The state of Arizona is full of large hotels and luxury resorts. Visitors to the state can enjoy spa getaways and golfing vacations or take in mountain biking and fabulous views of the open desert sky. Some of the sights that are offered in the region include the Grand Canyon, Casa Grande Valley Historical Society and Museum, Titan Missile Museum, Hohokam Pima National Monument and Fort Bowe National Historic Site. After a long day of touring the state visitors can relax in one of the many fine resorts available in the area.
The Arizona Biltmore, located in Phoenix, was one of the first resorts constructed in the state. The grand hotel was constructed by Albert, Charles and Warren McArthur in 1929. Hotel guests include U.S. presidents, celebrities and other famous travelers. The large resort boasts 740 guest rooms, 78 one and two room villas, eight swimming pools, seven tennis courts, spa and fitness center. As of August 2010, a classic king room for two adults runs $99 per night with a $10 discount given to senior citizens age 62 and older.
Arizona Biltmore
2400 East Missouri Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85016
800-950-0086
arizonabiltmore.com
The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort is a five-diamond hotel located in the desert town of Scottsdale, Arizona. The hotel has 649 guest rooms which include two presidential suites and 69 Fairmont gold rooms that have a 3,700 square foot private residence called the Casa Dorada. The resort offers a variety of guest packages with each one providing luxury accommodations. The rate for a two adult Fairmont king room that includes granite bathrooms and flat screen televisions is $169 per night.
Fairmont Scottsdale
7575 East Princess Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
480-585-4848
fairmont.com
Loews Ventana Canyon hotel and resort is located in picturesque Tucson, Arizona and offers visitors a wide variety of amenities. The hotel offers 398 newly remodeled rooms which include 26 suites with private terraces. Several of the suites also include fireplaces and jaccuzis. The resort also offers two presidential suites that include a baby grand piano, both an indoor and outdoor jaccuzi and full service spa. There are two golf courses for guests who enjoy the sport, two swimming pools and eight fully lit tennis courts. As of August, 2010 the price for a regular room for two adults is $109 per night.
Loews Ventana Canyon
7000 North Resort Drive
Tucson, AZ 85750
820-299-2020
loewshotels.com