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 13
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Epic golf course

This course is always in top notch shape.

The pace of play was super fast, like the greens!

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Love this course

The Ambiente course is a fun course with a great layout. One of the best course in Scottsdale.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 16
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

MAC + Kendra

Still cart path only but it was playing close to regular. Staff was fantastic.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Reviews 14
2.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Overseeded and slow pace

This course was cart path only and slow pace. Greens were fairly slow too. Obviously courses need to do this maintenance, but a reduced price or heads up would’ve been nice.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 20
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
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 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Eh

Let’s start with the starter. Apropos of nothing he began our conversation with an anti-trans joke. Is that really necessary? Maybe keep religion and politics out of his mouth. Otherwise things were okay. Nice course. Nice restaurant which we hit after the downpour which ended our round. But Bob the starter put me off this course We won’t be back.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Camelback padre

Great golf course because of the reseeding all green has different speed Oder than that that was a great day..

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Tale of Two Nines

Weather played an unexpected role in our round at Camelback CC in Scottsdale this week. While the mid-90s temperature and bright sun drained us somewhat on the front nine, the unusual wind and blowing conditions that surfaced mid-round created real challenges on the back nine - with balls rolling off the greens and tee shots being knocked down into blustery conditions. Weather aside, Camelback offers a challenging spread that will test both your length and short game, with many long par 4s and several well bunkered greens. Approach shots are key, particularly on the 9th and 18th holes - long par 5's with water in play on both holes leading right up to the front of both greens. All of the staff, from the starter to the cart boys to the folks in the pro shop went above and beyond with their level of customer service. The restaurant also provides lovely views of both the 9th and 18th holes with many local craft beers and tasty bites on the menu. Definitely a must see and must play if you are visiting the greater Scottsdale area .

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Everyone was friendly and professional. Andy, the head pro, was working in the shop and he could not have been nicer....ready to answer all our questions and listening to our comments. Course was in great shape and therapeutic to play....like being in a park.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
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
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