JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
The JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is a 15-minute drive from downtown Carfree. The hotel overlooks the McDowell Mountains and rooms with patios and balconies offer views of the Sonoran Desert. The Marriott offers a full-service spa and has golf packages available for the on-site Wildfire Golf Course.
JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
5350 East Marriott Dr.
Phoenix, AZ 85054
(480) 293-5000
jwdesertridgeresort.com
Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is located in a desert setting in an area referred to as the "new" Scottsdale. This resort is less than a 15-minute drive from Carefree and is popular among golfers who are bring their partner for a "couple's" escape to enjoy the spa and the 27-hole Kierland Golf Club. The hotel offers package deals for the Kierland course and also features a nuevo Latino cuisine-based menu at its on-site restaurant.
Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
15620 North Clubgate Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(800) 354-5897
kierlandresort.com
Xona Resort Suites
Rooms and the Xona Resort Suites hotel come with two queen-size beds or you can choose a one-, two- or four-bedroom condo-style suite. The condo-suites are popular with golfers because of the extra room available to store clubs. The hotel is a short drive from the Desert Forrest Golf Course and the vacation planners at the resort will help plan your golf outing upon request.
Xona Resort Suites
7677 East Princess Blvd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(888) 222-1059
xonaresort.com
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