The Wigwam

Arizona is renowned for its stunning golf resorts, making it a prime destination for golf aficionados. From championship courses to quick par-3 challenges, the variety of golfing options on offer is impressive. You'll find everything from luxurious accommodation and indulgent spas to fine dining and breathtaking views. Whether you prefer a modern-luxe experience or a laidback desert hideaway, Arizona’s golf resorts certainly don't drop the ball.

For a family-friendly resort

The Wigwam

  • It's all going on at The Wigwam, a classic family-friendly resort on 440 acres. Kids will love the outdoor pools, water slides, playground and lawn games, while the adults can play golf (three different 18-hole courses), tennis or relax in the spa. And if that's not enough, Phoenix's downtown is just a 30-minute drive from the property.
  • Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix is a luxury holiday resort village, perfect for families. It boasts its own 7-acre waterpark, complete with slides, wave pool, hot tubs and flumes, plus a spa and tennis court. The golf course is surrounded by stunning desert landscape and there are four dining options. There's something for everyone here!
  • Set on 500 acres of an historic Spanish ranch, Tubac Golf Resort & Spa is another great family pick. Expect reasonably-priced family suites (children 12 and under stay free), plus a tennis court and lovely outdoor pool. The resort has its own 27-hole championship course and a retail village featuring galleries and boutique shopping, plus a golf pro shop.

For a stylish stay

Omni Tucson National Resort

  • Omni Tucson National Resort makes a strong style statement with its desert-inspired decor and customised artwork. There are two excellent golf courses on-site, plus practice areas, a golf shop and pros to help your hone your skills. For relaxation, the luxurious spa offers 12 different treatment rooms including an intimate couples' experience room.
  • Once a destination for Hollywood's biggest stars, Mountain Shadows Resort has had a modern makeover, so it now boasts contemporary style and clean lines. Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows framing spectacular views, plus there's an open-air bar and restaurant with two pools. The hotel itself has a quick par-3 course and there are several longer courses in the area.

For a spoiling spa

Boulders Resort & Spa

  • Boulders Resort & Spa is tucked, as its name suggests, amongst the boulders in the Arizona desert. The hotel boasts two award-winning, Jay Morrish-designed golf courses, eight dining options, tennis courts and four pools. Prepare to be totally pampered at the 33,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art spa which offers an extensive treatment list and uses local ingredients.
  • Get set to relax at Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain, a desert hideaway resort outside of Tucson. The luxe spa uses indigenous Tucson gemstones favoured by native Indians to ease sore muscles, alleviate stress and restore energy. There are three pools to enjoy, picturesque views and a golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus.
  • Situated in the foothills of Pinnacle Peak, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale is a serene desert retreat where guests can indulge in secluded luxury. Expect a top-tier spa, three gourmet restaurants, exclusive golf courses and a stunning pool with cabanas. A sophisticated and laidback choice.

For the activities

Enchantment Resort and Spa

  • You'll never feel bored at Enchantment Resort and Spa in Sedona. As well as enjoying exclusive access to Seven Canyons 18-hole course, guests can play tennis, join art and yoga sessions, or swim in the gorgeous pool. For the youngsters, Camp Coyote offers a range of activities from nature walks to cooking classes, plus there are some fantastic tours to see the Grand Canyon.
  • Nestled at the base of the mountain, there's a wide choice of on-site and off-site activities at JW Marriott Camelback Inn. You'll find two 18-hole golf courses, six restaurants, a spa, two heated outdoor pools, tennis courts and bikes for hire. And make sure you get out into the mountains with some fantastic hiking trails nearby.

For the views

ADERO Scottsdale

  • Set in the Sonoran Desert, with 360 degree views of the mountain peaks, ADERO Scottsdale invites you to kick back and soak in those views. Spacious rooms have sliding glass doors leading onto private terraces, while fine dining can be enjoyed al fresco. Sunridge Canyon Golf Club is adjacent to the property, plus there are two other courses under 10 miles away.
  • All rooms at The Phoenician feature a balcony or terrace to make the most of this gorgeous scenic location near Scottsdale. The sleek  interiors are simply styled with swathes of glass, minimalist furniture and indulgent bathrooms. With eight dining options, an extensive pool complex, a spa and an 18-hole golf course, you'll feel totally spoiled here.

Still not sure? 

