Mountain Shadows Resort, Scottsdale
More photosMountain Shadows Resort in Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, is a legendary desert escape that first opened in 1959. Originally a magnet for Hollywood stars and luxury travelers, the resort was famously demolished in 2014 before being completely reimagined and rebuilt from the ground up, reopening in 2017. It keeps its mid-century soul alive through nods to its past, such as the iconic breeze-block patterns by the pool and the name of its signature restaurant, Hearth ’61.
The architecture is a masterclass in desert modernism, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass that frames the dramatic silhouettes of Camelback and Mummy Mountains. The resort’s name actually stems from the unique, lengthening shadows cast by these peaks each afternoon. Whether you are lounging by one of the resort’s three pools or playing a round at “The Short Course”—a beautiful, award-winning par-3 golf course—the design ensures you always feel connected to the rugged landscape.
For those looking to explore, you are perfectly placed to enjoy the best of the Sonoran Desert. Outdoor enthusiasts can tackle the challenging trails of Camelback Mountain right from their doorstep, while cultural sights like Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West are just a short drive away.
After a day of hiking or golfing, Old Town Scottsdale offers a vibrant mix of art galleries, upscale shopping, and eclectic dining. Whether you’re seeking a quiet retreat or a launchpad for desert adventures, Mountain Shadows blends historic glamour with a refreshed, contemporary energy that captures the spirit of Arizona.
Expert reviews
“The original 1959-vintage Mountain Shadows resort was rebuilt in midcentury style and reopened in 2017 with 183 rooms featuring glass-enclosed showers separating bedroom and bath and a pair of 75-foot swimming pools.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Scottsdale.
What guests liked
- Excellent location
- Great views
- Excellent resort
- Excellent Wifi
Location
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Vending machine (drinks)
- - Vending machine (snacks)
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- - Hiking
- - Evening entertainment
- - Steam room
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Fitness classes
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Happy hour
- - Live music/performance
- - Aerobics (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
- - Outdoor fireplace
Cleaning services
- - Laundry
- - Dry cleaning
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
- - Pool with view
- - Heated pool
- - Shallow end
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Fence around pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Face masks for guests available
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