5350 E Marriott Dr., Phoenix, Arizona 85054, US
(480) 293-5000
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About JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is among the largest golf resorts in Arizona with 865 guest rooms and suites. It is an amenity of the next door Wildfire Golf Club, home to two full-length, 18-hole golf courses designed by Nick Faldo and Arnold Palmer. The resort features five pool areas, including a lazy river and water slide, as well as the more exclusive and quiet Griffin Bay pool area. There is also a fitness center, full-service Revive Spa and tennis courts. Managed by Marriott Golf, there is a kids program and kids play golf free at Wildfire Golf Club with a paid adult.

Facts

Price Range$$$, $$$$
Property Class★★★★
Acres300
Year Opened2002
Number of Units500+

Amenities

RestaurantsBar, Fine, Casual, Buffet
Room TypesRoom, Suite
PoolAdults Only
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes
Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?No
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

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Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
2487 Reviews (2487)
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Prepare for bunkers

The Faldo course has 180 bunkers! Luckily I didn’t find them often. Greens were a little slow but the course was in good shape overall. Great deal on the hot deal.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

excellent course

I found that this course covers everything excellent.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Shortened round

The course was in nice shape, but we only played 12 holes. Huge winds and rain.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Played

Sand on Steroids

Crazy amount of tough bunkers on this course. Greens were true but protected by sand all around most holes. Even though course was almost empty slow groups consistently held up pace. I got a deal on price but how could you have a higher priced course without any Marshalls monitoring. Not one. Driving range was closed but chipping & putting areas were good. Bag staff was good as well. Too many other nice courses here. This is a pass.

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First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 1.0
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Good Hot Deal

Good deal with GolfNow. I would not pay the full price to play this in Sept. Typical resort course. Keep it in play and you can score.

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First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 19
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Had a great time!!

I have played both Wildfire courses several times when we visit AZ. The Faldo course is very challenging due to all the bunkers. Thankfully I shot my best score ever on the Faldo playing the blue/white combo tees. As a senior, I was thrilled with my score. The course was in excellent condition and pace of play was great!!

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Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 5.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

All good

Playing the course was great fun....The rough was a little spongy & clingy.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 57
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 57
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 14
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Good Time

Good time on the course though it was very hot. Totally expected and prepared for the heat. The course is somewhat challenging. I would play again, happily.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great destination course

The course was in great condition considering it was over 100 degrees. The 108 bunkers are challenging, especially the deep ones. Desert golf at its best.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 22
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Grassy greens

Really nothing bad to say about this course sometimes I can be a negative person but in all honesty the course is very playable for all and I understand when you play in July and August the greens can’t be cut short and fast cause it’s too hot I just wish they could of been a bit faster cause at times it felt like putting was taken out other than that everyone working there very nice and course in great condition

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course

Nothing bad to say about my experience. Loved the course. Great conditions. Will play again.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great Track

Well worth the green fee. Hot and humid…only improvement recommendation is for my game…..practice.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Faldo Course-Wildfire Golf Course

From the moment I arrived the whole experience with staff,set up and then playing was outstanding. Over from Australia, first time playing this course, and third trip to Arizona, and I can honestly say it’s right up their with the best that I’ve played…

Course was in immaculate condition, greens were pure to putt on, and you could not get a bad lie on any fairway. I honestly highly recommend this course to anyone, I for sure will be back to play the other resort Course on next trip

Thanks for the super price I got on this course

Regards,

Raymond

Melbourne , Australia

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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