Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa

5.0 star property

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Villa (Luna) | Balcony view
3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Villa (Luna) | Living area
Exterior
Villa (Ventana)

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
5700 E McDonald Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ, 85253
  • Scottsdale Fashion Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Fashion Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Camelback Mountain
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Villa (Ventana)

  • 315 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mountain Casita)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio (Spa Patio Casita)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Spa Patio Casita King)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace (Terrace Casita King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 81 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Mountain Suite King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Mountain)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Camelback)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mountain Casita)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Spa)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 111 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa (Norte)

  • 279 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 111 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mountain)

  • 93 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 3 Bedrooms (Villa Mariposa)

  • 557 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Villa (Luna)

  • 511 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Double Beds

Villa (Mesa)

  • 409 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Mountain Casita King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Villa (Roca)

  • 260 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Camelback Casita)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Villa (Montana)

  • 446 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Double Beds

Villa (del Sol)

  • 325 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Double Beds

Villa (Paz)

  • 186 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Camelback)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Paradise Valley

With a stay at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa in Paradise Valley (Camel Dale Properties), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Scottsdale Fashion Square and Biltmore Fashion Park. .This golf hotel is 6.1 mi (9.7 km) from Talking Stick Resort Casino and 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Arizona State University.

What's nearby

  • Scottsdale Fashion Square - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Biltmore Fashion Park - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Talking Stick Resort Casino - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Camelback Mountain - 13 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Phoenix Zoo - 14 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • 38th Street - Washington Station - 13 min drive
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Henry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buck & Rider - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Flower Child - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blanco Cocina + Cantina - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa

Luxury hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa offers 110 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and minibars. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Paradise Valley hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include laptop-compatible safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

3 outdoor tennis courts and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Sanctuary Resort Spa has 12 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 110 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while iPod docking stations and cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Paradise Valley? This hotel has 3204 square feet (298 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 11 AM.
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa has a restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee: USD 30 to 50 for adults and USD 30 to 50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Tennis lessons
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 3,204 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 12 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100.00 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 30.00 to 50.00 for adults, and USD 30.00 to 50.00 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the infinity pool Friday-Sunday.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Camelback Mountain Sanctuary
Resort Sanctuary
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Paradise Valley
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort Paradise Valley
Sanctuary Camelback Resort
Sanctuary Mountain Resort
Sanctuary Resort Camelback
Sanctuary Resort Camelback Mountain
ctuary Camelback Mountain
Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort Spa

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 810 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 810 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 810 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 810 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 810 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nestled up in the mountains in a beautiful spot lots of places to explore and walk. All the landscaping was beautifully kept. I miss it already.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nathan

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Very Average

Should be a very nice experience but poor service, nowhere near the 5 star price point, an extremely crowded pool and spa and very average f&b made this a somewhat disappointing stay although location and views are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome boutique resort all around!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Glenda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For hotel with the price tag x night this one has they room was very disappointing, there was a rug in the room in the leaving area that I wouldn’t even use at my dog’s patio. Furniture outdated, very limited dining options. For sure not a $1k x night worth hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cornelia

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is considered a pet friendly property - but they would not allow in the beginning our dog in the dining area - only on the patio. But finally the manager made it happen and we always could sit inside since it was either too hot or chilly to sit on the patio. The maintenance should also replace on a regular schedule batteries for the fire alarm detectors. Ours started beeping in both rooms. But neighbors in close by rooms had the same problems at the same time. In the coming days we heard more beeping around in other parts of property. There is an in room safe on the top shelf of closet- but it is not bolted to the wall and could have been easily removed
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Reilly

Liked: Amenities
For the price, it was disappointing. The room was fine but nothing special and the floors seemed dirty. The pool was very crowded - you can barely find a chair and some people had to wait. My room wasn’t serviced until extremely late in the afternoon and though they removed the used towels and bath mats, they did not replace them. The spa was very nice but one of the practitioners decided to leave the doors and shades open to the outside during a massage and there was a wedding going on (loud) as well as it was way too light in the room. For the luxury experience (and price) that they claim to have, I would recommend staying somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the seclusion and gorgeous setting. Pool is lovely and overall we liked our room. We were a little disappointed that with our casita we could hear everything in the adjoining space through the door that links the two rooms. I could hear normal volume full conversations. Given how quiet and serene everything else this was a let down. Also the water in our shower could have been a tad bit hotter. Appreciated being able to made espresso in our room each morning and listen to the birds chirp outside. The jade bar happy hour food was great and so was our breakfast sandwich from elements. The breakfast fried rice was decent but not our favorite. Room service was excellent. The pool snacks were a little disappointing but the staff wonderful. The bell guys were fantastic and the house car super convenient for off site dining. Our room wasn’t ready at check in time and we had to check back in a couple of times, we did arrive early but it still wasn’t ready at 4. It wasn’t a big deal for us to wait but I also feel like front desk staff didn’t even apologize or really offer us a place to go or options while we waited. We wandered and found our way to the bar. I enjoyed my time at the spa although I don’t think I actually got the pedicure that I booked given that it had some extras I didn’t get but the ladies were very sweet and attentive so not a big concern. My motherhood massage was great and the heated adjustable bed was so comfortable. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had high expectations for this immaculate property and its services, but I was disappointed with my experience. When I inquired about the pool area hours, management informed me that it would be open until 11 PM. However, when I arrived at 8:30 PM on a Friday evening, I found the swimming area completely dark. A maintenance worker eventually arrived and suggested that I should have known how to turn on the jacuzzi. When I asked about the pool lights, he stated there was a light available, but it turned out to be just a safety light. Unfortunately, no additional service was provided. This was especially disappointing given the property's otherwise immaculate condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Casita we stayed in was run down for and old for an upscale resort. Needs updating and work. Windows don’t work, shower door leaks
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
1st class. Would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff and the spa. All treatment providers were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

FARILL

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful resort, service is exceptional, they offer rides in their cars to drop you off and pick you up from the shopping center or restaurants. we used this service everyday. Restaurants, spa and pool are great. even played pickleball, wish we had time to try one of their yoga classes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

April, Manhattan Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sanctuary is a lovely property! Our suite was marvelous. Loved the pool and spa, and Elements dinner was delish. The only knocks were the step down areas in our suite - prefer to not have different levels - the natural stone steps in front of our entry were also potential trip hazards because there was a big gap right in the middle. The hot tub in the women’s spa area was out of commission. But other than those things, we loved everything about the property and our super spacious suite. The bed was SO comfortable, and the robes were plush and cozy. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Service very good. rooms are in dated building

Service very good. rooms are in dated building. Restaurant very good huge windows, views
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great birthday weekend

Such an incredible experience for my wife and I for her birthday weekend. Room and views are incredible. Food amazing, and the spa was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, New york

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb staff and attentiveness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay

The suite was mostly mechanically sound but for time to learn lighting, AC, and choosing not to pursue an improved mattress due to time constraints. However, none of above was a showstopper and mitigated by excellent staff, room design, and overall comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025