Summer is when the local hotels and resorts unveil their special rates, many often just for locals—making it a perfect time to relax, recharge, and enjoy all we have here in the Valley.
Don't want to stay overnight? Many locales also offer day passes, which are perfect for a daytime vacay without the nighttime commitment.
Here, are a few favorites to check out.
SCOTTSDALE
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
Nestled on 125 acres of Sonoran Desert terrain, JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa is an award-winning resort that embodies the authentic spirit of the Southwest with its rich history, desert-inspired design, adobe-style architecture, and nostalgic charm.
Staycation special: The Casitas + Ritas Package includes overnight accommodations in a resort casita guest room and a $50 daily resort credit. You also can enjoy two handcrafted margaritas each night.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
5402 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale; Marriott.com
Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale
This destination is named after the surrounding 12-million-year-old granite boulder formations. In addition to regular resort rooms, there are 160 private casitas and 61 one- to three-bedroom villas. It also includes multiple pools, multiple restaurants, two championship golf courses, a spa, tennis and pickleball courts, and an array of outdoor adventures.
Staycation special: The Truly Boulders Summer Package includes nightly accommodations in a private casita, a daily $25 dining credit per person/per night, complimentary parking, 20% off spa services, and unlimited access to the spa facility and fitness classes. This summer, Arizona residents also receive 20% off on all spa services.
Day passes? No
34631 N. Tom Darlington Drive, Scottsdale; TheBoulders.com
Hotel Valley Ho
This mid-century modern destination brings the summer fun with summer pool events, as well as the popular ZuZu restaurant, a spa, and more.
Staycation special: Hotel Valley Ho honors Arizona heroes with its Hometown Heroes Rate. All Arizona first responders, frontline hospital workers, active and retired military, and teachers and can enjoy 40% off a room. There is also a 3rd Night Free package, and the Advance Purchase Rate lets you save up to 20%.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale; HotelValleyHo.com
The Phoenician
This AAA Five Diamond resort has been celebrating its legacy of Sonoran Desert luxury since 1988. It includes a luxury spa, golf, iconic dining, and more.
Staycation special: Enjoy Legendary Value this summer at The Phoenician and The Canyon Suites, featuring exclusive nightly resort credits—$50 per night at The Phoenician and $100 per night at The Canyon Suites.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
6000 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale; ThePhoenician.com
Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas
This property is located just 2 miles from Old Town Scottsdale and boasts stunning views of Camelback Mountain. It recently underwent a $24 million resort-wide renovation.
Staycation special: With Staycation Vibes, the rates include breakfast for two adults daily, an F&B credit of $75 per day, and a 50% discount on the resort fee.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
6333 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale; Hilton.com
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
With multiple pools, a beach, slides, a kids’ club, multiple award-winning restaurants, a spa, and more, this is perfect for a family staycation. Also, summer brings the popular Summer at the Princess event, which sports a Wild West Summer theme for 2025.
Staycation special: Among the various specials is one just for Arizona residents, which provides up to 25% off the resort’s best daily rate.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
7575 E. Princess Drive, Scottsdale; ScottsdalePrincess.com
PARADISE VALLEY
Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale
This modern desert retreat offers stunning views of Camelback Mountain, an 18-hole, par-3 golf course, the iconic Hearth ’61 restaurant, an art gallery, and more.
Staycation special: There are a variety of packages, but the Fee-Free Staycation is just for Arizona residents and is $139 nightly on weekdays and $199 nightly on the weekends, with the resort fee waved.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
5445 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley; MountainShadows.com
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa
This luxurious, historic resort is set on 53 acres of lush desert. The property features a 12,000-square-foot spa, fitness center, swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, and 110 casitas and suites, as well as eight private mountainside villas. Unwind with drinks by the infinity pool, savor award-winning dining, enjoy handcrafted cocktails at the Jade Bar, indulge in relaxing spa treatments, and more.
Staycation special: With the Hot Dates, Cool Rates offer, enjoy 15% off your choice of a casita or suite, plus a $50 nightly resort credit.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
5700 E. McDonald Drive, Paradise Valley; SanctuaryAZ.com
PHOENIX
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Set on 316 acres, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa offers luxury, recreation, and rejuvenation with redesigned rooms and two signature restaurants by Top Chef alum Angelo Sosa. The resort features 36 holes of championship golf, 17 pickleball courts—the most at any U.S. resort—and a spa and wellness area. Its $16 million AquaRidge WaterPark includes waterslides, a lazy river, hot tubs, and an adults-only pool experience.
