Originally Posted by
xray
I stayed in a Mountain Vista suite at Sanctuary on Camelback March 2007. The room was very spacious with modern decor. I would go with a Spa Suite next time. The food is excellent. elements is the restaurant and each meal was delicious and well-presented. The chef Beau McMillan was on Iron Chef America and is also Wayne Gretzky's personal chef (whatever that means)... Spa was also well-appointed with excellent services. Resort staff is a bit young so service is not super stellar but still courteous and professional. The resort is fairly compact compared to the larger Phoenix/Scottsdale megaresorts. The pool area is very nice but can get quite crowded as they sell memberships to the surrounding residents.
Overall, a nice option in Phoenix/Scottsdale.
I agree with this. Sanctuary is a lovely resort with excellent food. The only negative is the bathrooms are a bit small and basic, although the size of the suites themselves is very good - I like the log fire especially.
The other option not mentioned is Royal Palms Resort & Spa in Phoenix which is a truly idyllic place and of a much higher standard than Enchantment and Sanctuary. T Cooks, their restaurant, is probably the best in the entire State.