Best Preferred Hotels & Resorts in Arizona

Its name describes this resort perfectly: Sanctuary. And its location, lodged on the side of Camelback Mountain, is rife with opportunities for both rejuvenation and physical activity. No wonder this hotel has seen its fare share of Hollywood heavyweights passing through its doors. Guest rooms are bright and beautiful, with exposed, whitewashed brick walls, deep soaking tubs and panoramic views. But for most travelers, Sanctuary's highlights are located outside the rooms. Guests lounge in (or by) the infinity pool and watch their worries drop off the edge of the world. And for an extra dose of pampering, travelers head straight to the resort spa, which boasts a bevy of Asian-inspired treatments. Visitors can also sip a variety of cocktails made from premium liquor and local ingredients at Jade Bar before enjoying a meal at Elements, the hotel's restaurant run by chef Beau MacMillan. And although Sanctuary does charge a $40 resort fee per night (to cover parking and internet access, among other amenities) on top of the general room rate, many guests weren't fazed by the extra cost.

Visitors of the Hotel Valley Ho enjoy the hotel's trendy ambiance. Having originally opened in 1956, this chic hotel has been Old Town Scottsdale's hip lodging spot for more than half a century. The Preferred Lifestyle property's exciting atmosphere and friendly customer service immediately caught the eyes and ears of travelers, but the hotel's retro style, which features bright colors and vintage furniture, is what ultimately stole guest's hearts. In addition to impeccable decor, guest rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and private patios or balconies, as well as flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi access and morning bars with complimentary coffee. If you're looking to mix and mingle with fellow chic clientele, head to one of two on-site pools or plan to attend the evening happy hour at ZuZu, which serves up seasonal American fare and late afternoon libations. And remember, if you're a member of the Preferred-affiliated iPrefer Hotel Rewards loyalty program, you can earn or redeem points while staying here.

Mountain Shadows is a 4.5 star hotel located at 5445 E Lincoln Dr in Phoenix. It has a 5.0 overall guest rating based on 405 reviews.

The Wigwam wows guests, which range from families to newlyweds, with 440 acres to explore. The property was built in 1918 as a retreat for executives of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and opened to the public as a luxury resort in 1929. Guests say its friendly staff deserves the most praise while rooms are regularly described as comfortable and spacious (traditional guest rooms start at 480 square feet). The Wigwam's grounds also encompass three championship golf courses (54 holes) as well as four pools (equipped with two water slides), an in-house spa, a fitness center and tennis courts. No matter how you choose to spend your day, recent guests recommend kicking off the evening with a meal at one of the resort's three on-site restaurants: Red's Bar & Grill serves casual American cuisine, while Litchfield's specializes in farm-to-table fare.

Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort is a 4 star hotel located at 5501 N Hacienda Del Sol Rd in Tucson. It has a 4.5 overall guest rating based on 1064 reviews.