Staycation Special: The Summer Connection Package includes guaranteed connecting rooms, with the second room up to 50% off; must book at least five days in advance. The Save on Summer package includes a $100 daily resort credit, self-parking for one vehicle, $10 Copper Alley game card, and up to 35% off stays.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
5350 E. Marriott Drive, Phoenix; Marriott.com
Arizona Biltmore
Built in 1929, this landmark resort pairs intuitive hospitality and 705 beautiful accommodations with Frank Lloyd Wright-influenced architecture and design and a touch of old Hollywood glamour. There are seven pools—including an adults-only and an enhanced family pool with a water slide—a Four-Star Spa, golf, classes, and award-winning dining.
Staycation special: There are a variety of offers, but the Arizona Resident Offer features up to 40% off weekday rates and 25% off weekend stays.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix; ArizonaBiltmore.com
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
Located in the heart of Downtown Phoenix, Sheraton Phoenix Downtown is the city’s largest hotel, with 1,003 rooms. The resort’s signature restaurant, Carcara, serves a Sonoran-inspired menu using locally sourced ingredients to commemorate the heritage and history of the local community.
Staycation special: The Splash After Dark package is built around the locale’s rooftop pool party (adults-only!), which has rotating live DJ sessions with the Phoenix Suns' DJ Automatic and Crisco Kidd who deejays for the Arizona Cardinals, a variety of food and beverage from Breeze Bar & Grill, yard games, and a Tipsy Scoop pop-up offering boozy ice cream flavors. Splash After Dark takes place at the rooftop pool from 7 to 10 p.m. every Saturday through Aug. 30. The summer package includes unlimited $1 daiquiris; early check-in and late checkout; buy-one, get-one brunch entrees at signature restaurant Carcara; and a Refresh Kit with a variety of items.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
340 N. 3rd St., Phoenix; Marriott.com
CHANDLER
Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass
This 500-room resort was designed to be an authentic representation of the Gila River Indian Community’s heritage and culture, offering a full recreational, cultural, and inspirational experience. The resort offers Forbes' Five-Star/AAA Five-Diamond Dining at Kai restaurant, the Forbes Four-Star Aji Spa; 36 holes of Troon-managed golf at Whirlwind Golf Club; and the 1,000-acre Koli Equestrian Center.
Staycation special: The Kids Adventure Package starts at $209 per night and includes a $100 daily resort credit to use on experiences like Build-a-Stuffy, River Boat Adventures, Kids Adventure Club, and Quail Kids Day Camp. Swim in four pools, including a kiddie pool and 111-foot water slide. Older kids can paddleboard or enjoy personalized horseback riding at Koli Equestrian Center.
Day passes? No
5594 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd,. Chandler; WildHorsePassResort.com
TEMPE
Westin Tempe
Centrally located in Tempe’s downtown district, the contemporary hotel blends Tempe’s vibrant atmosphere and unique local culture with the brand’s Wellness at Westin pillars of well-being and numerous biophilic elements throughout its 18 stories of 290 spacious guest rooms and suites. Home of the Skysill Rooftop Bar, Valley's highest open-air rooftop bar.
Staycation Special: The Arizona Resident Offer includes the best available rate, with no destination fee. The Summer Savings Package includes a daily $30 food/beverage credit per room, per night.
Day passes available: No
11 E. 7th St., Tempe; WestinTempe.com
LITCHFIELD PARK
The Wigwam
Tucked away in Phoenix's West Valley, this historic resort boasts 331 Southwestern-style accommodations, which have recently undergone a comprehensive renovation. The Wigwam has three pools (including adult-only and family areas), four dining options, two waterslides, three award-winning golf courses, nine tennis courts, and a 26,000-square-foot LeMonds - Aveda Salon and Spa.
Staycation special: The Summertime & Sunshine package includes a $75 daily resort credit which can be used at the award-winning LeMonds - Aveda Salon and Spa, for a round of golf at the resort’s championship golf courses, on poolside cocktails, and more.
Day passes? Yes, through ResortPass
300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park; WigwamArizona.com