Sanctuary Resort On Camelback Mountain
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (480) 948-2100
- Price Range: $$$$
13 Reviews for Sanctuary Resort On Camelback Mountain
Great place to have lunch or lounge at deck overlooking the pool! They have a great variety of dishes and pretty healthy too! I didn't stay there but have heard mixed stories. Maybe it is better just to go and eat there instead! ;-P
I was more disappointed in this stay than I have ever been with a hotel. It was the worst value considering the service- at $445 a night for a simple, basic room, when our economy is in a recession and hotel trends are weakening, I expect friendly and prompt service AT A MINIMUM. I found the conceirge to be confused, give us poor directions (i.e. taking 30 mins to get somewhere that took 5 minutes), recommended a terrible restaurant to us (Los Olivos) that was completely unsuitable, and never letting us know our folio of reservations and most importantly, NOT LETTING US KNOW WHEN she had been unable to make reservations that she suggested.
The construction at the deck right above the pool was also an issue - no one had notified us of. The jackjammering started at 915 AM on Friday. The manager did give us a $100/night rate abatement after I had to complain - which I appreciated but would have preferred to not have the conversation in the first place.
The room was also dirty - our feet kept turning black and we couldnt figure out why - and we were utterly disgusted to realize it was from our HOTEL ROOM. We had to wear shoes in our room or wash our feet after walking around.
The service at the spa was very good (although you certainly pay for it) and I found the woman at the front desk very helpful which is why I am giving 2 stars.
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I wrote my elaborate review under Sanctuary Spa. This place is near PERFECT.
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I love sipping wine at the Jade bar or enjoying some of the finest dining with an exquisite view. Not for one on a budget.
I would like to stay and get pampered soon... ;)
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If its good enough for Britney, its good enough for me. Which I guess isnt saying much these days... But trashy ole Brit knew what she was doing when she booked a room at Sanctuary.
This resort truely is a Sanctuary--the pool, complete with negative edge, in-water matching rafts for guests, and a top notch waitstaff was my favorite spot. Had a gotten a chance to experience the spa, which I've heard is one of the best in town, I may have taken up residence there.
I stayed here as a reward for work with a bunch of girls--we had a suite--a sweet suit eactually, complete with 3 bedrooms, kitchen living room, etc. We even had a cute bellboy who watched parts of the NBA finals with us. Now thats service.
Plush robes, a balcony with a perfect mountain view, and egyptian cotton sheets. Loveitloveit.
At night we went to Elements which is the very up-scale restaurant and bar at the resort. It deserves its own review so I'll write a seperate one, but know that its exceptional and the view is amazing. A great date spot for even those who aren't spending the night at the hotel.
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The pool area was very nice. Every chair had a towel ready for you to just sit there. The pool service was great. Greg Badger is the most hard-working chef/waiter there. He was out in the sun in upper 90/lower 100 degree temperatures and was very helpful to all the guests. I ate at Elements the other times I visited Arizona, but the poolside menu is great too! I preferred the orange chicken bento box. Although edamame was not on the poolside menu, our waiter was able to get it for us. That is great service!
The bed was very comfortable; nice and soft. I also liked the wall-mounted, flatscreen LCD tv.The valet service was great as well. We were greeted everytime we drove into the Sanctuary complex.
The tennis courts were very nice as well. I played during the morning and made use of their ball machine to warm up.
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I'm not sure why some of the folks who wrote glowing reviews still only chose 4 stars? From my experience, this place should get 10! I could care less about the celebrity thing, but I can see why they flock here.
We went for a wedding in the middle of July. It was amazing. Everything. I have not one complaint. Except that I may never get to go here again if I'm spending my own dime....
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I love-love-loved this hotel. I did a site visit here once, and while I didn't get to see all the space, and the person that was supposed to show me around ended up being unable to do so, I took a quick tour of most of the property via golf cart (they didn't let me drive though - mean). And of course I got to stay in a kick ass room. I had a little kitchenette and a living room, and then the bedroom and bathroom. I always had treats in my room when I came home, and the turndown service was awesome.
I really really want to stay in one of the rooms with an outdoor tub! I love being naked outside! I don't necessarily want anyone to see me, but I like to do it. An enclosed tub is perfect for my non-exhibitionistic-nudist yearnings!
The infinity pool was gorgeous, the bar and its big fire pits incredibly sexy, and the food was good too. But how can food not be good when you're sitting outside on a gorgeous terrace looking out over the desert, or back up toward the mountain? They even own homes on the property that you can rent out!
I would stay here every time I visited the area if I could afford it.
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The land of "yes." Make any request and it will be done. Killer infinity pool. Amazing view. Lovely rooms. One of my all time favorite hotels. Expensive. Go during off season.
Update: Hmmm... seems to be turning into quite the celebrity hideaway. The bartender used to tell me about Britney's stays. And I did see chef Mario Batali leaving one night. But most recently Vince and Jennifer were guests.
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Went off season and the tariff was reasonable. A bargain, for what it was. Breathtaking views, oh so luxurious room complete with high thread count sheets, cozy robes, a bath complete with products and sponge waiting you, and spray to scent your sheets.
The breakfast was excellent, served in a dining rioom that overlooks a magnificent vista.
My only disclaimer : the a/c unit in the room was in the closet and ran noisily all night.
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Allegedly Jennifer Anniston's hotel of choice, I really enjoyed the scenery at this sedate mountain getaway. Pool had gorgeous mountain views And, no forced valet is nice. Elements did not offer a stellar dining experience for late lunch (though they had creative outdoor heating), so that takes away from my perspective.
I have a friend who works here, so I get all the gossip on Britney Spears, Vince Vaughn and Jennifer Aniston when they stay here.
The hotel is on Camelback Mountain, giving it a relaxing feel and the views are amazing.
The room was great, the bed was so comfortable and the room service was fantastic.
I'd recommend this hotel to anyone!
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Amazing location with verrrry hip atmosphere. The bar is dead by 10pm but if you can score a seat on the hillside deck and linger after dinner there is no place you would rather be.
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