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JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa is a historic resort established in 1936 on the southern slope of Mummy Mountain in Arizona. The 453-casita property combines Southwestern pueblo-style architecture with extensive amenities including two golf courses, spa, pools, and tennis facilities across 125 acres.
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Camelback Inn occupies the southern slope of Mummy Mountain in Arizona, approximately 12 miles outside Phoenix. The resort was established on a remote desert property that originally had no water, electricity, or telephone access; the buildings were constructed of adobe bricks made on-site. The pueblo-style design reflects Southwestern and Native American cultural elements through its casita accommodation style and architectural details.
The resort provides 453 casitas (small individual houses) including 18 larger suites across the 125-acre property. Several casitas feature private swimming pools. The original casitas were individually named after local cacti and decorated with Native American art.
The resort operates a spa with dedicated fitness and aerobics rooms. Two heated pools are available: a spa lap pool and the JackRabbit pool, which offers food and beverage service. Additional recreational facilities include six tennis courts, a volleyball court, a basketball court, and pitch-and-putt golf. The 125-acre property also incorporates the Camelback Golf Club, located four miles away on the northeast side of Mummy Mountain, which features two 18-hole golf courses.
Jack Bell Stewart and John C. Lincoln founded Camelback Inn in 1936 with the slogan 'Where Time Stands Still.' The resort opened on December 15, 1936 with accommodations for 77 guests and quickly became popular among a wealthy clientele despite the Great Depression economy. The property's fame grew significantly through its popularity among Hollywood celebrities and political leaders.
Marriott International acquired the resort in 1968, when it had 170 rooms and no air conditioning. In March 2003, the property was rebranded as a JW Marriott Resort & Spa. A comprehensive expansion and renovation in 2008 added a new ballroom and two additional restaurants to the property.
The resort's combination of golf facilities, spa amenities, and extensive grounds appeals to guests seeking both relaxation and recreation. Its historic reputation and comprehensive facilities reflect a property that accommodates diverse travel purposes from leisure retreats to conferences and events.
Editorial verification: Camelback Inn is affiliated with JW Marriott; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Camelback Inn was founded in 1936 by Jack Bell Stewart and John C. Lincoln on a remote desert property on the southern slope of Mummy Mountain in Arizona. The property opened December 15, 1936 with accommodations for 77 guests. Marriott International acquired it in 1968 and rebranded it as JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa in 2003. An expansion and renovation took place in 2008.
The resort provides 453 casitas (small individual houses), including 18 larger suites, spread across its 125-acre property. Several casitas feature private swimming pools.
Two heated pools are available: a spa lap pool and the JackRabbit pool with food and beverage service.
Facilities include a spa with fitness and aerobics rooms, six tennis courts, a volleyball court, a basketball court, pitch-and-putt golf, and access to the Camelback Golf Club, which features two 18-hole golf courses located four miles away on the northeast side of Mummy Mountain.
Guest accommodations are housed in casitas (Spanish for small houses), a design choice that reflects Southwestern and Native American culture. The original casitas were individually named after local cacti and decorated with Native American art. The resort now offers 453 casitas ranging from standard rooms to 18 larger suites, with some casitas featuring private swimming pools.
Camelback Inn is a JW Marriott Resort & Spa, a luxury brand under Marriott International. The resort was established in 1936 as a property catering to a wealthy clientele and became famous for its popularity among Hollywood celebrities and political leaders.
Camelback Inn is affiliated with JW Marriott; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Camelback Inn is in Paradise Valley, United States. Address: Paradise Valley, Arizona, 85253, United States.
| Location | Paradise Valley, United States |
|---|---|
| Address | Paradise Valley, Arizona, 85253, United States |
| Brand / alliance | JW Marriott |
| Official website | marriott.com |
| General manager | Richard Romane · General Manager · source: hotel-online.com, checked 2026-09-30 |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camelback_Inn
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