The ultimate Arizona summer staycation guide for 2026
Hotels and resorts across the Grand Canyon State are leaning hard into experience-driven travel for 2026. And why wouldn’t they? Arizona summer staycation and vacation packages capitalize on all the state has to offer.
From wellness-focused retreats and desert adventure to resident discounts and immersive culinary programming, this BOSW southwest summer staycation + vacation guide is the biggest of the series.
Need more? Read more: Southern California’s best beachside staycations and hotel packages
What to know about Arizona summer staycations in 2026
Many Arizona hotels and resorts are offering:
- Arizona resident discounts and local-only perks
- Resort and spa credits
- Lazy river, pool and waterpark experiences
- Wellness-focused packages and spa retreats
- Adventure-driven escapes centered around hiking, stargazing and desert exploration
Where to book an Arizona summer staycation in 2026
Those in search of hotels and resorts with summer outdoor activities, spa pampering, wellness offerings, luxury amenities and hot deals, need look no further. Here are some of the best Arizona summer staycations and vacation packages to book in 2026.
Flagstaff
Americana Motor Hotel in Flagstaff
Name of offer/package: Arizona Resident Rate
About the offer/property: Exclusively for locals looking for an in-state getaway, Americana Motor Hotel’s Arizona Resident Rate offers 15% off to guests from the area. New “choose your own adventure” add-on experiences also allow guests to personalize their trip according to their interests.
Starting rate: $126 (Thursday – Sundays)
Morristown
Castle Hot Springs, Morristown
Name of offer/package: Local Legends
About the offer/property: When Arizona residents book the Local Legends Offer, they’ll receive a $150 nightly resort credit, per room, perfect for indulging in spa treatments, activities and adventures. Plus, stay your way with flexible check-in/out days throughout the week:
Stay 2-Nights, Receive a $300 Experience Credit
Stay 3-Nights, Receive a $450 Experience Credit
Stay 4-Nights, Receive a $600 Experience Credit
Stay 5-Nights, Receive a $750 Experience Credit
Starting rate: Average high-season rate, $2,450-$2,750 per night, single or double occupancy; Average summer rate for the property, $1,250 – $1,550 per night, single or double occupancy
Valid dates: May 21 – September 30, 2026
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Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas, Page
Name of offer/package: Travel Offer – 15% Off Houseboats + Fuel Credit
About the offer/property: Short description of the offer, property and standout amenities: Lake Powell is the perfect destination to welcome visitors for the summer, with its hidden coves, beaches, and 96 canyons waiting to be explored. The best way to fully grasp its size and beauty is by renting a houseboat to start the day on the water, with gentle waves waking you up and kickstarting a day full to the brim with adventure – plus, right now, visitors get 15% off all houseboats and up to $750 in boat fuel credits to maximize their vacation. Then, at night, enjoy comfort and style, where the boats are complete with cozy beds, spacious living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and a deck with a waterslide and BBQ.
Starting rate: $1,268 (4-day 46’ houseboat)
Valid dates: Through September 30, 2026
Paradise Valley
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa, Paradise Valley
Name of offer/package: Slip Away to Sunshine
About the offer/property: Escape to Scottsdale this summer at JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn, an award-winning resort known for its adobe-style architecture, desert-inspired design, and timeless Southwest charm. The Slip Away to Sunshine package includes a $100 daily resort credit, early check-in, late check-out, and overnight accommodations. Guests can unwind in casitas and suites, relax at the newly renovated Spa at Camelback Inn, or dine across the resort’s seven restaurants and lounges.
Starting rate: Average high-season rate, $599; Average summer rate, $299
Valid date: January 3 – December 31, 2026
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa, Paradise Valley
Name of offer/package: Summer Staycation
About the offer/property: Set against sweeping desert vistas, the resort offers the perfect balance of activity and relaxation, from mornings spent on world-class tennis and pickleball courts, with private 1:1 clinics available, to afternoons unwinding poolside at the infinity pool overlooking Camelback Mountain. This Summer, escape to Paradise Valley for a quick weekend at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa, with a new staycation package launched just in time for summer. Enjoy up to 15% off the resort’s best available rates paired with a $50 resort credit to use toward the award-winning Sanctuary Spa or dining at elements and Jade Bar during a visit.
Starting rate: Summer rates starting at $591/night
Valid dates: May 1 – September 30, 2026
Phoenix
Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix
Name of offer/package: Check In, Chill Out
About the offer/property: The Check In, Chill Out summer offer, guests who book a three-night stay receive the third night complimentary, an invitation to linger longer in one of Phoenix’s most iconic desert escapes. Available May through September, the summer experience is further elevated with a curated lineup of weekly programming. Guests can expect Dive-In Movies under the stars on Friday nights, live DJ sets on weekends, a roaming gelato cart for midday refreshment, and interactive waterslide games for families, alongside adults-focused moments like the Saguaro Pool Social Hour.
