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 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great course that had just reopened

Had a great day at Camelback. Great layout, it was in very good condition. The starter told me they had just reopened. Anyway, it was a great day, course was a little soft because of watering and the temp was 117. Only issue was that the hole cutter was a little dull on one side, so the every cup was a bit off. Otherwise, it was a great day.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 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
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

This course is in great shape for the middle of summer

Padre is a fun layout. The course is in good shape, quite green, the greens are in great shape.

Pace of play was 3-1/2 hours, so fast.

They have all the same service as winter, with far fewer people.

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5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
T O P 500
Reviews 90
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Nice course, Excellent Staff

Course has a nice mix of holes. Par 5 greens seem small. Staff was very friendly. Played in 3 hours mid week.

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Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 79
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
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
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great Summer Round!

Haven’t played much recently so not much to compare to, but for mid summer in Phoenix, can’t imagine finding much better course conditions at a public. Both fairways and greens were great. Staff was nice. 6:30 tee time, was done in 3 hours. There are cheaper options out there but if you’re looking for a quality course to play, highly recommend CGC.

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Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
T O P 50
Reviews 372
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Padre Course still recovering from Aeration

The Padre course was in overall good condition, though aerated fairways and greens were still needing 1-2 more weeks of recovery. Pace was excellent, taking just over 3 hours for me to walk, as a sole single player at mid-day with106* + temperatures. Sand traps were well maintained , with most tee boxes being level.

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Top 50 Contributor
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
T O P 1000
Reviews 66
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Expensive but interesting

Fairways very dry and hard to find a good lie.

Greens also rough and slow.

Beautiful layout with all the expensive homes to admire.

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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Review 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
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
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Challenging but fair

Course was in great condition. Staff was super friendly. Great course. Bunkers and some water. Keeps you thinking. Play smart.

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First Time Playing
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
Review 1
Recommended
Played
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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 5.0
Reviews 49
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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 66
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Excellent staff. Fairways quite dry and hard. Like hitting off concrete.

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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Solid summer find

Greens were in great shape, fairways were nice. Really solid summer find and value.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Recommended
Played
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 2
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

First Time

This is the first time I've played here, but for the heat of summer the course was in good shape and it was an enjoyable round.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 41
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Played

Bring Sherpa guide to help from greens to cart

Have played Camelback padre 10 yrs ago enjoyed the course, Ambiente not so much, nothing against links layout but for craps sake many long walks from where I park ur cart to the green, I was tired just walking back and forth from cart to green and back, way to far away, it ruined our day

First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 2.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 21
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Good times!

The starter was an extremely friendly man from Connecticut. The man in the pro shop, cart woman and woman in the bar were kind as well. The course was very well kept and I had a very nice round. I had never played Padre before but had played their other course. A very wonderful facility I will visit again.

Verified Purchaser
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 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Canadian golfer

Course was in great shape for end of June. Some thin spots on fairways not to many, greens where in great shape will play again this week!!

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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