Desert/Canyon at Phoenician, The

First time to play the Phoenician golf course. Back tees listed at a little over 6500 yards, but seemed like it played longer. Fairways, greens and bunkers all in great shape. The superintendent must have been in a bad mood because most of the pin placements were on hills/knobs on the greens. In several instances we had to wait for the group in front of us to clear the tee before we could drive up because the cart path cut back in front of the tees. Awkward. And pack a lunch for the drive from the 9th green to the 10th tee. Overall, a fun day.

First time playing and it won’t be my last ! Staff was extremely Friendly and helpful with all of our questions and needs. The course itself offers a plethora of challenges and opportunities. Great layout with different styles of holes that allow risk/reward golf. Views from the back nine increase as the course tightens and adds extra challenges.

Only drawback for me was that the majority of fairways and greens are lined by homes and that can play with the mental game and take away from the experience. This is amplified on the 18th hole and takes away from one of the most fun holes on the course.

Price point is high but the course conditions were excellent so felt that there was good value for the money

One of the nicest courses I've played to date! The back nine is certainly more challenging than the front but the scenery on the back nine is unbelievable. Enjoyed the round thoroughly.

Pro shop closed one hour before dark. Can’t sell merchandise that way. Group of 4 disappointed but had a great day.

Great course was very well maintained and beautiful

The course is in impeccable shape. Be prepared, there's not a flat putt anywhere out there. Too many two or three tiered greens. On the back nine, very difficult to keep the ball in play.

Stopped by the Tavern afterwards. The Wagyu pastrami Reuben is incredible. Probably won't play the course again, but happy to have tried it once. Just not my cup of tea.

Certainly not what I expected for a resort course. Narrow fairways, hilly layout and heavily sloped greens. There is not a straight putt out there. But the course is in impeccable shape. It's actually quite fun to play. And regardless of what you think after you play it, stop by the Tavern. I had what can only be described as the best Reuben sandwich I have ever had.

Views on back 9 spectacular. Course in great shape

Course maintained to Troon standards & staff is always friendly. Arrive early to hit on the scenic driving range & save some time to look in the shop. Shout out to Lee, Jeff and team. Thank you for making playing at your course tons of fun.

The course was in awesome condition and the views of the back 9 were breathtaking. Will definitely play again on my return to Scottsdale.