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    The Phoenician Spa

    4.0 (108 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

    By appointment only

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    Therapeutic massage

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    Spa entrance
    Stacie A.

    I had the loveliest, most relaxing experience at the Phonecian spa! For starters, the staff is so sweet and attentive. They answered all of my questions at check-in and my masseuse was so attentive (but not chatty!). My favorite was the quiet room. I could basically have stayed there all day munching on the free snacks and sipping spa water. You get all day access to the spa so I left to do some shopping and then came back for a swim! They lose a couple of points for the price. While my massage and the facilities were great, the price point was a bit higher than other 5-star resorts I've visited. And as others have mentioned, gratuity is automatically included. Also, the dining/pool area was a bit understaffed so it was difficult for the waitress to attend to everyone. Despite the few negatives, I had an AMAZING time and will definitely return for another spa day!

    Dry sauna
    Mark G.

    Great spa at The Phoenician. We were fortunate to join before check in. They welcomed us and we started with lunch. Lunch was excellent. Spa rooms are gender separated and good. They have a private pool for people receiving spa services that you can use all day on the day of your appointment. Massages were relaxing. You're paying hotel prices, beware. Otherwise, great. Couples massages were great and we do appreciate them letting us in before we "were there". We didn't need it, but they offered a space to store luggage while waiting to check in. No reservations. Drop in.

    Whipped feta with veggies and chickpea quinoa bowl.  All delicious!!
    Mansi S.

    We had a wonderful spa day that left us feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. All of the staff is amazing- from the front desk to the ladies locker room attendants to the massage therapists. The outdoor pool needs more than 1 person for ordering food/drinks (she was great and handling it well) The food and drinks at the pool were great. Food was fresh and tasty. I tried a quinoa chickpea bowl with olives and onions added. We also tried the whipped feta with veggies. The pita bread came out warm and fluffy. The amenities are on par with similar spas in the area. The quiet room is my favorite- allowed for ultimate relaxation after my massage. I enjoyed the tea and snacks as well. My massage was wonderful. I explained some precautions and the level of intensity I wanted and she knocked it out of the park. I will be back soon and am happy to recommend this place to family and friends for a special day!

    Ta'keisha R.

    OMG, what an experience. Luxury from the moment I walked through the doors. Kim greeted me right away, brought me water and called for my attendant. Kim also called me when they found my AirPods! I went early to enjoy the spa before my massage, which felt amazing. I absolutely loved the quiet area. The hot tub wasn't working which was totally fine. They have everything you need, slippers, sun screen and everything else. I had a few drinks that were really tasty. I can't wait to go back. Great start to my 45th bday. Xoxo Violet

    Shrimp kabobs at the pool. To die for!!!

    This is the best spa in the valley. From the check in greeting to the quality, cleanliness, and aura of the amenities it is fabulous. Everything is so elevated and clean. The showers make you feel brand new and the rooftop pool is secluded and peaceful. I got the shrimp kabobs at the rooftop and it was so incredible I booked another service to come back the next day! My only add is that the services themselves could use improvement. I had a massage yesterday where my therapist spent 7 min of my 50 min explaining to me the massage and talking to me rather than providing me with my service. While I very directly asked for deep tissue, she refused saying that is not what I needed. I tried several times to politely redirect Ms.Annette ( my masseuse) and express that that is what I would like, but ultimately I felt uncomfortable and unable to advocate for myself in this vulnerable space. She took it upon herself to do what she thought I needed rather than what I asked for and expressed I wanted. This was frustrating. My nail tech for my pedicure, Nora, also started 6 min late for my pedicure despite no one else being in the salon. This normally would be no issue for me ( I am at a spa after all!) but it is frustrating that the scheduled end of the service is not adjusted to align with the providers tardiness. Finally, the spa attendants in the bathroom area(s) could not be any friendlier or more helpful. One even brought me water while I was getting ready. It's the little things! I love coming here for the amenities, pool, and food, but I am tempted and would recommend to go otherwhere for better quality services ( massage and pedicure) where providers are excited/ agreeable to align with client direction and requests

    Beauty supplies
    Melissa D.

