Arizona is home to some of the best golf courses and, luckily for us, the best golf resorts in the country. Start your day on the green in a beautiful mountain setting and end your day at a resort-style pool, a full-service spa, or an award-winning restaurant.
Top 14 Best Golf Resorts in Arizona
1. The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa – Scottsdale, AZ
The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa is the ultimate family resort in Arizona, located in northern Scottsdale. Choose from either standard rooms or suites at the Westin Kierland Resort. There are 7 dining and drink options on the property, a full-service spa, and multiple golf courses (27 holes) on the Westin Kierland Golf Club. When you’re ready to cool off, head to the pools or water park. There is a family-friendly pool, an adult-only pool, a hot tub, as well as a lazy river, a water slide, and a FlowRider surfing simulator. Poolside cabanas can be rented, or opt for renting a private island on the lazy river for a unique poolside experience for your family.
Read our full resort review here: Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
2. JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort– Tucson, AZ
The JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort is located in the heart of Tucson. This resort has three 9-hole golf courses with a beautiful desert views and a full-service spa. It is also known for its multi-tier pools, lazy river, hot tub, water slide, and lazy river. There are 7 dining and drink options on the property offering a variety of cuisines including Mexican, Italian, Barbeque, and (of course) Southwestern. A couple unique experiences at the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort include a morning Native American ritual, Mitakuye Oyasin, and the nightly Tequila Toast on the patio.
Read our full resort review here: JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort
3. Arizona Grand Resort and Spa – Phoenix, AZ
The Arizona Grand Resort is an all-suites resort located in northern Phoenix with beautiful mountain views. There is a scenic 18-hole, par 71 golf course, a full-service spa, and a massive athletic club with fitness equipment and classes. The crown jewel of the Arizona Grand Resort is “The Oasis” water park. It includes 3 water slides that start 8 stories high, a wave pool, a 25-person hot tub (yes, you read that correctly), a splash area for kids, and a lazy river. There’s something for everyone at this great Arizona family resort!
Read our full resort review here: Arizona Grand Resort
4. JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa – Scottsdale, AZ
The JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa is located in Scottsdale (surprise!). Accommodation options include a casita or suites, some with a private fire pit or even a pool. There are 5 dining and drink options on the resort grounds, ranging from an upscale steakhouse with a view to a lobby coffeeshop with great grab-and-go items. This resort has a full-service spa and a complimentary shuttle to the Camelback Golf Course (18 holes). There is a heated family-friendly as well as adult-only pool and a hot tub available to guests.
Read our full resort review here: JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa
5. Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain – Marana, AZ
The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain is located just north of Tucson in the high Sonoran desert. The resort sits in a canyon with stunning mountain views. Accommodations include standard hotel rooms or suites with options for a mountain or canyon view, a private balcony, or a fire pit. Choose from one of 5 dining and drink options during your stay that range from upscale to casual but all are delicious. There are 3 pools and a water slide, one of the longest of our favorite Arizona family resorts! There is golf and a spa on the Ritz-Carton Dove Mountain property.
6. Arizona Biltmore A Waldorf Astoria Resort – Phoenix, AZ
The Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix is synonymous with luxury family resort. Choose your level of accommodation including a standard hotel room, a suite, a cottage, or a villa. There are 2 golf courses, a spa, and tennis courts on the property. The Arizona Biltmore has 7 (yes, seven) pools including an adult-only pool and a family-friendly pool with three water slides. Wet your whistle at one of 5 onsite dining options ranging from upscale to casual with two vibey cocktail bars, one of which claims to be the birthplace of the Tequila sunrise! Family-friendly event programming includes activities like family yoga, dive-in movies, and family fitness walks. There is also Kids Night Out programming for kids aged 4-12 years old from 6-10 pm… tequila sunrise, anyone??
Read our full resort review here: Arizona Biltmore
7. El Conquistador Tucson, A Hilton Resort – Tuscon, AZ
El Conquistador Tucson is a Hilton Resort that is located in north Tucson, about 30 minutes from Saguaro National Park, with unparalleled views of the Santa Catalina Mountains. El Conquistador has two 18-hole golf courses, one 9-hole course, and a putting green available to guests, each with scenic desertscape views. There are 5 dining and drink options on the property with both indoor and scenic patio seating. There is a full-service spa, outdoor pool, and tennis as well.
