The holiday season in the Valley is brimming with festive cheer, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by staying at a resort that brings the season to life. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a romantic escape, or a friends’ retreat, these resorts provide the perfect backdrop for holiday fun.
The Scottsdale Resort & Spa lights up the season with its Family Holiday Festival on December 13, where live music, crafts, cookie decorating, and Santa bring festive cheer to all ages. Guests can also browse vendors and unwind with a holiday movie under the stars. Visitors can explore handcrafted treats and gifts from makers before settling onto the lawn for an outdoor holiday film.
La Fogata becomes Santa’s Workshop for a themed chef’s dinner featuring a velouté starter, hearty Reindeer Ragu, and nostalgic desserts. Reservations are available for this intimate, festive evening. The restaurant also offers a stress-free Christmas Eve prime rib dinner served in its warm, elegant dining room. Guests can enjoy the full à la carte menu before relaxing by the firepit.
Hotel Valley Ho debuts Ho Holidays, transforming the iconic OH Pool into a retro-style roller rink from November 24 through January 4. The experience includes themed nights, festive treats, holiday activities, and $25 tickets for locals, with free admission for hotel guests. Attendees can elevate their visit with rinkside cabanas or fire pits while enjoying snacks, cocktails, and seasonal fun. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Andaz Scottsdale’s Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen presents a three-course Christmas dinner on December 25, blending Sonoran flavors with refined holiday dishes for $98 per adult. Adults can enjoy dishes like truffle fettuccine or braised short ribs, while kids can select from classic entrées and a mini Buche de Noël.
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown hosts a Paint & Sip event on December 6 at Carcara, featuring an Angel’s Envy Bourbon tasting paired with chocolate selections. Guests will also create a desert-inspired painting under the guidance of a local artist, with all materials provided.
At Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock, guests can dine inside private Desert Igloos through January 1, surrounded by twinkling décor and scenic red rock views. Seasonal dishes add playful flair to this unique cold-weather escape. ShadowRock Tap + Table also offers a Christmas Day dinner with Pozole Verde or Street Corn Salad, followed by Chipotle-Spiced Prime Rib and Tres Leches cake. Wine pairings are available. eforea Spa’s Season of Serenity package includes a massage, radiance facial, and manicure infused with soothing seasonal aromas. The three-part experience is priced at $440.
The Global Ambassador celebrates the season with pop-ups, rooftop gatherings, and festive culinary experiences across its restaurants. Guests can enhance their stay through the Holiday House suite offer or enjoy jazz-filled nights, spirited cocktails, and family-friendly treats throughout the property.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa invites guests to a refined Christmas dinner at T. Cook’s on December 25, featuring dishes like lobster bisque, prime rib, and sticky toffee cheesecake. Select à la carte options will also be available at Mix Up Bar.
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa offers a luxurious Christmas Day dinner at Elements with dishes such as chestnut velouté, cedar-planked scallops, and lobster thermidor. Guests can also join the Celestial Circle Series, highlighted by a Winter Solstice New Moon gathering on December 20. Guests can enjoy 30 percent off Casitas and 40 percent off Suites for stays through October 31, 2026.
Enchantment in Sedona brings the holidays to life with a tree lighting hosted by MLB All-Star Roger Clemens, family-friendly activities, and hands-on culinary fun. Elevated moments include a Caviar + Krug tasting that pairs sustainably sourced caviar with world-class champagne.
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa transforms into a winter wonderland, Jingle at JW, with ice skating, tubing, holiday lights, and themed activities like gingerbread decorating and breakfast with Mrs. Claus. Guests can enjoy both new festivities and cherished traditions throughout the season.
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa offers a cozy holiday stay with its Deck the Room experience, complete with a decorated tree and personalized stockings. Families can also enjoy an in-room gingerbread-building activity that brings festive creativity right to their suite.
Mountain Modern Sedona combines Southwestern charm with modern style across 89 rooms, studios, and suites, featuring an outdoor pool, destination-inspired dining and local “Wise Guides” to share insider tips. Guests can enjoy 50 percent off stays booked until December 5, 2025, valid through February 28, 2026, with select blackout dates.
The Wigwam offers 331 renovated Southwestern-style accommodations, three pools, four dining options, award-winning golf, tennis courts, and a full-service spa. Guests can take 30 percent off Garden and Oasis rooms, plus receive a $50 daily resort credit for stays booked until December 5, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with multiple blackout dates in early 2026.
Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas features newly renovated two-bedroom villas with private entrances, full kitchens, and outdoor patios. Guests can save 20 percent off the Best Available Rate during the Black Friday through Cyber Monday booking window, November 28-December 2, 2025.
