
Fodor's "The location is near shopping, dining, entertainment, sports venues, and the convention center, making it a no-brainer for all types of travelers." Full review
Frommer's "The Palomar is ideally located for those doing business in downtown Phoenix or catching a game or concert at the nearby US Airways Center or Chase Field, both within walking distance." Full review
Lonely Planet "Shaggy pillows, antler-shaped lamps and portraits of blue cows. Yep, whimsy takes a stand at the 242-room Palomar, and we like it." Full review
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa Fodor's Oyster
Travel + Leisure Gayot Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide Star Service Jetsetter Travel + Leisure U.S. News & World Report Show All Reviews
5350 E Marriott Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85054
From $369/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "A private sanctuary where you can tickle your taste buds at 10 restaurants, stimulate your pores at a luxurious spa, perfect your stroke at championship courses, and float in 4 acres of pools." Full review
OysterLuxury
"It's part of Marriott's JW luxury brand, and mostly lives up to expectations, but prices seem a bit high considering decor is a tad generic and signs of age are starting to show." Full review
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Light sleepers should avoid the pool area to avoid late-night revelers and live music.
Travel + Leisure "Set on 316 acres of Sonoran desert outside of Phoenix, the 950-room JW Marriot Desert Ridge Resort boasts palm-tree-lined walkways and four acres of pools and waterways." Full review
Gayot "This over-the-top resort has almost 1,000 guestrooms and suites and a host of amenities and facilities spread over 80 acres of grounds of stately palms... and numerous pools and waterfalls."
Zagat4.3
"Four acres of "spectacular" grounds boasting pools and water features (including a tubing 'river') are the highlight of this "sublime", "romantic" Desert Ridge resort."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"The largest upscale hotel in Arizona, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa sprawls across more than 300 acres in the Sonoran Desert." Full review
Star Service "Located 25 miles north of downtown and a 30-minute drive from Sky Harbor Airport, this is Phoenix's quintessential deluxe convention resort, and the largest resort in the state." Full review
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Apart from the hotel's reservoirs of chlorinated water, 28,000-sq-ft spa and twin golf courses, guests may also choose to play on one of the eight tennis courts, work out in the large gym, or use the whirlpools and saunas in the spa.
Jetsetter "A sprawling getaway with seven restaurants and an Arnold Palmer golf course in the dramatic Sonoran desert." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Set on 316 acres of Sonoran desert outside of Phoenix, the 950-room JW Marriot Desert Ridge Resort boasts palm-tree-lined walkways and four acres of pools and waterways." Full review
U.S. News & World Report17.0
"This mammoth resort in northern Phoenix is a major convention and family vacation hub." Full review