12 Top Golf Resorts in Arizona

Enchantment Resort and Spa

Sedona (Arizona)

A luxurious resort secluded in 70 acres. Large contemporary rooms and suites have private decks and fireplaces with unbelievable views of the gateway to Boynton Canyon. Imaginative menus and an extensive wine list welcome you at all four of the restaurants. Activity and spa paradise.

  • Families - With a wide range family friendly rooms, plus endless activities and a kids club this is perfect family holiday material
  • Sights nearby - In the area you MUST see the Grand Canyon and there are some fantastic tours to get on.
  • Kids Club - Camp Coyote offers a range of activities from nature walks, to cooking classes and more
  • Cooking classes - Cooking classes and demos are avaliable for all levels of cooks.
from $380 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Mountain Shadows Resort

Scottsdale (Arizona)

A fabulous reinvention of a 1950's destination for the stars, this modern-luxe resort brings Camelback Mountain to life. Ultra modern rooms offer plush bedding, cocktail carts and floor to ceiling windows with spectacular views. The open-air bar and restaurant comes complete with two pools.

  • Total relaxation - Whether it's golfing, swimming, sipping on cocktails or being pampered and poked in the spa- relaxtion is on the cards
  • Golf - The hotel itself boasts a quick par-3 course and there are several longer courses in the area
  • Great walks - Hitch a lift with the resorts Tesla to Echo Canyon trailhead at Camelback Mountain
  • Restaurant
from $462 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Tubac Golf Resort & Spa

Arizona

A resort, set on 500 acres of a historic Spanish ranch, surrounded by the Santa Rita and Tumacácori Mountains. Rooms are comfortable and reflect the spirit of the Southwest with local artworks and mosaic-tiled bathrooms. Take advantage of the pools, spa, retail village and golf course.

  • Value chic - With wonderful access to numerous facilites and at an affordable price, this resort is very good value for money
  • Active Holiday - From swimming in the pool to playing rounds of golfs and games of tennis- there are lots of activities to enjoy
  • Sights nearby - The resort is near the artist community of Tubac, an eclectic collection of shops, galleries, restaurants and historic parks
  • Restaurant - The Stables Ranch Grille specialises in fresh fish, prime beef and specialties
from $129 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Wigwam

Arizona (Arizona)

Expect all the bells and whistles of a classic family-friendly resort at this 300+ room property outside of Pheonix. Over 440 acres there are multiple pools and restaurants, world-class golf, tennis and fantastic spa facilities. Rooms are classic American - spacious with fireplaces and golf views.

  • Families - Adults can play golf, tennis or relax in the spa and kids will adore the outdoor pools, water slides, playground and lawn games
  • Spa breaks - The resort's Aveda spa is extensive. Enjoy a lap pool, steam, sauna, 15 massage rooms and hair and beauty treatments
  • Golf - The Wigwam Golf Club is made up of 3 different 18-hole courses
  • Sights nearby - Wildlife World Zoo, Desert Botanical Garden, Ak-Chin Pavilion, Phoenix International Raceway and Maryvale Baseball Park
from $330 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Ritz Carlton Dove Mountain

Arizona (Arizona)

Desert hideaway resort outside of Tuscon. Nestled in the canyons of the Tortolita Mountains, the retreat has a spa, golf and plenty of recreation. 250 rooms, suites and casitas have been elegantly designed with local touches and floor-to-ceiling views. Plus there are 5 strong dining options.

  • Spa breaks - Indigenous Tucson gemstones favoured by native Indians are used to ease sore muscles, alleviate stress and restore energy
  • Back to Nature - Stargaze under a desert sky, hike with stops at historic petroglyphs and bike through the Tortolita Mountains
  • Hideaway - The remote and picturesque desert surroundings make it easy to forget everything and everyone
  • Golf - The Golf Course at Dove Mountain was designed by Jack Nicklaus
from $400 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Arizona Grand Resort

Phoenix (Arizona)

Luxury holiday resort village with unbeatable amenities and activities. Made up of 1 and 2-bedroom spacious suites there are four dining venues, golf, tennis, spa and several outdoor pools. Room decor is sleek, white and fresh to blend with Spanish-style exterior and an overall Mediterranean feel.

  • Total relaxation - Everyone can engage in their own relaxing activity here, whether its a day at the spa, a round of golf or sunbathing by the pool
  • Families - The spacious suites are well suited to families and the on-site Water Park is a kid's dream come true
  • Hotel Entertainment - The resort boasts its own 7 acre waterpark, complete with slides, wave pool, hot tubs and flumes
  • Tennis Court
from $278 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Boulders Resort & Spa

Scottsdale (Arizona)

A luxurious resort & spa boasting an enviable position hidden amongst the boulders in the Arizona desert. A range of rooms, suites, and villas are traditionally inspired but the finish is very luxe. With four pools, two golf courses, endless activities and dining options - this property has it all.

