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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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Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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u314162583711
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Expensive, course could be in better shape for the price they charge.

This course is not cheap. Some of the greens need work and the condition is not reflected in the green fees.

Pros:

Nice practice facility

Great layout.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course
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Insurancemvp
Played On
Reviews 74
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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Mfbprivate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Many greens and areas around greens damage - disappointing

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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u000001953660
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

+$300 for this?!

Worst value ever. I was excited to play here as I’ve heard good things, but the greens were absolutely garbage. There was no warning when we booked that the course was in such poor shape. Totally unacceptable @ $600+ for two players.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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pattyljohnson1
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course
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GlenScullion
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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meyer85258
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

The greens were terrible, I was disappointed and honestly shocked that this course was in this condition and that they chose to still charge players as if it were in pristine condition. I understood from some members that this was an experiment gone bad and responsible parties no longer work there but I still overpaid for this lesson

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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u000007442567
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Reviews 1
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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Bradford2003121
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course
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madonia
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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JayTrav
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Control Your Tee Ball!

Great facility. Friendly staff. Gotta' control your tee ball.

A couple greens had some disease damage, and the bunkers were a little thin, but overall a fun play and an excellent experience!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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Barrett69
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Overpriced

Greens are in terrible shape. 15th green has been completely lost. Played here 2 years ago, it was pristine. Not sure what’s happened. Lots of grass areas around the greens in terrible shape. Fairways and tee boxes are nice. But, conditions of the greens are what standout. $195 way too much to be charging right now. Practice facility is nice , restaurant food was good, staff was super friendly

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course
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scottvogtritter
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course
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AZgxAqyeaP59p3gGqf3D
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course
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Robert8095138
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fine Golf course

My wife and enjoyed the course. Very playable and the greens were excellent.

Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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u000006792962
Played On
Reviews 2
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Camelback Golf Club - Ambiente Course
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bmillerinc
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser

what happened

blow it up..greens bad..traps bad..was best in phx..now.. a muni in fresno

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course
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GGoschen
Played On
Reviews 32
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Love this course!

Always a pleasure to play even when I don’t score well.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course
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u314163460879
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played

Don’t play this week.

Course is in tough condition due to the rain. Very flooded and wasn’t notified by staff the course conditions this morning. Course shouldn’t have even been open with the flooding.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course
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gn24708658
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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