Read our full resort review here: El Conquistador Tucson
8. The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Scottsdale – Scottsdale, AZ
The Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona offers guests a luxury resort experience with world class golf, a full service spa, fitness classes, a game room, and sports courts. There is a three tiered oasis with multiple pools for guests including an adult-only pool as well as a family-friendly pool area, a water slide, and a splash fort. There are 8 dining and drink options on the property ranging from upscale to casual.
Read our full resort review here: The Phoenician
9. Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass – Phoenix, AZ
The Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass on the Gila River Indian Reservation in southern Phoenix. This resort provides guests with opportunities for learning about Native American culture and heritage along with the resort amenities you’ve come to know and love. This resort sits on a peninsula surrounded by a small lake that was created to look like the Gila River that guests can explore by kayak or paddleboat. The pool and hot tub are heated in the winter and centrally located with a water slide for kids and adults alike to enjoy. There are 6 options for dining and drinks on the property including the award-winning Kai restaurant serving National American cuisine. Unique activities to this resort your family is sure to enjoy are the Land of Mustangs daily equestrian ranch encounter teaching about wild mustangs, the Adventure Club with kid-friendly movies and activities with an emphasis on Native American Heritage, and the Quail Kids Day Camp available to guests age 6-12 years old. The Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass also has 2 golf courses on the property and the Aji Spa.
10. The Wigwam – Litchfield Park, AZ
The Wigwam is a historic resort in West Phoenix that first opened its doors as a resort in 1929. Don’t let that fool you this is a modern-day Arizona resort with upscale dining, 3 golf courses, a spa, and tennis and pickleball courts. Accommodations at The Wigwam include luxury suites and casitas with a tasteful, modern southwestern aesthetic. There is a family-friendly pool and hot tub complete with 2 waterslides and also an adults-only pool and hot tub (parents on the loose!) if you’re looking for something a little more romantic.
11. Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch – Scottsdale, AZ
The Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch is located on the Gainey Ranch Golf Club (27-hole course) in Scottsdale, Arizona. It has casitas, suites, and standard hotel rooms available for guests with options for private balconies and mountain views. There are 4 on-site options for dining and drinks at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort Gainey Ranch. There is a spa on the property that has an outdoor pool as well as a Himalayan salt room. The property is located on the lake on the Gainey Ranch golf course which creates the perfect combination of desert, lake, and mountain vibes.
12. Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock – Sedona, AZ
The Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock is set in the beautiful red rocks of Sedona. It is a large resort with both standard rooms and suites available for guests, each with a fireplace and private balcony or patio. There is a Southwestern restaurant with a serene patio, a poolside cafe, and a bar on the property. The Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock has two outdoor pools, a family-friendly outdoor pool complete with fountains, waterfalls, and a tunnel as well as an adult lap pool. There is a state-of-the-art athletic club, tennis, and a full-service spa on the property. Although there is not a golf course officially on the premises, you wouldn’t know it because the Sedona Golf Course is across the street.
13. The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa – Tucson, AZ
The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa is in the heart of Tuscon, Arizona. It is a large resort with hotel rooms and suites available for guests. There are 5 options for dining and drinks on the property including upscale offerings, a poolside grill, and a coffee shop. Cool off in the desert sun at the waterslide or one of the multiple heated outdoor pools. There is a family-friendly activity pool, a kids pool, and an adult pool complete with a mineral waterfall. There is also a full-service spa as well as three 9-hole golf courses on the resort property. The Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa is a great family-friendly option in Tucson!
14. Enchantment Resort – Sedona, AZ
Enchantment Resort located in beautiful Sedona, Arizona offers guests a variety of resort accommodations including casitas and suites (1 and 2 bedrooms). There are 5 upscale dining options on the property including poolside dining. This is a great family resort to focus on fitness and wellness with opportunities for swimming, tennis, pickleball, golf, mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, and fitness classes. There is also Camp Cyote, a kids care program for kids aged 4-12.