  • Spa breaks - Uniwind in the 33,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art spa which offers an extensive treatment list and uses local ingredients
  • Groups - The private villas each with three suites and featuring a separate pool, is perfect for groups or families
  • Tennis Court - On-site outdoor courts plus coaching, tennis clinics and pro shop.
  • Golf - The hotel boasts two award-winning, Jay Morrish-designed courses
from $329 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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ADERO Scottsdale

Scottsdale (Arizona)

A luxury hotel boasting an enviable setting with 360-degree views of the Sonoran Desert. Spacious rooms are chic and contemporary with sliding glass doors leading onto private terraces. The fine dining is best enjoyed on the terrace, days are spent outdoors too, and the spa is an utter treat.

  • Back to Nature - Set in the Sonoran Desert, with 360 degree views of the mountain peaks, this remote location is striking by day and night
  • Active Holiday - From sunrise yoga to day long hikes, there is plenty to keep busy with outdoors here
  • Great walks - Hike along the Adero Canyon Trailhead, which leads into a vast, interconnected trail system in the McDowell Mountains
  • Restaurant - Healthy fine dining at CIELO and there's a poolside bar too
from $316 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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JW Marriott Camelback Inn

Scottsdale (Arizona)

A luxury hotel set at the base of Camelback Mountain. Pueblo-style casitas and suites beautifully combine simple modern design with a traditional aesthetic. Expect world-class amenities including two 18-hole golf courses, six restaurants, a spa, & endless activities. Ideal for couples or families.

  • Active Holiday - Set at the base of Camelback Mountain, there are a wide choice of on-site and off-site activities
  • Golf - The hotel boasts two 18-hole championship golf courses and a driving range
  • Restaurant - Six restaurants include a Steakhouse, a Southwestern restaurant, casual American dining, poolside dining, and a Starbucks
  • Spa - The Spa at Camelback Inn is a full-service spa with a wide range of massages and body treatments
from $469 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Phoenician

Scottsdale (Arizona)

A luxury resort set in a scenic location near Scottsdale. Sleek rooms are simply styled with clean lines, swathes of glass, minimalist furniture, and indulgent bathrooms. With eight dining options, an extensive pool complex, a spa, and an 18-hole golf course — you will wish for nothing here.

  • Active Holiday - Camelback Mountain is a great destination for hiking and mountain biking enthusiasts plus there are endless on-site activities
  • Families - With spacious accommodation, a wide choice of dining, endless activities, and a kids club — this is ideal for families
  • Golf - The hotel has its own 18-hole championship golf course
  • Tennis Court - Play a game of tennis on one of the seven outdoor courts. Equipment and lessons are available
from $639 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Omni Tucson National Resort

Tucson (Arizona)

A golfer's have on the outskirts of Tucson. With their desert inspired decor, customised art work, and private balcony or patio, each luxury bedroom is a stylish statement. Plus there are two championship golf courses, superb dining, two pools and spoiling Mokara Spa. A stunning desert oasis!

  • Spa breaks - Award winning facilities at the Mokara Spa including multiple treatment rooms, and a wide-ranging menu of facials, massages etc
  • Golf - Two excellent golf courses on site, plus practise areas, golf shop and pros to help your hone your skills!
  • Total relaxation - From golfing to sitting in your own cabana by the pool, it's the perfect getaway
  • Active Holiday - Great golfing on site, plus hiking, biking and so much more!
from $294 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale

Scottsdale (Arizona)

A chic oasis in Arizona's Sonoran desert. The decor reflects the area's vibrant palette, with rooms boasting deep soaking tubs and cosy fireplaces. There's a top-tier spa, three gourmet restaurants, exclusive golf courses, and a pool with cabanas. A tranquil retreat with a touch of the Wild West.

  • Romantic Break - Indulge in secluded luxury amid saguaros at this desert oasis, perfect for romantic stargazing from your private balcony
  • Country Escape - Escape to an adobe haven where exclusive golf and spa pampering await, ideal for a serene desert retreat
  • Golf - Tee off at Troon North Golf Club, with special privileges and scenic courses
  • Restaurant - Enjoy outdoor dining at the Spanish steakhouse or American classics at the bar
from $657 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Jan Gooderham

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