Valid dates: May through September
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Phoenix
Name of offer/package: The Book Early and Save on AquaNights Summer
About the offer/property: Indulge in luxury and relaxation at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, set on 316 acres of the Sonoran Desert. The Book Early and Save AquaNights Summer offer includes up to 25% off a two-night stay when booked by May 21, 2026, plus a $100 daily resort credit and complimentary parking. Guests can enjoy AquaNights after dark, with glowing water slides, a lazy river, and Friday-night programming, including a bubble bash, a family dance party and a drone show.
Starting rate: Average high-season rate, $677; Average summer rate, $341
Valid dates: May 22 – September 07, 2026
Hilton Phoenix Resort at The Peak, Phoenix
Name of offer/package: Stay, splash & Savor
About the offer/property: Turn your getaway into a full summer escape with everything included. Enjoy spacious all-suite accommodations, unlimited access to River Ranch Water Park, and a $100 resort credit to use at The Living Room, Slim’s, or toward a spa treatment.
Starting rate: Available on stays of two nights or more
Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, Phoenix
Name of offer/package: Arizona Resident Rate
About the offer/property: For those seeking a chic urban escape brimming with local charm, Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU delivers the ultimate staycation experience right in the heart of downtown Tempe. The property features 330 stylish guest rooms, four elevated dining outlets, a rooftop pool deck perfect for sun-soaked lounging, and nearly 36,000 square feet of versatile meeting space showcasing sweeping views of the ASU campus and cityscape. The Arizona Resident Rate offers 20% off accommodations and a $25 food and beverage credit.
Starting rate: Vary by date and availability; enjoy an exclusive offer for Arizona residents, including a 20% discount on rooms and a $25 food and beverage credit. Average high-season rate: approx. $350, low rate, approx. $195
Royal Palms Resort and Spa, Phoenix
Name of offer/package: Tranquil Days, Summer Stays
About the offer/property: Tucked against the backdrop of Camelback Mountain, Royal Palms Resort and Spa blends Mediterranean-inspired luxury with intimate desert charm. Seasonal experiences include the “Tranquil Days, Summer Stays” offer featuring 20% off plus a $50 daily resort credit for dining, spa treatments and in-room amenities, along with interactive empanada-making classes at T. Cook’s inspired by Spanish culinary traditions and Executive Sous Chef Mireya Ryan’s Tucson roots. Guests can unwind at Alvadora Spa, enjoy elevated dining and embrace a relaxing summer staycation atmosphere in one of Phoenix’s most iconic resorts.
Starting rate: 20% off stays plus a $50 daily resort credit; Empanada-making classes priced at $55 per person
Valid dates: Summer offer valid for new reservations and stays May 25 through Sept. 10, 2026; Empanada-making classes held Fridays from 12:30–1:30 p.m.; Additional restrictions and availability may apply
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, Phoenix
Name of offer/package: Phoenix Summer Staycation
About the offer/property: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown’s Phoenix Summer Staycation package offers locals a $50 food & beverage credit, self-parking for one car, late check-out, and early check-in (based on availability). Guests will also be welcomed with a signature Mango Cooler, available as a cocktail or mocktail, made with mango, green tea, lime, and ginger beer and optionally mixed with Cruzan Rum.
Starting rate: Average high-season rate, $365; Average summer rate, $159
Valid dates: May 28 – September 12, 2026
Book, use code ZJL
Scottsdale
Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas, Scottsdale
Name of offer/package: Special Offer: Summer Splash
About the offer/property: Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas provides guests with the perfect setting for those looking for a desert escape this summer. The property offers on-site restaurants, including the brand-new Salt & Sol, a heated outdoor pool, and, for guests seeking a secluded retreat, newly renovated two-bedroom villas featuring all the conveniences of home. The Villas at Hilton Scottsdale Resort are set a short distance from the hotel with upscale amenities such as a private terrace, full kitchen and dining area, washer & dryers, and access to an exclusive villa pool area.
Starting rate: Average high-season rate, $339; Average summer rate, $169
Valid dates: Available to book through September 1 for stays between May 21 – September 8
Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas Paradise Valley, Scottsdale
Name of offer/package: Cabana Days & Miralina Nights
About the offer/property: A two-night stay at Kimpton Miralina includes a reserved cabana, pool access, $100 in food and beverage credit, and $100 in spa credit or a two-hour Hydrotherapy Pass for two. In-room Cool Kits and a Doggie Cool-Down Service round out the package.
