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 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Must play course in Scottsdale, AZ

This is a long links style course. You can't go wrong playing Camelback courses. Great summer rate and not many people. Water station every hole gets you hydrated during rounds. I had a blast playing all by myself and shooting 76 from blue. The starter was a true gentleman. If you are in Scottsdale or Pheonix area, book yourself a round of golf here.

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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
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
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
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
T O P 1000
Reviews 173
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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 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
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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 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
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3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Value value value

Top 3 course in the valley for value. Always a pleasure playing Ambiente!

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
T O P 100
Reviews 189
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

4.467 Stars

Sneaky challenging, but most holes were straight forward. Did a nice job on remodeling. Greens were very nice but tricky.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
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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 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

WOW! What a day!

Our group absolutely loved playing Camelback Padre. Had 8 of us out for mid-morning tee times and I cannot express how friendly the staff was, how cool the course layout was, and how much fun we had at the restaurant after. Top notch club all around. Our group will be back and we’re thankful to the staff for enhancing our experience!

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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 5.0
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a year
Recommended
Played
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 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fairways were fast and so was the round.

Went out as a threesome around 11:20am and made it back to clubhouse before 2:30.

Greens still had the slightest indication that they had been punched recently, but they rolled out well, but were not as fast as I anticipated. All things considered, the course played well.

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Previously Played
Perfect 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
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 3
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 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Hopes were high… and catfished

When coming to this course after seeing so many great reviews we were somewhat disappointed with what we got. Pros of this course were that it was in good shape (besides the aerated greens) and people were very nice with lots of small amenities. Pace of play was also very solid. Cons of this course were that every hole was pretty much the same and the scenery just never stood out. At the end of the day the price was just way too high for an average course. Having aerated greens is something that happens but we showed up without warning and paid in full.

We had previous played Las Sendas the day before and thought that course outperformed this one in almost every category for 50 dollars less.

It was not a bad experience and the course was in good shape but I guess we were just expecting more with some of the reviews we had seen.

My father in law who is not a nice reviewer says “Catfish ?”

First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 2.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Recommended
Played

Hard to pass if you can get a hot deal course is amazing as always

Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Very nice resort course

This was about what I expected for the price. Service was great, staff was friendly, pace of play was good and the course was beautiful. Unfortunately the trouble was all on the side that I miss on!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect 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 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Gem in Scottsdale

Honestly I love both courses at Camelback CC. Ambience is the most unique course you’ll play in Arizona. The staff is great and the course will test your skill with multiple tee boxes/combos.

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
T O P 50
Reviews 244
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Terrific

Great links course in one of the most upscale neighborhoods in the Valley. Fairways are always premo and the greens are always complete, consistent surfaces. The day I played the greens were a bit bumpy and caused the ball to wander in odd tracks, so maybe time to roll the greens. Still a very enjoyable place to play golf.

Arizona Advisor
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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
Amenities 5.0
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