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Royal Palms Resort and SpavsKimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Royal Palms Resort and Spa ranks significantly better than Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix. Royal Palms Resort and Spa scores 97 with positive reviews from 16 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Zagat and Afar Magazine.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa
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5200 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018
From $322/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Drive up the cobblestone driveway to the hacienda-style buildings, and the feeling of seclusion makes it hard to believe that the center of Scottsdale is only minutes away."
Insight Guides "The Royal Palms is especially atmospheric, with towering palms, Spanish mission-style rooms, and an open-air spa."
Jetsetter "The Sonora Desert stretches out in every direction from the Royal Palms Resort and Spa, but the property itself bears a closer resemblance to a Mediterranean mirage."
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If you’re looking to go above and beyond, the resort employs a Director of Romance who can produce flamenco guitarists or flocks of white doves upon request.
Fodor's "This Mediterranean-style resort has a stately row of the namesake palms at its entrance, courtyards with fountains, and individually designed rooms." Full review
Lonely Planet "It's a hushed and elegant place, dotted with Spanish Colonial villas, flower-lined walkways and palms imported from Egypt." Full review
Star Service "This second-tier temptation actually sits at the top of many visitors' Top 10 lists, its small room count, deferential service and deluxe desert mien a magnet for knowledgeable travelers." Full review
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For travelers able to avoid the latter trio and stomach the annoying resort fee, this very well may be the answer to affordable bliss in this desert destination.
Gayot "This boutique resort is so luxurious and tastefully designed that it makes you feel as if you've been dropped into the middle of an Architectural Digest photo shoot."
Zagat4.5
"Midway between Old Town Scottsdale and Biltmore Fashion Park, this "elegant", "luxurious" Arcadia hideaway with "Mediterranean styling" is "perfect" for a "romantic getaway"."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Intimate and tranquil, the Royal Palms Resort and Spa is a boutique hideaway with quiet pathways." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler ""The epitome of romance," this cruise line executive’s former summer retreat, at the base of Camelback Mountain in an area once populated by citrus groves, centers on a 1929 Spanish Revival villa." Full review
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape Star Service Gayot Zagat
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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
