Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa
The new spirit of luxury

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney's Resort & Spa provides a welcome hideaway for travelers seeking an escape from the everyday. Our 53 expansive lush desert acres invites exploration, sweeping Paradise Valley views from our every angle, and spacious casita-style accommodations and villas that are designed for the ultimate privacy.
Hotel Tip
Small groups or large families can book the four Terrace Casitas and Villa del Sol together, which offer privacy and a private pool. –Suzette Mack San Jose, CaliforniaVirtuoso Preferred Supplier Since 25 Jun 2002
Virtuoso Amenities
For 2025:
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining
- $125 USD Resort credit to be utilized during stay (not valid on spa products, not combinable, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Reviews and Recommendations for Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa
96%
of 24 guests
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Recommended
Veru nice hotel and SPA
By: Yonit
Reviewed on: 07 Sep 2014
Great hotel with nice spa
Travel Advisor:
Amiel Lindenbaum
Recommended
Scottsdale
By: Cathy
Reviewed on: 30 Mar 2015
Food was exceptional! Every person you encounter has a smile and couldn't have been friendlier- they must've been trained, it was remarkable. Concierge excellent! Our accommodation was lovely, a suite w/ separate bedroom (2beds). A fold-out sofa was in the entry room for our 3rd person. Hiking, shopping, dining will definitely consider this one again.
Travel Advisor:
Ellen Wyler
Recommended
A weekend in Paradise
By: R. Andy
Reviewed on: 20 Oct 2015
Recently spent a 3 day weekend with my golf group including spouses. The Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain was fantastic. Great location, Great food, Great staff, Great accommodations, Couldn't have been nicer. We will be back soon and I hope often in the future. We've stayed at hotels and resorts all over the area and the Sanctuary is by far the best.... R. Andy
Travel Advisor:
Jodi Green
Recommended
Sanctuary
By: ZF
Reviewed on: 13 Apr 2016
Great hotel, average to above average dining.
Travel Advisor:
Jodi Green
Recommended
The Sanctuary on Camelback makes Paradise Valley a true Paradise
By: Triptek
Reviewed on: 31 Mar 2017
The Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain has become one of our favorite resorts after our recent stay. When we first saw our beautiful Suite, we asked if we could stay forever. The bed was extremely comfortable and the bathroom was very functional as well as sleek and modern. The deck had beautiful views of the valley. Our first night, we planned to go out, but chose to stay in and order room service from Elements - The excellent on site restaurant. The restaurant overlooks the infinity edge pool that has a great staff who take care of your every need. The Spa is peaceful and offers great massages and the fitness classes are great. Every staff member went above and beyond to make the guests happy. We can't wait to return.
Travel Advisor:
Monika Dysart

Recommended
Great resort
By: The Garlands
Reviewed on: 29 Mar 2017
Really unique. Great food and rooms. Fantastic service. Highly recommended.
Travel Advisor:
Jodi Green

Recommended
Peaceful and fabulous
By: Stkincheloe
Reviewed on: 24 Apr 2017
The Santctiary is properly named. It is peaceful and amazingly beautiful! The casitas are spacious and very comfortable with amazing views. Elements, the restaurant, is a great setting with very good food. Perfectly relaxing and peaceful! I'll be back!
Travel Advisor:
Amanda Watkins

