The Best Spas in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley

Scottsdale and Paradise Valley have some of the most beautiful resort spas in the country. The secret to getting your money's worth is simple: book a treatment, then arrive early and stay late to enjoy the pools, steam rooms and quiet lounges that often come with it. Here are the spas our team recommends, and what makes each one special. Day guest policies vary, so ask when you book.

Close to Old Town and Paradise Valley

• Joya Spa at Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Montelucia. Moroccan-inspired design and a Hammam circuit with steam, a whirlpool and a cold plunge. Plan lunch by the Terrace Pool between treatments.
• The Phoenician Spa at The Phoenician. A three-story spa with a rooftop pool, rentable cabanas and the Yoga Walk. A great choice if you want a resort-day feel with Camelback views.
• Spa Avania at Grand Hyatt Scottsdale. Treatments are designed around the time of day, from energizing mornings to calming evenings, with a mineral pool and a Himalayan salt room.

North Scottsdale and the desert foothills

• Spa at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North. Known for its Desert Bathing ritual, sound therapy with Tibetan singing bowls and a turquoise sage treatment rooted in the Sonoran setting.
• Well and Being Spa at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. A wellness-forward spa with aerial yoga, body composition screening and a eucalyptus aromatherapy room.
• Spa at The Boulders. A spa pool tucked among giant granite boulders, a walking labyrinth and even guided rock climbing for the adventurous.
• The Spa at Civana Carefree. An Aqua Therapy Circuit with wading and soaking pools and a steam sauna, plus a cafe with seasonal menus.

How to plan the perfect spa day

• Book ahead, especially in peak season. January through April is the busiest time, and weekend appointments go first.
• Ask what is included. Most spas include access to pools, steam rooms and lounges with a treatment, but policies vary, and some offer day passes.
• Arrive early. Give yourself at least 45 minutes before your appointment to change, relax and use the facilities.
• Hydrate and skip the hike. Do your big hike another day. Spa treatments and desert heat both leave you thirsty.
• Pair it with dinner. Many resort spas sit steps from excellent restaurants. Our dining guide has more ideas.

The vacation home spa night

Some of the best relaxing happens back at your rental. A heated pool or spa after sunset, a dark desert sky, and a slow dinner at home make a perfect bookend to a resort spa day. Ask your host what your home offers, and check our Paradise Valley guide if you want to stay close to the resorts.

Source checked November 4, 2026: Experience Scottsdale, "The Best Spas to Make a Day of It." Treatments, pricing and day access change, so confirm directly with each spa before booking.