Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa
Luxury desert resort with spa, dining, and mountain views.
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Set across 53 acres of desert landscape, Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa overlooks Paradise Valley and Camelback Mountain. The resort provides a tranquil escape with its manicured grounds and gardens, offering a rejuvenating experience. Accommodations include chic casitas and spacious suites with contemporary furnishings and natural finishes. Guests can enjoy sweeping views of the area's natural vistas from the private mountainside villas.
Should you book Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa?
A luxury resort stay with extensive spa facilities, on-site dining, and mountain views.
Best for
- Spa and wellness seekers
- Couples
- Relaxing desert getaway
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking direct access to shops
- Budget travellers
Spa sanctuary
The resort's award-winning Asian-inspired spa offers a range of treatments designed for balance and relaxation. Guests can choose from indoor or outdoor treatment rooms, body treatments, massage, and specialized therapies like Thai Massage and Reiki.
Dining options
Elements restaurant serves American cuisine with Asian accents, featuring standout dishes and views. Jade Bar offers handcrafted cocktails, afternoon fare, and daily sushi. Private dining is available at Table XII, alongside in-room dining services.
Accommodations
Casitas provide chic accommodations with contemporary furnishings and natural finishes. Suites offer sleek, sophisticated finishes, and private mountainside villas deliver modern luxury for watching sunrises and sunsets.
Pools and recreation
The resort features outdoor swimming pools with views, alongside a hot tub and a fitness center. Activities offered include Pilates and meditation classes, with bicycle rental and tennis equipment available.
Rooms & rates
Double Room
60.0 m² · 1 king bed
Balcony · Mountain view · Bath · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Mountain Casita King
46.0 m² · 1 king bed
Mountain view · Bath · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi · Shower
Mountain Suite King
93.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Balcony · Mountain view · Bath · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV
Suite
93.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 2 full beds Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Balcony · Mountain view · Bath · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Fitness center
- Free parking
- Room service
- Free Wifi
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness center
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Fitness center
Bathroom
- Slippers
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Mountain view
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Location
5700 East McDonald Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85253, United States, Paradise Valley, Arizona
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa is located in Paradise Valley, Arizona.
5 sights nearby, 2 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is Echo Canyon Recreation Area at 0.5 mi.
Things to do nearby
- Echo Canyon Recreation Areanature reserve0.5 mi
- Camelback Mountainpeak0.5 mi
- The Praying Monkpeak0.7 mi
- Shemer Art Centermuseum1.4 mi
- David and Gladys Wright Housemuseum1.6 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.3 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 49 guest reviews
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain earns consistent praise for its stunning mountain setting, welcoming staff, and impressive spa and pool facilities, making it a genuinely enjoyable retreat for most guests. However, a recurring thread of complaints points to maintenance shortfalls — worn interiors, broken fixtures, and overcrowding from day-pass visitors — that undercut the luxury experience some expect at this price point. Overall sentiment is warmly positive, though the property shows room to improve on upkeep and crowd management.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 17 · average 9.7
They wrote about: facilities, room, location
Reviews scoring 7–9: 4 · average 7.2
They wrote about: location, staff, facilities
Reviews scoring 5–7: 1 · average 5
They wrote about: staff, value, facilities
Reviews scoring Under 5: 1 · average 1
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dining options at the resort?
The resort offers Elements restaurant for American cuisine with Asian accents, Jade Bar for cocktails and sushi, and private dining at Table XII. In-room dining is also available.
What kind of spa services are offered?
Sanctuary's Spa provides treatments to cultivate balance and relaxation, including body treatments, massage, skin care, Thai Massage, Reiki, and salon services in indoor and outdoor rooms.
What types of rooms are available?
Room options include Double Rooms, Mountain Casita King rooms, and Mountain Suite King rooms. Private mountainside villas are also available.
Are pets allowed at the resort?
Yes, the resort is pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring their animals during their stay.
Does the resort have a swimming pool?
Yes, the resort features outdoor swimming pools with inspiring views for guests to enjoy.
Is parking available for guests?
Complimentary parking is available for all guests at the resort.
Is WiFi provided?
Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the resort for guest use.
What activities can I do at the resort?
Activities include Pilates and meditation classes. Bicycle rental and tennis equipment are available, and there is a golf course within 2 miles.