Starting rate: Average high-season rate, $359
Valid dates: May 22 – September 7, 2026
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, Scottsdale
Name of offer/package: Escape to Scottsdale Deal
About the offer/property: For those craving an opulent local escape drenched in Moroccan and Andalusian charm, Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia offers the ultimate staycation sanctuary. Nestled at the base of Camelback Mountain, this lavish oasis features 293 elegantly appointed guest rooms, a breathtaking 31,000-square-foot Joya Spa, and award-winning dining across four revitalized outlets. The Escape to Scottsdale Deal offers luxurious accommodations, a fourth night free, a $150 resort credit per stay, and complimentary access to Scottsdale Fashion Square visitor savings with $750 in perks from participating stores and eateries.
Starting rate: High season $599; Summer varies by date and availability; book a four-night stay to receive the fourth night complimentary plus a $150 resort credit; Low Rate: approx. $199
Valid dates: Ongoing; subject to availability
Sedona
Amara Resort and Spa, Sedona
Name of offer/package: Girls Just Wanna Relax Package
About the offer/property: Tucked along the banks of Oak Creek and framed by Sedona’s iconic red rocks, Amara Resort and Spa offers a serene yet social retreat in the heart of Uptown. The Girls Just Wanna Relax Package is designed for effortless indulgence, featuring a $50 daily resort credit, a curated self-care welcome, a custom cocktail experience with the resort’s mixologist, and a $160 per person spa credit at the award-winning Amara Spa. Guests can balance wellness and leisure with access to the infinity-edge pool and SaltRock Southwest Kitchen’s vibrant, seasonal dining.
Starting rate: Rates vary seasonally, starting from approximately $399 per night
Ambiente in Sedona, Sedona
Name of offer/package: Arizona Resident Rate
About the offer/property: Arizona residents are invited to experience an exclusive escape at Ambiente, North America’s first landscape hotel and the only Two Key MICHELIN hotel in Arizona. The Arizona Resident Rate offers 10% off the Best Available Rate, allowing guests to enjoy luxurious accommodations, breathtaking red rock views and a serene desert retreat designed for ultimate relaxation. As the only adults-only destination in Sedona, the award-winning boutique hotel features 40 freestanding, cube-shaped Atriums and 360-degree views from every angle of the property. Private rooftop decks put the Dark Sky city’s beaming stars on full display. Guests can also indulge in elevated dining at the onsite restaurant, Forty1, unwind at the award-winning Velvet Spa, or explore the many adventures the region has to offer.
Starting rate: $999+
Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock, Sedona
Name of offer/package: Stay Longer On Us + Mom-cation Experiences
About the offer/property: Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock offers a relaxing desert escape with renovated accommodations, a full-service spa, golf and outdoor adventure access. Seasonal offerings include the “Stay Longer On Us” package with 25% off stays of three nights or more, along with limited-time wellness-focused Mom-cation experiences featuring spa and dining credits. Guests can also enjoy dining at ShadowRock Tap + Table and special seasonal events overlooking Sedona’s scenic landscape.
Starting rate: 25% off best available rate for stays of three nights or more; Mom-cation package includes $250 nightly spa credit and $75 nightly dining credit
Valid dates: Stay Longer On Us offer bookable May 14 through Sept. 1, 2026, for stays June 14 through Sept. 6, 2026; Mom-cation package valid for stays May 1 through May 31, 2026, with a two-night minimum stay; Additional restrictions and availability may apply
L’Auberge de Sedona, Sedona
Name of offer/package: Summer staycation + 2026 Women’s Retreat Series
About the offer/property: L’Auberge de Sedona is a luxury creekside resort in Sedona known for its serene setting, holistic wellness programming and nature-inspired spa experiences at L’Apothecary Spa. Guests can enjoy offerings like Human Design readings, cacao ceremonies and healing-focused treatments while surrounded by the region’s renowned red rock landscape. New for 2026, the property is partnering with Light House on a Women’s Retreat Series featuring immersive multi-day experiences centered on renewal, connection and personal growth.
Valid dates: The Art of Becoming: A Return to Self, Shaped by Nature | June 4–7, 2026; Align: A Sedona Retreat for Clarity and Realignment | November 19–22, 2026
Sky Rock Sedona, Sedona
Name of offer/package: Vortex & Chill Package
About the offer/property: Perfectly positioned between earth and sky, Sky Rock Sedona offers unparalleled access to the region’s iconic red rock landscapes, making it an ideal summer retreat. Sky Rock Sedona’s ‘Vortex & Chill’ package offers locals 20% the best available rate, $75 pool bar credit, which can also be used towards a floating sound bath experience (select days only), a Sky Rock tote bag with aloe vera and coconut water, and complimentary parking.
Starting rate: Average high-season rate, $359; Average summer rate, $195
Valid dates: Available to book June 1
Tucson
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa, Tucson
Name of offer/package: Spa Retreat
About the offer/property: Stay at JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa before July 10, 2026 and you can book our Spa Retreat package, which includes: Overnight accommodations in a room type of your choice and two spa treatments per night: choose from either the Hashani Facial or a Hashani Signature Massage ($50 in resort credit per night). In the summer, don’t miss “Movies Under the Stars” on the resort’s Starr Canyon Lazy River every Friday night at 8 pm.
