Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa
5700 East McDonald Drive | Paradise Valley, AZ 85253-5218 [SEE MAP]Paradise Valley, AZ [SEE ADDRESS]
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Overview
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 $30 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.
- Location
- Paradise Valley, AZ
- Hotel Class
- 5.0-star
- Property Type
- Resort, 109 rooms
- Primary View
- Mountain(s)
- Style
- Rustic
- Best For
- Couples, Groups, Solo travelers
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- 5.0Hotel Class
- EXCELLENTCritic Rating
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
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Other Awards
- AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2019
- Condé Nast Readers' Choice List 2018
- Forbes Travel Guide Four Star Awards 2018
- TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2018
The surrounding red rocks, which sprawl for 53 acres around the resort, create a dramatic Southwestern atmosphere you can't find anywhere else in the world.
Its complete refurbishment in 2001 only made it swankier; today, the 105 casitas are sleek and modern, with original paintings, oversized soaking tubs with votive candles and signature bath salts, and enormous windows framing panoramic mountain views.
An infinity-edge pool, Zen meditation garden, and Asian-inspired Sanctuary Spa make this a haven for relaxation.
Other Awards
- AAA/CAA Four Diamond Awards 2019
- Condé Nast Readers' Choice List 2018
- Forbes Travel Guide Four Star Awards 2018
- TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2018
Guest Reviews
A hotel's guest rating is calculated using data provided under license by TripAdvisor. A total of 2037 have reviewed the Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa, giving it a rating of 4.5, on a scale of 1-5.
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TripAdvisor Travel Rating:Guest Rooms
- The $30 daily resort fee includes in-room internet access, complimentary coffee and tea and a nightly turndown service
Standard room size: 500 square feet
- Internet (free)
- Premium channels
- Workspace/desk
- Minifridge
- Bathrobes/slippers
- Minibar
- Shower/tub combo
- Separate shower
- Separate tub
- Wireless Internet
- Guest rooms with patios and balconies
- Adjoining rooms available
Location & Parking
- About 12 miles northeast of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
- 24-hour valet parking (free)
- 24-hour self-parking
- Airport shuttle
- Car service
Within walking distance of:
- Grocery store
- Movie theater
- Theater
- Shopping
- Bus stop
- Train station
- Subway/metro stop
- Restaurants
- Beach
Dining
Number of restaurants: 2
Cuisine Types: American
- Fine dining
- Casual dining
- Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace
- Bar/lounge
- Room service
- 24-hour room service
- Free breakfast
Pool
- The main infinity-edge pool is the largest pool, and it is near a dining deck and a large patio
- Ample seating options surround the pools, from lounge chairs to cabanas
- Family pool
- Infinity pool
- Whirlpool/hot tub
- Adults-only pool
- Lap pool
- Wading pool
- Lazy river
- Seasonal
- Indoor
- Outdoor
- Indoor/outdoor combo
- Pool bar
- Lifeguard on duty
- Poolside service
- Waterslide
- Deck chairs or cabanas
Spa
- Spa offers more unusual treatments, including astrology services and hypnotherapy
- Body scrubs and massages are available as in-room treatments
- Nail services and hair care are available at the salon
- Spa hours are 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily
Services offered:
- Massage
- Facial
- Body treatments (i.e. scrubs, wraps)
- Salon services
- Outdoor treatment area
- Steam room
- Sauna
Fitness
- Nutrition and fitness assessments are available for an additional fee
- Weight equipment
- Cardio equipment
- Yoga mats
- Free fitness classes
- Premium fitness classes (with fee)
- Bicycles (free)
- Tennis (with fee)
- Guided runs
- Paddle boats
- Motor boats
Business
- XII restaurant offers private dining for up to 12 guests
Number of meeting rooms: 5
- Business center
- Meeting rooms
- Meeting and event planners available
Pets
- Pets are welcomed at check-in with a letter and a gift
- Pets allowed (with fee)
- Dog walking
- Pet-sitting
Wedding
- There is no wedding planner on staff, but the resort contracts with outside wedding providers
- Catering available
Maximum wedding guest capacity: 250
- Hotel hosts weddings
- Outdoor space for weddings
- Wedding planners available
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