    This place is great but needs to level up the amenities to justify the cost. The entrance & magnitude of the huge entrance door is impressive. The lobby is simple clean and grand all @ once. The receptionist who welcomed us was very polite and professional when she checked us in & confirmed our appts. My husband & I were escorted in different directions by our spa hosts to our perspective spa areas. The amenities and products offered are the standard run of the mill spa quality. SPF 30 sunscreen, body lotion, hair spray, spray deodorant, shaving cream, razors, mouthwash, toothbrush & toothpaste upon request, disposable hair brush, blow dryer's & curling irons, shampoo, conditioner & body wash. Snacks included chocolate covered cherries & coconut in addition to trail mix. I would have preferred fresh fruit myself. Cucumber or coconut flavored water and hot tea were available throughout the spa as well. There were 2 coed areas to relax with your spouse if you wanted to before or after your massage. Hot sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and private roof top pool were available as well. There's a private Techno Gym available to spa guests only. Not a soul was there when I went in to check it out. Seems kind of a waste since the hotel gym offers a huge variety of machines and equipment. The spa attendants were attentive and very kind which helped make the experience very enjoyable. The lounge chairs are worn out as are the robes. I wouldn't even mention it but if you're going to pay $290 (with 20% auto gratuity) for a 50 min massage, the amenities had better blow my mind. That's the reason I can't give this spa 5 stars. Everything looked and felt outdated. Simply upgrading the blow dryers would elevate the value. Now for the best part, my massage. Roberto my therapist gave me a heavenly massage. From start to finish he made sure I was comfortable and didn't put the hurt on me like most massage therapist do even when I specify not to much pressure. I'm wimpy when it comes to deep tissue. He gave me just the right amount of pressure and it was a very relaxing massage. Bottom line, if Phoennician Spa is going to continue to charge these high end rates, some upgrades need to be part of the future. Let's be honest, the Spa is what's carrying the hotel these days. The Phoennician hotel is in desperate need of a refresh. That's not a reflection of the service or food in restaurants.

    Inside looking down from second story
    Shawn V.

    Their spa was absolutely stunning when walking in and their service was impeccable. The steam room was a great starter and was very well kept and felt great before a massage. It worked at clearing out sinuses and loosening up the muscles for an upcoming massage. They also have a sauna room which look great but skipped that and did a quick shower which felt great to freshen up before the massage. Desirae was my masseuse and she was very calming and did a great deep tissue massage with essential oils that were heated and felt amazing. Afterwards, I utilized their large hot tub area to rest and relax the muscles and that was amazing! It allowed yo to relax while overlooking the beautiful Camelback Mountains! Just amazing scenery after a great massage, makes this a great destination. I wish they had a cold plunge station and the waiting room was super crowded while awaiting the massage time. Other than those two concerns, this place still deserves the highest 5 stars.

    The relaxation room at the end of the treatments.
    Kiki C.

    Phenomenal day at the spa! Absolute tranquility with superb service. We received the Himalayan Salt Stone massage and Luxury Facials. The ambiance was calming and welcoming. It was a perfect weather day to spend at the roof top pool and restaurant.

    Apple cider
    Addy G.

    It had been a few years, but I was coming up on a big birthday and wanted to treat myself to a beautiful, relaxing spa experience. I went back to the Phonecian I was able to book an appointment for a massage easily, over the phone. Upon arrival, spa parking is available at no cost in a garage right next to the front entrance. I was greeted so warmly by the staff and they were able to get me checked in at around 10 AM which was a few hours before my massage appointment. I gave myself enough time to enjoy the spa amenities. I've been to many spas in my life, and this has some of the best amenities I've ever experienced. The locker room is kind of small and very busy and crowded so I tried my best to get in and out of there as quickly as possible. There are snacks and beverages provided at no cost. Steam room, sauna, indoor whirlpool with a beautiful view of the mountains. If you go upstairs, you can enjoy a private, rooftop pool with a full menu, cabanas, daybeds, and chairs. Again, tucked into the mountains and nestled right into the beautiful nature of Phoenix. It's very relaxing. I swam for about a half hour and enjoyed a fruit bowl that was delicious. Great service, great quality of food and great menu options. I had Veronica as my massage therapist. She was so sweet. Although it was a custom massage, she really worked into some deep tissue therapy, which is exactly what I needed. She's very strong. She got me some sparkling apple cider and a champagne flute for my birthday since I don't drink alcohol. She was incredible, Ask For Veronica! Overall, I had such a beautiful experience here. I felt so relaxed and peaceful when I left. Altogether I spent about four hours here and it was the perfect amount of time without feeling rushed. I took a great shower and used all of their toiletries. Shower pressure is an A+! My hair felt so nice after. I'm already trying to plan another visit! What is my next, special occasion again?

