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Where to stay on your Scottsdale getaway? What are you in the mood for? A luxury resort with European flair, glistening pools, an on-site spa and every imaginable (and unimaginable) amenity at your fingertips? Or a cozy B&B run by locals who love sharing their own version of Scottsdale with guests who get treated like family?
Scottsdale vacation rentals might be the way to go if you’re traveling family-style, and there are plenty of extended-stay hotels for those of you who might have to work a little in between rounds of golf. From the posh to the folksy to the simply-cheap-n-cheerful, there’s a place to stay to suit your style and budget.

Aerial view: Hyatt Regency Gainey Ranch, Scottsdale, Arizona.
Scottsdale is famous for its premier resorts, oases of gracious tranquility where the place you stay shines as the high point of your whole vacation. The Arizona Biltmore, Royal Palms, and The Phoenician are among the heavyweight names in the luxury resort world, where guests feel like royalty in an exotic land, and no delicious detail goes unnoticed. Think they’re out of reach for regular folks? Not so, particularly during non-peak times when they offer some outstanding rates.
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort. This magnificent resort is scenically set against the backdrop of Arizona's McDowell Mountains and pays tribute to Arizona's Spanish Colonial heritage.
Many of the high-end Scottsdale resorts are destination spas, where the focus is on creating a complete experience in one spot, with pampering accommodations partnered with comprehensive mind-body spa treatments. The Golden Door Spa at the Boulders Resort, for instance, blends the best of East and West in unique treatments and environments that echo the simplicity of Zen with the earthiness of the native Southwest cultures
Needless to say, with year-round gorgeous weather, Scottsdale is a hot spot for golf vacations, and several of the top resorts boast championship courses that are once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The Camelback Inn and The Four Seasons Scottsdale at Troon are among the several with top-notch courses and golf services, and many of the resorts have preferred relationships with the area’s other world-famous courses. Be sure to inquire about golf packages, even if the lodging of your choice isn’t a golf resort per se.
Scottsdale bed and breakfasts offer a cozy, intimate alternative for those who are looking for comfort in a homelike setting. Old renovated homesteads and ranches, quaint private homes, or modern mini-resorts with all the personal B&B touches are among the options. Hearty gourmet breakfasts are a constant fixture, as well as the personal guidance of hosts who know and love the area.
The Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa, an oasis of 39 acres covered with lush gardens, glistening swimming pools, and Frank Lloyd Wright-influenced architecture..
Want to save a few bucks for spring training tickets, art shopping, dining or whatever else brought you to the Valley of the Sun, but still want a nice place to stay? Check out the many mid-range hotel brands that are centrally located to all of Scottsdale’s many attractions. Again, be sure to inquire about off-season rates or activity packages that may simplify your life and bring your even more savings.