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

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4.5
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Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Camelback Golf Club

First time playing this course, it had very good reviews. We enjoyed our round a little bit slow than normal, but for this time of year, all the teetimes were pretty much booked, but the pace of play was not horrible. We really enjoy the layout of the course it kind of goes through a little neighborhood so it’s very nice to see some of the housing here. Have views of the mountain area and of course, views of Camelback Mountains as well. Great time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

We gave ourselves 4:30 minutes to squeeze our round in, but with 10 minute tee times, pace of play became a huge issue. I understand that pace can be hard for a course to control, but 10 minute intervals are not something I can support for a $160 course if you're not going to actively manage pace of play.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fabulous course in amazing condition

I would have given this course five stars all around after my experience yesterday however, with it being cart path only the experience was diminished a bit. Overall very pleased and the round was played in exactly 4 hours which was great! Great day to celebrate great golf followed by great election results!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 88
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Course is overrated

Course was okay but definitely overpriced. Fairways and close to green shots were muddy with soft grass. Value for $ here is not great. Likely won't be back.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course

Well maintained course that is wide open from the tee. Views are great but less elevation change from other courses I’ve played in Scottsdale.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 39
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good value at Padre!

Camelback provides excellent customer service, some discounted deals through TeeOff/Golf Now, and my husband and I love playing here. The driving range and practice areas are great, and the range balls are included. The Padre course was cart path only, but this is expected this time of year, and played well after the overseeding.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very disappointed

Course would be OK if green fee was around $59.00. Way overpriced compared to other more upscale courses.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 15
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Fine course

Even though it was cart path only from overseeding course was in great condition and greens were smooth and true

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Bachelor Party on the Golf Course

We spent a lot of time waiting for the group ahead. The ranger, who was very pleasant, said that he tried to move them ahead, but that there was nothing else he could do, as they were part of a bachelor party. At one point, he asked them if we could skip ahead of them, into the two hole gap they created, and they said no. I told him he should make them skip a hole or two to catch up, and he said that had to come form the golf shop. Between pace of play and music blaring from golf carts, it was like playing goofy golf.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Freindly, staff..

Just out of over seeding and the course plays great!

The outside staff were great and were very pleasant.

Cart path only at this time of year is common after over seeding , so made for more walking for us higher handicapers! All in all a great experience!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great shape right before oversee

Solid track with great service and good pace of play. Course was in great shape considering they were starting oversee the next day. If you can go when it is not busy the pace of play is great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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