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
2350 Reviews (2350)
Reviews 18
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Enjoyed it!

If I’m correct they are 2 weeks out from aeration. I guess I timed it correctly. The greens are in great condition, rolled really smooth. I’ve played here before, but always a couple of days before aeration. Enjoyed and will be back!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 16
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
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 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 26
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 1.0
Difficulty 4.0
T O P 1000
Reviews 173
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Ambiente is stellar

Played from the tips with a scratch golfer and got a ton of good tips for an IPA. Shot 91 but still one of the most enjoyable rounds I have played in some time. The course is one of the best in the valley and use it now before over-seed and ^ $.

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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
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 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Good course

Course was in good shape for the summer conditions - a little inconsistent in terms of some areas so watered they were soft and others firm but understandable given the heat. Play was a bit slow for an early morning round as we got behind a couple of ‘methodical’ groups that took time to practice swing or line up every shot just to miss by a decent margin. I enjoyed the round and would recommend and would play it again. Wish they allowed non-member walkers.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 15
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 3
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 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
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 4.0
T O P 500
Reviews 90
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Nice layout

Course has a nice layout and 9 out then 9 back. Staff are all excellent, friendly, and helpful. Greens were in good shape. Course edges a little rough. Didn’t appreciate being in a bunker and huge grass/weeds on the back edge didn’t allow any backswing- crazy. Overall nice course and challenge.

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Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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 3
Recommended
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
T O P 500
Reviews 90
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Nice Course

Course was very nice. All staff are always nice and helpful. Greens were in good shape. Like the layout with 9 out then back. Edges can be rough. One hole was in a bunker and couldn’t swing with very tall and thick grass growing into the bunker, poor maintenance in my opinion. Overall like the course and is a decent challenge

Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great, fast course

Staff was exceptionally helpful and friendly. Course was in great shape and we were able to play 18 holes in a little more than 3 hours. Frequent visits from drink cart, great food at clubhouse after - very great experience!

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 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Poor Ameneties

It was 107 and they had NO water on the course (there was an older style water fountain at the restroom but it was hot water). At hole 9 back at the club house, we asked for ice. They reported they had none! And no beverages available for sale. At hole 10 we were greeted with a player urinating at the T box. The holes themselves were in poor condition. At hole 12 we had dog walkers, approaching on the T off, oblivious to it all.

Given the season the grass itself was well maintained and the surrounding scenery was beautiful. Fairly easy course.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 3
Recommended
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
T O P 1000
Reviews 173
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Ambiente tops for $

Great layout and perfect course conditions. Always play here when green fees reasonable.

Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Windy 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 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
T O P 50
Reviews 244
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Always the Standard

Camelback--Ambiente is always in great shape summer or winter, heat wave or monsoon. There were workers out doing course maintenance during the round as it was Tuesday--a day you would expect the maintenance. to occur. I accept the reality. Even so, the fairways and greens were all top notch. Camelback also has one of the best practice facilities.

Arizona Advisor
Verified Purchaser
Top 50 Contributor
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 4.0
Reviews 20
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

We’ll maintained course

Camelback Ambiente course is in good condition, especially considering this summer’s weather. Greens were a little bumpy, perhaps from an earlier aeration. Traps were in very good condition (the exception in Phoenix, generally). GPS was very helpful for a first-timer. Penalty areas were not marked so hard to know precisely where to drop, or if a drop was even permissible. But that didn’t affect the course conditions and play. Staff were friendly and helpful. Practice area was large and in good shape.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
T O P 50
Reviews 372
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Ambiente GC was in excellent condition

Played as a solo player at 110*, walking, and completing my round in 3:40. Course was perfect from tee box to green. Sand traps were consistent, with sufficient levels of sand. Greens were at a good pace and ran true. The only problem was that they were heavily watering the fronts of many greens (due to the extreme heat of late), which resulted in numerous missed greens (but I understand why and accept the outcome). Definitely a great value with a GolfNow Hot Deal.

Verified Purchaser
Top 50 Contributor
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 9
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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
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