Book the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort with VIP Benefits

The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort sits in North Phoenix's scenic foothills and deserts. The resort spans acres of lush, landscaped grounds. Here, you'll find amazing features, including golf courses, relaxing spas, and sparkling pools. This property is an excellent retreat for a family trip, a romantic getaway, or to enjoy Arizona's natural beauty.

Overview

The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is not your average luxury resort. It features two championship golf clubs and 17 pickleball courts. There are also two restaurants managed by "Top Chef" alumni, a 140,000-square-foot water park, and a spa. Moreover, there are two championship 18-hole golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer and Nick Faldo.

This resort is an excellent spot for families, couples, or a fun weekend. You can enjoy hiking, golfing, and biking here. It also features a color palette and décor inspired by Mother Earth.

The property also has plenty of activities and amenities. You can enjoy it as much as the Phoenix/Scottsdale region. Families will enjoy a morning of feeding fish, turtles, and hummingbirds that call this resort their home. They can then splash around in the Aquaridge Waterpark all afternoon.

Travelers without kids can enjoy morning golf. Then, they can relax at the adults-only Sky Island Pool. There is also a lazy river and waterslide for kids and adults. The botanical garden also has plenty of blooming wildflowers and colorful plants.

Furthermore, this property belongs to the Marriott family. So you can earn Marriott Bonvoy points and redeem them during your stay.

Location

The resort is located in the north of Phoenix. It's about a thirty-minute drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. You can also easily reach popular attractions within 30 minutes of the resort. These include Old Town Scottsdale (Scottsdale), Camelback Mountain, and the Phoenix Zoo.

The resort is close to restaurants, shopping malls, and attractions. However, it is about a quarter of a mile from the main highway. It is convenient and quiet, with breathtaking views.

Rooms

The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is a large hotel. The 950 guest rooms and suites are stylishly minimalist and drenched in desert tones. They feature muted wallpaper inspired by a desert sky and sage-green couches. The rooms also feature glass sliding doors that lead to balconies. You'll also find textured carpeting and bathrooms equipped with soaking tubs.

The ground-floor patio rooms come with all of that, as do several other suites. One of these is a 900-square-foot Sundeck Suite, which includes a private rooftop terrace and a living room.

Dining

Tia Carmen is the most visually appealing part of the hotel. It's a chic indoor-outdoor restaurant specializing in Southwestern cuisine. Top Chef alum Angelo Sosa reimagined dishes from his real-life Tia Carmen.

Many of the recipes are infused with the smoky flavors of the wood-fired grill. The dishes feature mesquite-smoked chicken and grilled trout. They come with a sauce made of oregano, parsley, and olive oil.

Penny Tagliarina is the chef de cuisine at the restaurant. She has added her own recipes to the menu, such as grilled head-on prawns with a corn purée. You can pair them with the aguachile or paloma margarita.

However, if you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, Twenty6 is the place to go. They offer a wide variety of flatbreads, salads, and other appetizers. You can also sit at communal tables inside or on their patio with fire pits. Live music is also available on some evenings.

Just a Splash, a poolside daytime restaurant, and the Meritage Urban Tavern next to the course are also available. Additionally, Kembara is the latest restaurant on the property, a concept from Chef Sosa inspired by Asian cuisine.

Spa & Wellness

You can also choose from a wide range of treatment options at the Revive Spa. These include specialty massages that use bamboo sticks and ginger oils. There are also body scrubs that use desert salts and oils, like the Prickly Pear Scrub or the Turquoise Cocoon.

Moreover, the locker rooms offer everything for relaxation. They include steam rooms and saunas. They also provide friendly staff.

Besides, the pool is an absolute hidden gem. If you decide not to opt for any treatments, the pool is worth it. It's the quietest pool on the property and is only available to adults.

Area

In North Phoenix, this resort is within walking distance of Desert Ridge Marketplace. This outdoor shopping mall has mostly chain stores, restaurants, and other retail outlets.

Moreover, High Street offers many more independent retailers and dining establishments. Buck and Rider also provide a great raw bar and are always packed during happy hour. Camelback's second location opened recently, about 10 minutes away from the hotel.

Event Space

This resort has also been rated among the top meeting and event destinations. It now has over 240,000 sq. ft. of event space. Large venues, like the Grand Sonoran Ballroom and the Grand Canyon Ballroom, are well-suited to large gatherings.

Moreover, outdoor venues such as the Ballroom Lawn and Sunset Lawn are ideal for weddings, galas, and corporate events. JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge also has expert event planners and top-notch technology. This ensures that every event stands out and is memorable.

Eco-Effort

To be eco-friendly, the resort improved many of its back-end processes. It composts other waste and grows some of its products in a local garden. Moreover, in the guest rooms, you'll find networked temperature controls with occupancy sensors. There are also LED lights equipped with motion detectors. Plus, the Wildfire Golf Club is a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary. It uses turf that resists heat and drought.

Takeaway

The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa captures desert luxury at its best. It is warm, inviting, and refined. The mountain views, excellent amenities, and Marriott's warm hospitality create a memorable stay.

The resort offers a relaxing escape from everyday life, with every activity. Enjoy amenities such as golfing under the Arizona sun or unwinding in the spa. This is the type of resort where you can slow down and enjoy the scenery around you. You'll leave the resort feeling inspired and refreshed.