The Westin Kierland Resort & SpavsJW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa ranks marginally better than The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa scores 83 with accolades from 9 publications like Jetsetter, Zagat and Fodor's.
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
6902 East Greenway Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
From $367/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"The spacious rooms all have balconies or patios with views of the mountains or the resort's water park and tubing river." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"While not quite a romantic escape in the same way as The Boulders or The Sanctuary, the Westin Kierland is, all-around, a great resort with a convenient Scottsdale location." Full review
Star Service
"Just south of the sprawling Fairmont Scottsdale, this sophisticated castle in the desert is the centerpiece of a growing community that encompasses hundreds of time-share units." Full review
Gayot
"This impressive Westin is large and diverse enough to offer satisfying luxury stays for families, couples and business travelers."
Zagat
4.0
"Fans "rave" about this "beautiful" Scottsdale "desert oasis", where an "attentive" staff looks after "amazing" grounds boasting a "majestic" golf course."
Afar Magazine
"Agave, The Arizona Spa melds the healing practices of the region’s native cultures with therapies from the East, like acupuncture, Tui’ Na, and Thai massage." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is a luxurious desert outpost in Dreamweaver’s Canyon that accommodates leisure, business, events, and golf travelers." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
22.0
"Families who travel to this standout Scottsdale property find something for everyone: pools, a golf course and Agave, The Arizona Spa are just a few amenities travelers enjoy." Full review
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The resort has multiple restaurants to choose from, but for a sophisticated dining experience, indulge your palate at Deseo, the resort's premier eatery.
Frommer's
"A slew of events each day—from desert-animal demonstrations to a bagpiper at sunset—give the place a lively vibe...guest rooms all have balconies or patios" Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Sonoran Desert is a geographical wonder, dotted with mighty saguaro cacti, but if you’re here in the hotter months, you might need the lazy river (and gigantic waterslide) at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa to you cool down after a desert excursion"
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa Show All Reviews
5402 E Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
From $307/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Rooms are spacious and elegant, with luxury amenities and private patios." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The guest loyalty quotient is quite impressive at this 120-acre resort that niftily capitalizes on its 1936 pedigree yet keeps you comfortable with the full range of mod cons."
Zagat
4.2
"Set at the foot of Mummy Mountain and overlooking Camelback Mountain, this "beautiful" resort, which opened in 1936, is a "cut above" and "defines luxury"."
Gayot
"Over the years, generations of returning guests have treasured its commitment to excellence; today it enjoys a new life---with the same great service and style---as part of the JW Marriott Group."
Travel + Leisure
"At this classic Phoenix inn, low-slung, cream-colored casitas and banks of rooms twist along 125 acres and provide north-facing views of Camelback Mountain." Full review
Jetsetter
"Chic casitas and decadent spa treatments at the foot of Camelback Mountain." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Camelback Inn is offers my dream staycation." Full review
Afar Magazine
"One of the best places to stay when you’re looking for the quintessential Scottsdale experience – luxury and rugged Sonoran Desert beauty. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report
16.0
"Sandwiched between Mummy and Camelback mountains, the JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa is a great place to catch a glimpse of the Valley of the Sun at its finest." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Western themes are judiciously presented, from the hacienda style, the chimineas sending out gentle scent, and the casita accommodations, worth the upgrade to signature view." Full review