Starting rate: Summer rates (the lowest of the year) are from $273/night
Valid dates: Spa package dates are April 23 – July 10, 2026
Book: If booking the spa package, use promotional code: SPA
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, Tucson
Name of offer/package: Desert Days, Starry Nights
About the offer/property: Make the most of summer in the Southwest with a staycation at the recently renovated Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, Arizona. The resort features its own private waterfall, newly modernized guestrooms with scenic mountain and skyline views, two swimming pools, including an adult-only pool and grotto-style hot tub, a refreshed spa, five dining outlets, including a reimagined Flying V Restaurant, tennis and pickleball courts and access to two Tom Fazio-designed golf courses. Guests can enjoy a roster of complimentary daily activities during their stay, including stargazing, guided hikes, birdwatching and much more. With the Desert Days & Starry Nights offer, guests will receive a $50 nightly resort credit, complimentary valet parking and late check-out all summer long.
Valid dates: Through December 31, 2026
Miraval Arizona, Tucson
Name of offer/package: Enhanced Spa Package
About the offer/property: The Enhanced Spa Package is designed to showcase the resort’s newly reimagined Life In Balance Spa. As part of the resort’s 30th anniversary, the refreshed space now features upgraded wellness amenities, including a cold plunge, hot tub, hybrid saunas, and steam rooms, alongside serene outdoor enhancements like updated yurts and refreshed landscaping. Whether opting for a full overnight reset or simply a day of indulgence, Arizona locals can tap into Miraval’s signature blend of mindfulness and luxury in an elevated, newly unveiled setting.
Starting rate: Enhanced Spa Package, featuring $275 nightly resort credits, full access to resort and Life in Balance Spa amenities, nourishing meals and snacks served throughout the day, unlimited access to activities and more
Tanque Verde Ranch, Tucson
Name of offer/package: The All-Inclusive Summer Getaway. This signature offering streamlines the guest experience by including all supervised activities, three hearty meals daily, and ranch lodging in a single rate.
About the offer/property: Tanque Verde Ranch offers a cool take on the desert summer with sunrise horseback rides, mountain biking, and a refreshing hilltop pool overlooking the Rincon Mountains. Guests can enjoy unique seasonal programming like prickly pear harvesting and Cowboy Cookouts, alongside a sophisticated dining program that highlights local Arizona flavors.
Starting rate: Rates start at $235/night (inclusive of meals and activities)
Valid dates: Available throughout the 2026 summer season
The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa, Tucson
Name of offer/package: Summer Splash Package
About the offer/property: The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa offers a refined desert escape set against the scenic Santa Catalina Mountains, featuring five sparkling pools, a 177-foot waterslide, private cabanas, and both family-friendly and adults-only spaces. The “Summer Splash” offer invites guests to enjoy 20% off nightly rates when booked at least 10 days in advance, making it the perfect opportunity for a sun-soaked getaway. Beyond the pools, guests can indulge in elevated dining at La Luz, unwind at La Paloma Spa & Salon, tee off on the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, or explore nearby Saguaro National Park.
Starting Rate: Average high-season rate, $456/night; Summer rate $249/night
Valid dates: Sunday, May 17 – Thursday, September 3 (Sunday- Thursday only, based on availability), Offer Ends: Monday, August 24, 2026
Book, use promo code D60 applied at checkout
Williams
Trailborn Grand Canyon, Williams
Name of offer/package: $166 Kicks on Route 66
About the offer/property: Celebrate the centennial of Route 66 at Trailborn Grand Canyon, a design-forward hotel in Williams, Arizona, the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon.” Using code ROUTE66, guests can enjoy breakfast for two and a special nightly rate of $166, all while staying steps from the Grand Canyon Railway and within easy reach of the South Rim. Standout amenities include Camp Hall, a lively gathering space for games and events, and Miss Kitty’s, a reimagined Southwest steakhouse.
Starting rate: $166
Valid dates: Sunday-Thursday nights through the end of 2026
Under Canvas Grand Canyon, Williams
Name of offer/package: Arizonans: Save On Your Grand Canyon Stay
About the offer/property: Take a trip to one of the world’s first DarkSky resorts, Under Canvas Grand Canyon. Think sleeping beneath expansive, star-filled skies in a Stargazer Tent, alongside celestial-inspired dining, star parties, and more, with an exclusive perk for locals: Arizona residents can enjoy 20% off upscale outdoor stays at the Grand Canyon location throughout 2026 by using code LOCAL20 at booking and presenting a valid state ID upon arrival.
Starting rate: Average high-season rate, $237; Average summer rate, $179
Valid dates: New 2026 bookings only
