Pin itFive Diamond resort on 250 acres at the base of Camelback Mountain, with on-site golf and a spa that draws its own following.
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$400–$800/night
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The Phoenician occupies 250 acres at the base of Camelback Mountain, a position that provides both a visual anchor and the sense of remove that justifies AAA Five Diamond pricing.
643 rooms including 62 suites, plus a three-level pool, full athletic club, and spa facilities that draw non-golf visitors on their own merits. The on-site Phoenician Golf Club provides immediate access for guests who want a casual round without leaving the property.
For serious golf trips, the Phoenician functions as a luxury base camp. TPC Scottsdale sits roughly eight miles northeast, and the major north Scottsdale courses are within 30 minutes. The concierge handles tee time coordination at external courses, and the Camelback Road position is central to the entire corridor. Travelling companions who do not golf will find enough on the property to fill multiple days without repetition.
$400 to $800 per night, reflecting the Five Diamond standard, the location, and the breadth of amenities.
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