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Nestled in the dramatic Sonoran Desert, The Phoenician is a magnificent luxury resort found in the Valley of the Sun in Scottsdale, Arizona. Located on 250 breathtaking acres, The Phoenician is a desert oasis that will captivate your spirit of romance and adventure. Featuring a 27-hole USGA Championship facility that combines three nine-hole golf courses with unique landscapes including Canyon, Desert and Oasis, The Phoenician golf resort is one of the finest golf courses in the state. Playing at these golf courses will be an experience you won’t soon forget.

This Scottsdale Resort offers an escape that will soothe the soul and refresh the spirit. Enjoy the relaxing and intimate atmosphere on your balcony or patio overlooking the lake or nearby mountains. There are 647 units with Southwestern charm and décor to rent at this five-star resort hotel along with 108 casitas, which have private balconies with scenic views. Grandmotherly furnishings have been banished from the main lobby; the rooms and suites have been “un-done” in muted earth tones creating a harmony and beauty of the desert inspires your imagination.

The Centre for Well-Being Spa and nine shimmering pools provide unequalled relaxation, 12 tennis courts, and manicured greens and lush fairways distinguish this 27-hole championship golf course. There is a club for children and a business center for adults. The art collection alone at this facility is worth 25 million dollars. Enjoy sumptuous cuisine and spirits at 10 unique restaurants and lounges. Camelback Lake offers fishing and boating. The winning combination of hospitality and luxury assure a great Arizona getaway for every guest.