Best Hilton Hotels & Resorts in Arizona

The Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas lacks the sprawling golf courses and the palatial decor that characterize its competitors, but if you go in accepting these facts, recent visitors say that you'll probably enjoy your stay here. Although you can walk across the street to the Borgata shopping center, you can also take a free shuttle to Old Town Scottsdale. Meanwhile, the rooms are spacious and comfortable, decorated in neutral contemporary fashions and equipped with flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. The on-site facilities receive high praise. Guests appreciate the on-site dining and spa, and love lounging by the free-form swimming pool. You Bluefire Grille serves Southwestern style fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and there's also Flemming's Steakhouse and the alfresco Oasis Bar & Grille. 

Lodged in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains about 15 miles north of downtown Tucson, visitors find the Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort boasts beautiful desert views and impressive facilities. Guest rooms here come complete with private patios or balconies and signature Serenity furnishings. The three golf courses at the resort also win over visitors, as do the scenic tennis courts and the numerous pools (kids especially love the waterslides). And when it comes time to refuel, the resort's three eateries allow guests to taste Southwestern specialties. You can save on your stay if you're a member of the Hilton Honors loyalty program.

Set at the base of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve, this 27-acre Hilton property is more like an oasis than a resort. The climate is warm, the location is peaceful and the pool is its own little island – dotted with palm trees, waterfalls and jagged rock formations. But that doesn't mean all you should do is lounge around. The Pointe Hilton is brimming with activities for all ages, with many guests saying it's the perfect getaway for families. Children will reach nirvana at the River Ranch, which has 4 acres of pools outfitted with a waterslide and lazy river (a crowd favorite), as well as miniature golf and Coyote Camp, the property's kids day camp. Adults can get their fill of fun by playing a round of golf or tennis, or treating themselves to some down time at the 10,000-square-foot spa. In-room amenities are just as plentiful, with suites all featuring Hilton Serenity Beds, flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi access (which is included in the nightly $26 resort fee). At Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort, Hilton Honors members can use and earn points.

Tucked within Sedona, Arizona's Village of Oak Creek neighborhood, the Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock appeals to golfers, couples and relaxation-seekers. At this sprawling resort, visitors have access to an 18-hole championship golf course, swimming pools and hot tubs, a fitness center and the 25,000-square-foot eforea: spa, where treatments incorporate organic, locally sourced ingredients. What's more, this Hilton outpost – which participates in the brand's Hilton Honors loyalty program – offers two on-site eateries, including an upscale grill with Southwestern dishes and a casual cafe. Both venues received high marks from recent diners for their friendly servers and tasty (albeit expensive) dishes. After filling up, retreat to one of the property's 221 accommodations. Each guest room and suite features soothing colors, local artwork and natural elements like wood and granite, plus a gas fireplace, a kitchenette, an HD TV, a balcony or patio and internet access (use of which is covered by the daily resort fee). Then, head off-site to snap pics of Sedona's famous red rocks at Red Rock State Park, which sits approximately 17 miles away.

The Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs is a superb resort for a casual stay. It's elevated location in the North Mountain Preserve provides access to hiking paths through the Colossal Cave system and Montezuma Castle National Monument. But you don't have to stray far from the resort in order to find something to do. This resort is home to one of the area's top golf courses, the Lookout Mountain Golf Club, which (as its name suggests) offers panoramic vistas from fairways, as well as a full-service spa, multiple pools and a water park for the kids. When dinnertime rolls around, sit down to a satisfying steak dinner at the AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Different Pointe of View restaurant (but be sure to make reservations). Accommodations here are all suites and feature comforts such as Internet access, coffee makers and fully stocked minibars.

Located 8 miles from the University of Arizona and within walking distance of shopping and dining at Broadway Plaza, Hilton Tucson East offers travelers in Tucson, Arizona, comfortable accommodations and modern amenities. Guests hoping to relax outside can enjoy an outdoor pool a sun deck. Those looking to get some work done can use the hotel’s business center, while there is also a fitness center on-site for active visitors. When it is time to eat, Alloro D.O.C. offers Italian option for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as room service. Some recent guests were disappointed by the lack of complimentary breakfast though. There is also a 24-hour market with grab-and-go items. This Hilton’s contemporary guest rooms feature flat-screen TVs, minifridges, work desks and free Wi-Fi access. Suites add balconies and separate living areas. What’s more, Hilton Honors members receive added perks and can earn and redeem points at this property.