The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is a large luxury resort in Scottsdale, Arizona, in the United States. It is the kind of place built around its grounds as much as its rooms, and many visitors come to spend a stay largely on site rather than out exploring the city.
What the resort offers
- Golf: two championship golf courses, which make it a natural choice for golfers planning a trip to the Scottsdale area.
- Pools: several pools, including a water playground, so families and groups with children have plenty to do during the day.
- Spa: world-class spa services, a good option for a restful day or a treat after time on the courses.
- Meetings: extensive meeting facilities, suited to conferences, business gatherings and events.
The setting
The resort is known for its desert landscaping. Its grounds take in the plants and light of the Sonoran Desert, which gives the property a distinct sense of place that differs from more urban hotels. Walking the grounds is part of the appeal, and the setting suits travellers who want to feel they are in Arizona rather than in a generic resort.
Scottsdale itself lies in the Phoenix area, and the hotel makes a convenient base for exploring the wider region while still offering a quiet retreat to return to at the end of the day.
Who it suits
The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is best suited to visitors who want a self-contained stay: golfers, families who want pools and space to spread out, couples looking for a spa break, and groups attending meetings. It is also known as the Fairmont Princess, a name you may see in listings and reviews.