America's Top Resort Nestled among 12-million-year-old boulders in the scenic desert foothills near Scottsdale, AZ, The Boulders Resort and Golden Door ® Spa has been named America's Top Resort for 14 consecutive years — and is one of the country's most prestigious resort destinations.  Imagine awakening in an adobe casita that offers an enchanting desert view of towering saguaro cacti, ancient boulders, coyote, deer and jackrabbits. Sip your morning coffee in a pampered comfort and enjoy thoughtful touches such as overstuffed leather chairs, fine Native American art, hand-hewn wood beams and an aromatic wood-burning fireplace.  The Boulders is a nature lover’s dream and outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Just a few of the many activities to enjoy include tennis, swimming, hiking and horseback riding — as well as exceptional golfing on our 36-hole, Jay Morrish championship course. The resort also features its own festival market, with galleries, cafés and Native American art museum. Celebrate a spectacular Sonoran sunset with a romantic dinner at our elegant Latilla restaurant, or explore the desert nightlife with in a special tour featuring night vision gear. The world-class Golden Door® Spa.  Restore your body and mind at The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa. Our 33,000-square-foot Carefree spa resort offers stimulating revitalization through the art of massage, therapeutic baths, and refreshing treatments. Before and after your treatment, unwind in men's and women's locker rooms that instill a heightened sense of peace … complete with steam rooms, saunas, and the O'furo, a traditional Japanese bath. Other signature elements include the meditation labyrinth, a circular tea room with vibrant desert vistas, and a heated swimming pool nestled against ancient boulders. This luxurious Carefree Arizona spa offers everything you need for soul-stirring renewal, including • 33,000-square-foot spa, with 24 treatment spaces • Movement studio, providing Pilates, Yoga, and Tai Chi classes, for all levels • The Labyrinth, a path to tranquility inspired by ancient Hopi medicine wheels  • The Watsu, offering an underwater "back-to-the-womb" experience • Private locker rooms, featuring steam rooms, saunas, and Japanese baths • Golden Door café and tea room, overlooking the desert, serving light fare • Swimming pool, with heated whirlpool • Beauty Salon, providing the full menu of salon services • Health, lifestyle, and fitness classes  • Body therapy and deep massages • Native American wraps and therapies  • Personal training  • Hiking and rock climbing tours

The Boulders Resort and Golden Door Spa 34631 N Tom Darlington Drive, Carefree, Arizona

 

A Family-Friendly Destination Among Phoenix And Scottsdale Resorts Celebrate a unique Scottsdale spa resort vacation, brimming with authentic Southwestern décor and architecture, limitless recreational activities, and a fantastic array of services and amenities. Away from the commotion and stress of city life - amid plenty of wide, open spaces - you'll have more free time than ever before.  Channel this blissful energy at Carefree Resort & Villas, and enjoy a fantastic array of activities - from The Spa to the Tennis Club. Maintain your workout routine in the state-of-the-art Fitness Center, which boasts floor-to-ceiling windows providing breathtaking views of the mountains and desert landscape.  If you desire thrilling offsite adventure, Carefree is the ideal venue for scenic horseback riding, hiking, camping, and swimming. The Spa According to Native American lore, the Sonoran Desert possesses unique, natural healing powers to restore and balance health. Channel these stimulating powers with a visit to The Spa at Carefree Resort & Villas. Nestled in the foothills of the wondrous Sonoran Desert, with scenic views and pristine surroundings, this unique retreat offers a tranquil Carefree Arizona spa resort getaway. Step inside the boutique atmosphere spa, and indulge in exclusive services for both men and women - a full array of massage therapies, skin care, aromatherapy, nail care, and body treatments, in an attractive Southwestern spa setting with six treatments rooms, a lounge, separate men's and women's locker and steam rooms, and a charming retail area.  Enjoy a full array of day treatments and overnight spa packages. Additional Amenities and Activities Carefree enjoys a central location near the charming towns of Carefree and Cave Creek, which are so small and unique they don't even have stoplights; a whimsical and delightful tourist stop; local attractions include horseback riding, jeep tours, museums, the world's second-largest sundial; 18-hole championship golf course at nearby Legend Trail, designed by Rees Jones; onsite Fitness Center offering Cybex circuit stations, elliptical machines, treadmills, recumbent bicycles, and free weights; two swimming pools, including a dedicated pool for Villa guests; Tennis club with five well-lit tennis courts, professional lessons, and racquet rentals; Desert Glasshopper Studio, a one-of-a-kind, onsite glass studio, with an internationally known glass artist; Botanical Gardens n which to stroll among wildflowers, giant ocotillo, prickly pear cactus, and mountain vistas; onsite saloon, cafe, restaurant, and gift shops; and more.