Recommended
Sanctuary resort
By: madonna
Reviewed on: 03 Oct 2017
Loved it. The staff is very nice and professional. They have all their staff use your name throughout your stay. Its a wonderful touch...makes you feel like were friends. The food in the restaurant is very good, would recommend breakfast, lunch or dinner. Has a lively night life scene. This is a peaceful place, yet its in the heart of Paradise Valley. My husband and I are looking forward to going back soon!
Travel Advisor:
Christine Serio
Recommended
Gorgeous setting, fabulous pool
By: Quincy
Reviewed on: 19 Oct 2017
This resort was situated right at the base of camelback mountain. Just a gorgeous setting, amazing weather and we loved hanging out at the pool. The staff were super friendly and attentive.
Travel Advisor:
Vivien Rethazy
Recommended
Unforgettable experience
By: Spj
Reviewed on: 29 Oct 2017
Perfect getaway. Was welcomed so warmly and genuinely. The entire stay had that tone.
The accommodations, the good, the service—all top notch.
Travel Advisor:
Carol Lin England
Recommended
A true Sanctuary!
By: KJ
Reviewed on: 30 Oct 2017
Staying at the Sanctuary is a little slice of heaven - quiet and serene with excellent service and accommodations. We have now been twice in one year and plan to revisit as much as possible!
Travel Advisor:
Nathan Cripps
Recommended
M&D
By: M&D
Reviewed on: 27 Nov 2017
A spectacular place to visit. Terrific service, accommodations, food and amenities! Can’t wait to return!!
Travel Advisor:
Christine Serio
Recommended
A Great Trip to Scottsdale ... Continued!
By: LN
Reviewed on: 21 Jan 2018
We had a wonderful stay at the Sanctuary. Check-in was quick and painless and welcoming, our room was ready immediately, service throughout the stay was excellent, and the facilities are beautiful.
Travel Advisor:
Nancy Macleod
Recommended
Five nights
By: Rolene
Reviewed on: 24 Jan 2018
Very nice. I liked the hotel because it is centrally located to places that we wanted to see. Also, the room was very quiet and spacious.
Travel Advisor:
Nancy Macleod

Recommended
Beautiful and friendly
By: Gdh1
Reviewed on: 31 Jan 2018
The Sanctuary at Camelback Mt. was a beautiful place to stay. The Spa, dining and service was all top notch and We will definitely stay there again.
Travel Advisor:
Martha Rhodes

Recommended
Sanctuary
By: Kate Pexa
Reviewed on: 11 Mar 2018
Great tennis, great pool service, great spa, great room. Can’t wait to go back!
Travel Advisor:
Catherine Parkin
Recommended
Amazing stay
By: Geeta
Reviewed on: 22 Apr 2018
Sarah Lee made my stay even more incredible. With the room upgrade and other bonuses I received I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Thank you Travelee!!
Travel Advisor:
Sarah Lee
Recommended
review of last trip
By: madonna
Reviewed on: 26 Jun 2018
Great. We have stayed at this resort many times and it is now a place we call our second home. The staff and accommodations are fabulous
Travel Advisor:
Christine Serio
Recommended
review of last trip
By: madonna
Reviewed on: 30 Jul 2018
This is a home away from home to us. They pay attention to details and we are always treated like their only guest! The attention to detail down to everyone greeting us by name is truly amazing. When we come to Arizona there is no where else we would stay!
Travel Advisor:
Christine Serio
Not Recommended
100%
By: boomer
Reviewed on: 07 Oct 2018
Good staff, but we would have preferred the Camelback main resort. They had a huge fitness convention t the Sanctuary so did not have the space we needed.
Recommended
review of last trip
By: Madonna
Reviewed on: 12 Nov 2018
Very good. We love this home away from home. We are enjoying the facility so much we are looking for property in the area of the hotel.
Travel Advisor:
Christine Serio
Recommended
Sanctuary at Camelback
By: LesliePL
Reviewed on: 30 Apr 2019
Our stay at Sanctuary was absolute perfection! The resort is stunning; the food delicious; the service impeccable. We will return to this resort again and again!
Travel Advisor:
Jennifer Royster
Recommended
It was great
By: mike d
Reviewed on: 16 Jul 2019
It was a beautiful resort and the best service ever.
Travel Advisor:
Jodi Green
Recommended
Girls trip
By: Abby
Reviewed on: 28 Jan 2024
Stay was excellent. Villa was perfect for our girls group. Spa was great. Amazing service
Travel Advisor:
Polly Bade