    Spicy skinny margarita! Delicious!
    Sylvia C.

    This was one of my favorite spas here in the Valley. However, I will say I was disappointed with the food this time! I got the lamb gyro after two or three bites I couldn't finish it. Also, they only have two servers at the pool. For these prices, they should have more people waiting on you. Several of the guests complained about taking a long time to get a cocktail in our service. My massage was pretty good though. Gary was my masseuse and he did a pretty good job. I am used to a more relaxing massage, but this one was good for my circulation. However, Gary didn't give me a cushion when I was faced down as a result my left foot which I have had problems with due to bone spurs in my big toe, ended up in some pain. I had to ask for the cushion to be placed under my feet so that was a little disappointing. The other thing about the massage which may sound strange, but Gary was breathing rather hard. It was a little bit of a distraction to hear the masseuse breathing so hard. Also on the form that I filled out before the appointment I put on there that I wanted a scalp massage. That did not happen so I was a little disappointed with that! The steam room was wonderful and the pool was refreshing. However, the Jacuzzi was not hot enough to me. For these prices, everything should be absolutely outstanding! I got the fire and ice massage with a $40 facial enhancement. With the tip, my bill was $396. Again, I'm not sure that the spa lived up to my previous time when I was there. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience. My girlfriend and I did have a good time, but it could've been better!

    Salmon kabob with pita bread, yogurt, cucumber salad and salsa
    Quan D.

    I have only gone to a handful of spas in my life but this one was by far the best!!! From beginning to end, it was an amazing experience. If you are visiting from out of town like we did, I recommend booking the treatment you want in advance. We booked a couple weeks before and not sure if it's always busy or if it was because it was Thanksgiving week, a lot of the days and time slots were already filled out 2 weeks out. The staff at the spa was superb from the front desk, the spa attendant that walked us through the facilities, and the massage therapist. One thing that I wasn't aware of at time of booking was that you have access to the spa facilities the whole day on the day of treatment. I got a call from the spa a couple days before the appointment for confirmation of the treatment and was told we had access to the spa facilities all day which I really appreciated. We booked at 11am and came well before our appointment and stayed a bit after our treatment as well. We went up to the pool level after our treatment and got lunch there. There is a nice pool and lounge chairs but it was a bit windy that day so we opted to dine inside and had great service there as well. They have everything there you need: locker, sandals, robe, showers, razors, lotion, comb, hair brush, hair dryer. I love they have a steam room, dry sauna and a large hot tub in both the women and men's room. They also have complimentary water and snacks you can get: chocolate covered coconut, nut mix, and chocolate covered cherries. The only thing I would recommend they do is for the quiet room, there is tea you can get but the hot water is in a portal tea kettle that you may have to heat up that is a bit noisy and not the best place for the quiet/relaxation room downstairs. They should probably move the tea to the area right outside of the quiet room. I felt awkward making noise in the quiet room even though there was only one other person in that room at the time. I didn't take any pictures of the areas where they indicated that no cell phones were allowed which I wanted to respect. I'm looking forward to coming here again next time we are in Scottsdale.

    Entrance
    Alicia M.

    I wanted to book a couple of spa services for me and my mom and The Phoenician had some of the best reviews. This place gets booked really fast but I was able to find something that worked for us. Upon arrival, we navigated to a free parking garage and made a short walk to the spa. We were the first to arrive but before we were called for our 1st service, the waiting area was full! We both had the Fire and Ice Massage and a Facial. My massage was fine but it wasn't special considering the price that I paid. My mom really enjoyed hers. For the facials, I really enjoyed mine but my mom not so much. Overall it was an okay experience but I think there's better bang for my buck elsewhere.

