Royal Palms Resort and Spa
A 1920s Spanish Colonial winter estate beneath Camelback Mountain, Royal Palms combines 119 rooms, casitas and villas with lush courtyards, Alvadora Spa and Mediterranean-inspired dining at T. Cook’s.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa sits at the base of Camelback Mountain between Phoenix and Scottsdale, surrounded by palms, citrus, fountains and intimate courtyards. The property began as a private 1920s winter home, and that residential history remains central to its identity.
Its 119 accommodations range from generous guest rooms to casitas, suites and six villas. European furniture, fireplaces, private terraces and garden or mountain views keep the rooms tied to the original estate rather than feeling like standardized resort inventory.
Alvadora Spa brings a Mediterranean influence to its treatment program, including Vichy showers, botanical therapies and waterfall showers. A heated pool, yoga, fitness and access to nearby hiking trails provide a broader desert-wellness routine.
T. Cook’s is the signature restaurant, serving Mediterranean-inspired food built around local ingredients in dining rooms and candlelit patios. Mix Up Bar + Lounge and the poolside Cabana Café add more casual options without diluting the property’s intimate scale.
Royal Palms is best for travelers who want Phoenix luxury with history and atmosphere rather than a giant golf resort. Its gardens, Spanish Colonial architecture and Camelback Mountain setting create an unusually romantic sense of enclosure in the desert.