Miraval ArizonavsWestward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa and Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa are both recommended by experts. On balance, Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa scores significantly better than Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa. Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa is ranked #5 in Tucson with endorsements from 9 reviewers such as Fodor's, Hideaway Report and Gayot.
Miraval Arizona
5000 E. Via Estancia, Tucson, AZ 85739
From $1,040/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Jetsetter
"Luxe wellness oasis at the foot of Tucson’s Santa Catalina Mountains with horse stables, hiking trails and a spa." Full review
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Some Miraval guests like to cherry-pick activities spontaneously, while others choose an overall guiding principal (which can be arranged before arrival).
Fodor's
"Giving Canyon Ranch a run for its money, this New Age health spa 30 miles north of Tucson has a secluded desert setting and beautiful Southwestern rooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Arizona has handful of wellness-oriented desert retreats, but Miraval Resort & Spa, 55 miles north of Tucson, stands out for an all-inclusive nightly rate." Full review
Star Service
"This former dude ranch is a poster child for the modern-day spa retreat, and perhaps the only true competition for Sedona's Enchantment Resort." Full review
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Instead of saddling up for trail rides with tobacco-spitting cowboys, guests sign up for an Equine Experience, where the emphasis is not on riding but on using horses "as a means of revealing patterns of learned behaviors that enhance or hinder the flow of relationships, creating opportunities to recognize how stress is created and, thereby, how stress can be avoided."
Gayot
"Miraval delivers a tranquil and healing experience devoted to living in balance and mindfulness as a way of life."
Condé Nast Traveler
"Guests of this mind-body-spirit resort, near the Santa Catalina Mountains in the High Sonoran Desert, report having "life-changing, transformative stays."" Full review
Hideaway Report
90.0
"Tranquil 118-room spa resort in the Santa Catalina foothills, 50 minutes from Tucson." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
4.0
"Flanking the edge of Catalina State Park, guests say the Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa offers a calm, soothing environment, perfect for those seeking some serious R&R." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"For the self-care couple, Miraval Arizona, a luxury resort in Tucson, offers guests an all-inclusive wellness experience with a range of well-being spa services and activities, including meditation, hiking, yoga, and more"
Frommer's
"Tucson’s other world-class destination spa emphasizes stress management, self-discovery, and relaxation" Full review
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa
245 East Ina Road, Tucson, AZ 85704
From $108/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"Fancy but very affordable resort, in attractive landscaped grounds north of the city, which retains its atmospheric 1912 core while modernized to eco-friendly standards."
Michelin Guide
"An artful cross between a guest ranch and a leisure resort, the comfy casitas here line a ridge beneath the Santa Catalina Mountains."
Gayot
"Its adobe accommodations, western decor, 80 acres of desert landscape, tremendous views and respected heritage attract guests seeking a less hyped-up resort experience."
Jetsetter
"Thoroughly modernized former dude ranch with 80 acres of grounds in the hills of the Sonoran Desert that still have their own riding trails." Full review
Fodor's
"This laid-back lodging with gorgeous city views and desert gardens has Southwestern character and all the amenities you expect at a major resort." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
13.0
"Nirvana for nature lovers, the 80-acre Westward Look Wyndham encompass numerous hiking, biking and horseback riding trails." Full review
Frommer's
"The large guest rooms have a southwestern flavor and private patios or balconies with city views...if you aren’t a golfer but do enjoy resort amenities, this is one of your best bets in Tucson. " Full review
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For the ultimate in Southwest luxury, opt for one of the stargazer spa suites, which have outdoor hot tubs.