    Rooftop pool lounge area with view of camelback mountain
    Kelly L.

    Came here for my bday weekend and had a great time. Had the fire and ice massage and my masseuse was wonderful. She did such a lovely job and I was so relaxed afterwards. They have a relaxation room downstairs near the treatment rooms and upstairs you have the lockers, bathrooms, showers, sauna, steam room, and hot tub. On the rooftop level are the pool restaurant and outdoor pool. Service at the spa was great. One thing I will say is that it can get a bit crowded in there, we avoided some of the amenities at first because there were too many people, wish they booked less appointments so it wouldn't be so crowded. Overall would definitely come back for a special occasion again, pricey $$$ but worth it. You also have access to fitness classes and their gym the day of your appointment so take advantage of those! We came on a cloudy colder day so only stayed at the pool for a short time.

    Entrance lobby area of the spa!

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    Ask the Community - The Phoenician Spa

    Do they offer couples massages?

    Is there any kind of cold plunge/cold shower area?

    The Well & Being Spa at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess has a cold plunge pool.

    I can't see the price for the services like an hour massage?

    They don't have the prices listed anywhere, you need to call. I know they are quite expensive but the amenities are amazing.

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    The single gender area has a large hot tub, and large sauna and steam, plus showers, toilets and product galore.

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    2.1 mi
    $$$

    I really wanted to do the Hammam ritual here so I saved up for a long time. I enjoyed it and felt…read moregreat when it was done but I feel like it wasn't thoughtfully crafted and probably only worth about half of what they charged. The first part is to go into what they call a private warming Hammam room, but the warming room is actually not private and is open to everyone using the sauna. There is a private treatment room, and I think this is really what you are paying a small fortune for--to lie down on a 200-year-old authentic Cherrywood Hammam table for an exfoliation scrub. The table itself is beautiful but not very comfortable--it's high up, so hard to get onto, and--like all wood tables--is very hard. Next you are supposed to go through a self-guided journey through the steam, sauna, whirlpool, warming room again, and cold deluge. They have a recommended circuit but there is no way to actually follow the times on it because you only have 25 minutes (and it took me 5 to get my swimsuit back on). I think I was expecting to be able to spend this time focusing on the experience, but it felt more like I was rushing through the steps in time while hanging out in the spa with everyone else, trying to run through all of the steps in time. Finally, the website says this ends with a massage with CBD or arnica oil. This is in a separate room and on a regular and more comfortable table. Mine was just a regular massage, no oils, though I got to choose between lavender and eucalyptus scents. They do have fun add-ons, like shea butter or cupping or hot stones, but those don't add additional time, so you're paying extra to have a massage take less time so they can add on the other thing you paid for. But if you go during your birthday month you get a free add-on. Anyway, my massage therapist was really good but not $580 good.(I don't know if anyone could be!) There are a lot of spas hat are supposed to be for intentional purposes--like a place to put a rock selected for its qualities, or you can put your hand on an enormous crystal imported from Brazil. But they kind of rush you through this part and it doesn't really seem to be designed with care. For example, there is a fountain outside to put the rock that you see before you even receive a rock. It's not clear that you're supposed to pick it up on the way out. There is no clock in the room where you wait for your appointment. The hooks to hang your robe or towel are and there aren't enough hooks for the number of people. Etc. Overall I think $580 is way overpriced for what is offered, which is basically a scrub and massage and the same spa amenities as everyone else. I was also disappointed by the snack selection--they just had trail mix and dried mangos. I guess I am spoiled because I've been to Aji Spa, which has the most amazing selection of snacks and you can get a wrap and massage for roughly half the price. And it's really somewhere you want to hang out at all day. The food menu on the website is also out of date--I'd decided what I wanted to order ahead of time but it wasn't available. So overall I felt like this ritual didn't have the attention and care I would expect for something this expensive. I am glad I treated myself to this experience but would not do it again.

