In resort parlance, Phoenix is a “locals’ market.” Translation: The summer is ours, with smoking staycation deals and tantalizing seasonal programming.
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Arizona Biltmore
There are 95 candles on this legendary resort’s figurative birthday cake this year – all the better to light the stunning upgrades to the property after a $70 million revamp a few years ago. Beeline for the Tierra Luna Spa, which has a live loofah wall, healthy snacks and mocktails, a halotherapy salt room and the chicest spa boutique we’ve ever seen. You’ll want to buy its signature palo santo candle to take the chill vibes home. The Spire Bar – its titular, 30-foot feature is a tribute to architect Frank Lloyd Wright – makes a stunning setting for sunset drinks before smoked Wagyu brisket and charred carrots with coconut milk at Renata’s Hearth.
2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, 602-955-6600, arizonabiltmore.com
High-season rate: $699/night
Summer rate: $299/night
Staycation deal: The 95th Anniversary package includes a cottage suite and history tour for two, $300 food and beverage credit, $300 spa credit, bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne with keepsake container and history book. Request “Celebrate AZB” package or plan code “1929” at booking through December 31. The Hometown Heroes package gives first responders, active and retired military, medical staff and teachers 40 percent off (code “Hometown Heroes” or group code “NE”) through December 31.
