5402 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, Arizona 85253, US
(480) 948-1700
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About JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa

Historic JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn dates back to 1936 and is set on 125 acres at the base of Camelback Mountain. This 425-room and suite property in a pueblo-style features a spa, tennis courts, heated outdoor pools, garden terraces and desert hiking trails. Camelback Golf Club features two 18-hole courses, the Padre (designed by Arthur Hills) and Ambiente (by Dana Fry and Jason Straka). In addition to these championship courses, there is also a small pitch 'n putt golf course onsite. Dining is highlighted by Lincoln Steakhouse & Bar, while Rita's Cantina & Bar is more casual with a southwest flair. Spa and poolside dining is also available. The golf club has American cuisine at Acacia. Spacious guest rooms feature outdoor living spaces and kitchenettes. Onsite car rental is available as well as 127,500 square feet of meeting space is available for large groups.

Facts

Price Range$$$, $$$$
Property Class★★★★★
Acres125
Year Opened1936
Number of Units300-500

Amenities

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

Services

Kids ProgramYes
Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

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

Golf courses at JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa

Golfer Photos

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
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Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fun layout, beautiful course, great shape

This was my second time playing this course and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Great layout - lots of fun - with some shorter par 4's thrown in for intermediate golfers like me. Course was in great shape - especially for summer - so kudos to the grounds staff. Added bonus are the wonderful views from several holes. Will definitely play here whenever I can.

Verified Purchaser
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 3.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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 33
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Always a good option

I look forward to the summer heat where I can play nicer courses like this in the afternoons for cheap. Every green was in good shape and rolled great. I don't remember seeing a single significant patch of dead grass.. anywhere. Fairways and first cut was all just like you'd want it to be. The only gripe I could say was after the 4th green I saw like 4 carts on the 5th tee box so I know we were in for a long afternoon. That's not unusual for scottsdale / PV public courses on the weekend in prime season, but in August it was a little suprising.

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Previously Played
Hot weather
Walked
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 56
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Course was in very good condition after aeration.

Course was in very good condition. Greens were in good condition after punch and should be in great condition in the next week or two. Only issue was the cart GPS did not identify the correct pin placements. Bag staff was very helpful and friendly.

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Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Amazing course

Absolutely fantastic golf course! The course is in outstanding condition, with beautifully maintained fairways and smooth, true greens. The layout is fun and challenging for golfers of all skill levels, and the scenery makes every round enjoyable. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and goes out of their way to provide a great experience. I can’t wait to come back and play again. Highly recommend this course to anyone looking for a top-notch round of golf!

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Pace 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
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 12
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 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Bring Plenty of Water

Had a 6:30am tee time on Ambiente, the course was soaked from the sprinkler system. According to a person I played with this is how they water the course on a daily basis. Driver shots plugged a few times as a result. Also bring plenty of water to stay hydrated. All noted drinking water spots on the scorecard served hot water that was only good for wetting your golf towel. Since it was an early round, only seen the cart girl once on the back nine. Greens were slow, sandy and fuzzy due to recent aerification.

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First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 16
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
Review 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 9
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Enjoyable

Could not be happier about the course, even the traps were,playable.

First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
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
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 212
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
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
Reviews 14
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great Layout

I very much enjoyed the layout at this course. However, the greens had recently been punched so putting was almost impossible. The fairways and tees were in ok condition but not yet recovered completely from overseeding. They were MUCH better than Legend Trail and TPC Champions courses which I also played within the last week.

Pace of play was awful. There was one group that had 3 open holes but no ranger to speed them up.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 1.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great Round

Perfect pace of play and the course is in great conditions. Greens had been punched several weeks ago but had recovered well. Lovely day to play!

Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

It was very very hot, but they had ice in the cooler so you could cool off with a towel! Slow play with backup but the Marshall got it going quickly! The only bad thing was there was lots of distance from the golf cart to the tee box & greens with elevation that made it very difficult with the heat but otherwise good course! Will play in cooler weather 108 was tough!

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
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 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
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
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