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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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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5.0
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Excellent

Course conditions were super. Greens rolled true! Staff is friendly and welcoming. Treat yourself to a great round!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 14
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Conditions Good
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Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
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Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Discounted Appropriately

I’d play it again at a big discount. End of season, Covid, short staffed, I’m tired of overpaying for things and not getting any services.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
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Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 8
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Previously Played

A very challenging course

We had a blast. It was great weather and a tough course. We played the white and felt some holes were too long. A 495 yard par 4 is certainly out of my league. I would play this course from the yellows next time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
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Reviews 16
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Excellent and exceptional.

Greens are true, fairways and bunkers are well kept and maintained. Amenities, beverage person, clean and cold water at the course. Overall positive experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Camelback Golf Course

Have not played here in 5 years. Used to be one of our favorite venues….

Ok, it’s May7….I would say for over. $200 pp, very pricey and not a good value. Greens were fine but collars and rough were not. Fairways were inconsistent. Perhaps this is due to time of year…. It is supposed to be the shoulder season but prices still high.

I still like this track but there are better values in the PHX area.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 16
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
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First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Decent Track, but need proper staffing

Course was in great shape, for this time of year. Really enjoyed it. That said there were way too many players on the course and a marshal was never to be found. Finally had enough and drive past the two other groups on the 14th tee and drive in.

4.5 hours for 13 holes.

No efforts made by either the staff of fellow players to ‘enforce/ play ready golf.’

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
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