Best of Our Valley 2020 is now open for voting. From now through Nov. 30, vote on your favorite local businesses, professionals and individuals across more than 4,000 categories for AZ Foothills annual Best Of Our Valley online contest.
The very best of each category will ultimately be featured in the coveted AZ Foothills’ Best of Our Valley collectors edition issue, a tell-all guide to the coolest people and places in the Valley of the Sun.
In honor of the fierce competition, we’re highlighting some of the leaders in the top categories so you can get to better know your nominees and potential winners.
Here, we’re showcasing some of the hottest hospitality and exciting ways to explore the Valley in the Stay & Play category.
Best Downtown Phoenix Hotel
FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel Palomar Phoenix Hyatt Regency Phoenix
Eclectic downtown Phoenix has an array of hotel stays, including current leader and art-centric FOUND:RE Phoenix. While they command the lead, Hotel Palomar Phoenix and Hyatt Regency Phoenix are both tied for the second-place spot. Vote here
Best Lobby Bar
Mountain Shadows Westin Kierland Photo: Hotel Valley Ho
Now who’s looking pretty in a hotel bar? Chic and contemporary Mountain Shadows is currently tied with the classic and cool Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, but recently renovated Hotel Valley Ho is in the running and its retro space is definitely deserving of votes. Vote here
Best Resort
The Wigwam Mountain Shadows Talking Stick Resort
The race is close for the coveted Best Resort title. While The Wigwam goes for a repeat win, Talking Stick Resort and Mountain Shadows are both tied for the second place spot and not far behind the leader. Vote here
Best Valley Adventure Experience
Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Expeditions
It seems voters really love to get high…in hot air balloons that is! The two leading nominees are Hot Air Expeditions and Rainbow Ryders, with the latter in a considerable lead. Vote here
Most Luxe Accommodations
W Scottsdale Mountain Shadows The Wigwam
Lavish stays abound in the Valley, but only one will win. Will newly renovated W Scottsdale take crown? With half the votes, it certainly looks like it, but Mountain Shadows and The Wigwam still have a fighting chance. Vote here