    Went for a massage with Lollie. She was great and really worked on my tight areas…read more The spa is large with steam rooms, jacuzzi, cold drench, sauna and lots of relaxation areas. They also have a pool but it was too hot to enjoy that. I'd go back in a heart beat

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    Sanctuary Spa

    3.7(135 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$$

    You cannot beat the premium location Sanctuary Spa snagged, perched high on Camelback Mt. It's such…read morea gorgeous locale. It's just a shame that the resort gave them such a small space to work with which I think detracts from the experience. Everything here is beautiful , but on a small, cramped scale. They only have a steam room, quiet room and small whirlpool to take advantage of in the building. Outside of the spa, you can use the pool, lap pool and fitness studio but I've never enjoyed the small feel of the main spa. But on to their good points. When you park your car, head toward the tennis courts and you'll see the signs pointing up to the spa. Everyone on staff here is very welcoming. A special shoutout to Maria (the spa attendant) for being extra helpful, sweet and going out of her way to make me feel important. She deserves a raise. The front desk does add a 20% gratuity upfront but makes it clear that you can adjust that either way. I've been seeing my massage therapist Erin L. for decades. She is an amazing person and gives wonderful massages. Five stars or more for her! The spa offers the usual amenities like water, iced tea, and snacks and they stock the changing area with products you might need to get ready after. It might not have as much to offer as the bigger spas but the beautiful location still makes it worth visiting.

    Was my first and last time here - will never go back here. The spa manager, I believe her name was…read moreDanielle, leaves an incredible about to be desired. Jeanette also acted completely inappropriately. Massages were good, but that's it. Spa area is tiny, no sauna, steam room doesn't get hot and the grounds aren't even that nice. I've been to numerous 5-star resorts and spas and this is extremely disappointing on all accounts. Spend your money elsewhere. Highly recommend the Princess. Been there many times and it's amazing!

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    Three women relaxing in co-ed quiet room.

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    Women in robes talking in Zen Garden.

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    The Running Water Spa

    The Running Water Spa

    3.5(57 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    We've visited Running Water Spa a couple of times now. It's not what I'd consider a high-end spa,…read morebut it's still a relaxing and enjoyable space with nice amenities to use after your treatments. Both times, my boyfriend and I booked massages. After checking in, you're guided downstairs to the locker rooms where you're given an assigned key, robe, and slippers to get comfortable. The quiet waiting area before your service sets a calm tone, and each therapist we've had has been friendly and experienced. After your spa services, you're welcome to spend the rest of the day enjoying the pool and hot tub area. The space is a little outdated, but still peaceful. Both visits happened to fall on BINGO days by the pool, which was surprisingly fun--I even won a few prizes! There's a poolside bar, though no one has been outside either time to take orders. You can order directly at the window or head inside to a small bar and seating area. The same employee bartends and handles food service for both areas, so orders can take a bit longer--but they do their best, and the drinks are inexpensive and good. Overall, we've enjoyed both visits. While the pricing is comparable to some newer or more polished spas, this one makes up for it with its laid-back vibe and generous amenities. If you're after a luxury aesthetic, this might not be your place--but if you want a relaxing day with cheap poolside drinks and no rush, this is definitely a great spot to unwind.

    We visited the running water spa over the weekend for my mom's birthday as a group. We booked 2…read morefacials and 2 massages. Although it is not a nice as some other spas i've been to in Scottsdale, they do have a nice locker room and relaxation area. I was expecting there to be a sauna and steam room as well, but we couldn't find them and we weren't shown where they were. That was a little disappointing. The pool area was nice and clean, and we enjoyed getting drinks from the bar area, although I was expecting there to be a bartender walking around offering drinks but they do not do that there. The main reason I wanted to leave a review was because of services we received. As a group we felt like none of our therapists/estheticians used enough pressure and even when asked to use more, they did not. For my treatment, my provider did not explain any of the products she was using, nor did she ask what areas I wanted to be massaged during my treatment. I would have preferred a neck and shoulder massage but she massaged my feet without asking. Overall, I expect a facial to include a good amount of facial massage and pressure and unfortunately I didn't get either. I am definitely dissatisfied and regret spending the money. My esthetician was very nice and informative when it came to my at home routine, though! We will definitely not return in the future and we will frequent spas that we had a better experience at. It's a shame, we were really looking forward to this!

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