Havens for Renewal in The Sonoran Desert

• Castle Hot Springs | Morristown, AZ: 

  • A must-visit adults-only sanctuary for luxury seekers seeking holistic rejuvenation through the ultimate digital detox with water-centric offerings, all of which are thoughtfully designed to recharge and restore. Nestled in the Bradshaw Mountains, the award-winning 1,100-acre 31-room desert oasis blends intention-led programming with an all-inclusive approach that extends beyond the spa to deliver nature-driven relaxation. Guests can soak in mineral-rich hot springs, indulge in thermal-inspired rituals and signature spa treatments, or participate in wellness-forward activities including Paddle Board Yoga, Watsu therapy, and Table Thai Yoga.

    
    

  • For further self-care, the Connecting with Water Tour highlights the springs’ healing properties and geology, while the Wellness Through Water experience is designed to promote mindfulness, movement, and connection. This fall also introduces upgraded Premium Sky View Cabins with private cedar soaking tubs, fire pits, and seating areas, along with Top of the Lodge, a new 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom suite with sweeping views, a wraparound deck, and versatile gathering spaces that elevate group getaways into shared moments of renewal and memory-making while immersed in the resort’s restorative spirit. 

    

    
    

• Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia | Scottsdale, Arizona:

  • A transportive family-friendly desert retreat at the base of Camelback Mountain blending Andalusian architecture and Moroccan charm, featuring fire-lit tapas bars, award-winning dining, and the acclaimed Joya Spa, a 31,000-square-foot wellness sanctuary and home to Scottsdale’s only traditional Hammam treatment spa. The resort also features three palm-lined pools and four distinct dining destinations, including the acclaimed Prado, each designed to nourish the senses and encourage relaxation, from mindful meals to tranquil swims beneath desert skies. 

    
    

  • Guests can further unwind with restorative spa treatments, mindfulness rituals, an exclusive poolside wellness menu, hot-and-cold bathing rituals, couples’ massages, meditative experiences, and seasonal menus designed to nourish the body and soul, all set against a backdrop of courtyards and mountain views. Meanwhile, kids enjoy a lively introduction to culinary creativity through the Omni Junior Chefs program, allowing the desert to serve as both playground and sanctuary, inviting families to reconnect and wellness seekers to embrace self-care.