Travel + Leisure magazine recently released its list of the 10 best resorts in Arizona as voted on by its readers, and a number of metro Phoenix properties are on the list.
Readers were invited to share their thoughts on hotels, cities and cruise lines around the world, and "nearly 180,000 T+L readers completed the 2025 survey," the magazine announced. "A total of more than 657,000 votes were cast across over 8,700 properties."
The Arizona resorts were rated on five criteria: rooms/facilities, location, service, food and value. For each characteristic, respondents could choose a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average or poor. The final scores are averages of these responses.
The top Arizona resort isn't in the Valley. Castle Hot Springs in Morristown retained its spot at the top of the list for 2025; it also won in 2024.
Here's a guide to Travel + Leisure's top Arizona resorts in 2025.
1. Castle Hot Springs, Morristown
Reader Score: 96.71Leave the kids at home on your trip to Castle Hot Springs — the all-inclusive wellness resort is strictly for the 18-and-up crowd. Castle Hot Springs excels at providing rest and relaxation via its well-appointed rooms, farm-to-table cuisine, outdoor activities and the titular natural hot springs.
Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale
Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale
2. Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale, Scottsdale
Reader Score: 93.45Gorgeous views, celebrated restaurants and elegant accommodations mix to make Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale a top place to stay in Arizona. The classic Valley resort was demolished in 2014 and reopened in 2017 as a reimagined destination for a luxurious getaway.
3. L’Auberge de Sedona, Sedona
Reader Score: 93.17The iconic red rocks are the backdrop for the legendary L'Auberge de Sedona resort. The elegant property offers creekside dining, luxe rooms, a full-service spa and an unforgettable stay in northern Arizona.
4. Royal Palms Resort and Spa
Reader Score: 92.63Royal Palms has a well-deserved reputation as one of the most luxurious resorts in Phoenix. T. Cook's is a perennial spot for special-occasion dinners, and the lush grounds are a great backdrop for romantic getaways and high-end staycations.
5. Enchantment Resort, Sedona
Reader Score: 92.62Guests at Enchantment Resort don't just get rooms with elevated Southwestern decor, fine dining and red rocks views, they get access to the world-class Mii Amo spa on the property. It all adds up to an unforgettable resort stay.
6. Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa, Scottsdale
Reader Score: 92.16If it's good enough for Beyoncé and Jay-Z to honeymoon here, it's good enough for us. If you're not a superstar but still want impeccable service, Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa is the place. The mountain towers over the famous Elements restaurant and Jade Bar, an award-winning spa, luxurious rooms and gorgeous grounds.
7. The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, Marana
Reader Score: 91.81The Ritz-Carlton name is synonymous with the best in hotel accommodations, and the Dove Mountain location is southern Arizona is no exception. The resort offers fine dining, golf, kids' activities, a five-star spa and much more.
8. The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa, Tucson
Reader Score: 90.86A full renovation in 2023 means that The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson is shiny, new and ready to delight guests. The resort has almost 500 rooms and has features for guests of all ages, including a kids' club, Whiskey Wednesdays, golf, multiple restaurants and more.
9. Hotel Valley Ho, Scottsdale
Reader Score: 90.00Life is more colorful at Hotel Valley Ho, a high-energy resort in Old Town Scottsdale. The bright midcentury modern decor is the backdrop for pool parties, stylish suites and drinks at ZuZu. This Scottsdale icon has been around since 1956, and it mixes retro flair with modern amenities. The resort offers two pools, historical tours of the property, a full-service spa and more.
