Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains
16770 N Perimeter Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85260, Scottsdale, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.3 / 5
Overview
The Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains is a 4-star all-suite hotel sitting directly adjacent to the Champions Course at the TPC Scottsdale golf complex, and it's roughly a mile from the WestWorld events center. With a 4.3 rating from over 1,100 reviews, it's positioned as a polished, upscale base for golf, events, and desert recreation in the North Scottsdale area.
Rooms
Suites are warm and high-end, each with a flat-screen TV, wet bar, minifridge, and a separate living room with a pull-out sofa for extra sleeping space. Some suites add balconies, whirlpool tubs, and views over the golf course, giving guests a range of upgraded options beyond the standard suite layout.
Dining & Amenities
An upscale on-site restaurant and bar opens onto a patio overlooking the golf course, giving guests a scenic spot for meals and drinks. The property also offers a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Wi-Fi is available for a surcharge, while parking is complimentary.
Location & Surroundings
Beyond its immediate golf course setting, the hotel is close to Grayhawk Golf Club, the Gateway Trailhead into the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and Taliesin West. Farther afield are attractions like the OdySea Aquarium, Butterfly Wonderland, Musical Instrument Museum, Troon North Golf Club, and central Scottsdale sites such as Scottsdale Fashion Square and the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art.
Best for
This hotel is best suited to golfers and outdoor enthusiasts, given its direct adjacency to the TPC Scottsdale Champions Course and proximity to Grayhawk Golf Club and the McDowell Sonoran Preserve trailheads. It also works well for event attendees heading to WestWorld and for business travelers seeking an upscale suite with a business center. Couples and small groups looking for a scenic on-site restaurant and pool/hot tub setup will also find it a comfortable fit.
Travel tips
Because the hotel is set within a golf resort area away from central Scottsdale, a car or rideshare is helpful for reaching attractions like Scottsdale Fashion Square, Camelback Mountain, or the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, which are all several miles away. Guests attending events should note WestWorld is about a mile from the property, making early arrival easy. Those wanting to hike should plan for the Gateway Trailhead into the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, just under 4 km away, ideally in cooler morning hours given the desert climate.
What guests say
Guests consistently highlight attentive, warm front-desk and shuttle staff, with several reviewers naming specific employees for going above and beyond. The on-site restaurant and bar draw praise for their ambiance and food and drink selection, and many reviewers cite the combination of service, location near golf and hiking, and amenities as reasons for repeat stays. Rooms are frequently described as spotless, comfortable, and offering nice views. A recurring criticism is that the property feels somewhat dated and could use a refresh, though most guests say the strong service outweighs this drawback.
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