10 Top-Rated Resorts in Arizona

Set on 70 acres in Boynton Canyon, this upscale resort is 8.5 miles from Sedona and 16 miles from Slide Rock State Park. Sophisticated rooms with Southwestern decor feature decks with views of the red rock mountains, as well as Wi-Fi, minibars and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms and suites add fireplaces and kitchens; some include private pools or hot tubs.

The AAA/CAA Five Diamond Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is surrounded by lagoons, fountains, fire pits, colorful desert plants and expansive green spaces – amid the sun-drenched Sonoran Desert and the majestic McDowell Mountains of Arizona. Blending personalized service with Spanish-style architecture and outdoor adventure, we offer all of the superb amenities you expect from a world-class destination resort: Well & Being Spa, featuring spa, wellness and fitness services, Two championship-level TPC golf courses, home to the Annual PGA Tour Waste Management Phoenix Open -Six sparkling heated pools, featuring waterslides, cabanas, poolside service and a 9,000 sq. ft. white sand beach, Five award-winning restaurants and lounges -316,000 square feet of flexible event space, including both indoor and outdoor venues with two conference centers, Trailblazers Family Adventure Center, offering a wide range of onsite activities to keep kids happy and engaged -Personalized Concierge services.

Explore the Sonoran desert landscape in the shadow of Mummy Mountain at Scottsdale Plaza. For nearly half a century, we’ve been a special slice of Scottsdale with over 40 acres of gardens winding through five pools, tennis courts, dining and day spa, all within moments of Old Town, mountain hikes and world-class golf courses. Stay in the center of it all from our hotel guest rooms, or take over a private casita. Our variety of accommodations are perfect for family vacations, conference retreats, desert weddings and last-minute getaways alike.

Tucson's spectacular 'Ventana' - or 'Window' - to the Soul of the Sonoran desert is Loews Ventana Canyon Resort. Situated on 100 acres in the lush Sonoran Desert, indulge in our nature lover’s paradise. Discover a magical perspective nestled into Tucson's Catalina Mountains, where this stunning natural retreat offers a variety of activities and signature services to relax, energize and inspire guests. Our playground of visitor delights includes: two Tom Fazio designed PGA golf courses, the luxurious Lakeside Spa & Tennis Center, two swimming pools, canyon hiking; an 80-foot natural waterfall, nearby riding & cycling trails, and more. Each guestroom is equipped with a large soaking tub and private balcony, perfect for taking in the view. Flying V Bar & Grill features upscale, regional cuisine and a large outdoor patio overlooking the lake and golf course.

For those seeking nourishment of mind, body and soul, L’Auberge de Sedona offers it in abundance. With magnificent vistas and a perfect position on the banks of Oak Creek Canyon’s gently meandering creek, its natural beauty beckons every guest and is woven into the property at every turn including distinct, varied accommodations. A perfect complement to the property’s transcendent natural beauty and level of luxury, Cress on Oak Creek’s food and beverage program features everything from nationally recognized fine dining to naturally immersive creekside fare. At L’Apothecary Nature Spa, guests will encounter an immersive blending station, nourishing spa treatments and a retail selection of spa products geared toward natural rejuvenation. Our highly attuned spa staff specializes in tailoring treatments to individual needs, further assisting in healing, relaxation or invigoration. Likewise, the possibilities for inward connection at L’Auberge de Sedona are endless. Guests here may soothe busy minds, relax tense bodies and heal restless souls with revitalizing programming like sound healing, creekside yoga, stargazing, introduction to crystals and vortexes and more.

Beloved by generations, this Arizona landmark, Historic Hotel of America and AAA 4 Diamond property couples historic charm with a truly modern sense of adventure. Relax in the elegant comfort of 331 casitas and suites, but be sure to carve out time for our legendary golf, superb spa, three pools - including a new 25-foot tower with twisting water slides -distinctive cuisine and innovative, Arizona-inspired programming. The Wigwam is the ideal choice for both locals and guests who seek exceptional accommodations, amenities, activities and service that are enriched by the genuine flavors and real character of Arizona’s past and present. Rich with over 90 years of tradition, The Wigwam inspires locals and guests to “Make Some History” by creating memorable stories and cherished new traditions of their very own.

Experience resort luxury with authentic, southwestern ambiance in Tucson, Arizona. Discover the romantic and vintage style of Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort. Rich in Tucson history, the resort resides in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains on 34 acres of natural desert landscape. Botanical gardens envelop the resort's private casitas, guest rooms and suites. Authentic adobe structures and hand-carved, wood-beamed ceilings circa 1929 are just a few of the preserved details amidst modern day amenities.

Royal Palms provides an engaging and unforgettable journey for all senses. Built in 1929, this enchanting Spanish Mediterranean mansion offers 119 artfully appointed casitas, estate rooms and villas. On every stroll through winding cobblestone pathways, guests will discover romantic nooks, crackling fireplaces and splashing courtyard fountains. Intimate and tranquil, Forbes four-star Alvadora Spa indulges the senses with natural beauty and the finest spa amenities. T. Cook's crafted, thoughtful and bold approach to food, complemented with The Mix Up bar's inventive mixology, is yet another reason to make Royal Palms a must-see destination.

Set amidst flowering cactus, breathtaking sunsets and framed against the majestic McDowell Mountains, Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa features a 2 1/2-acre "water playground", 27 holes of championship golf, world-class tennis, Spa, the Native American Learning and Environmental Center, an international art collection and four distinctively different restaurants.