Hotels in Carefree

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Top 5 hotels in Carefree at a glance

  1. 1. Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton — 5-star hotel in Pinnacle Peak. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.
  2. 2. CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa — 4.5-star hotel in Carefree. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
  3. 3. Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort — 4-star hotel in North Phoenix. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.
  4. 4. Prickly Pear Inn — 3.5-star hotel in Downtown Cave Creek. Guest rating: 9.8/10 — Exceptional.
  5. 5. Villas of Cave Creek — 3-star hotel in Cave Creek. Guest rating: 9.6/10 — Exceptional.

Where to stay in Carefree?

1. Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton

Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton
Pinnacle Peak
$139
$204 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa

CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa
Carefree
CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa

3. Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
North Phoenix
$106
$164 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

4. Prickly Pear Inn

Prickly Pear Inn
Downtown Cave Creek
$194
$228 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Prickly Pear Inn

5. Villas of Cave Creek

Villas of Cave Creek
Cave Creek
Villas of Cave Creek

6. Hilton Vacation Club Rancho Manana Phoenix/Cave Creek

Hilton Vacation Club Rancho Manana Phoenix/Cave Creek
Cave Creek
$114
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hilton Vacation Club Rancho Manana Phoenix/Cave Creek

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Carefree

Hampton Inn by Hilton Carefree
Carefree
$106
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Hampton Inn by Hilton Carefree

8. Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort
Scottsdale
$127
$173 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Talking Stick Resort

9. Spur Cross Inn

Spur Cross Inn
Cave Creek
Spur Cross Inn

10. Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Camelback East
$95
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak

11. Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas by IHG

Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas by IHG
Paradise Valley
$126
$194 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas by IHG

12. Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Pinnacle Peak
$335
$444 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

13. Scottsdale Parkview Hotel

Scottsdale Parkview Hotel
Scottsdale
$84
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Scottsdale Parkview Hotel

14. Hotel Valley Ho

Hotel Valley Ho
Old Town
$132
$150 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Hotel Valley Ho

15. JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
North Phoenix
$202
$296 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

16. Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
South Mountain
$94
$197 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa

17. Great Wolf Lodge Arizona

Great Wolf Lodge Arizona
Scottsdale
$179
$209 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Great Wolf Lodge Arizona

18. Hilton Vacation Club Scottsdale Links Resort

Hilton Vacation Club Scottsdale Links Resort
Scottsdale Links
$89
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Hilton Vacation Club Scottsdale Links Resort

19. ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection

ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection
Scottsdale
$111
$167 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection
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Top neighborhoods in Carefree

Velvet Shadows

Velvet Shadows serves up pure desert luxury with a side of blessed quiet. Golf enthusiasts can bounce between Legend Trail and Desert Forest clubs while nature lovers explore Carefree Desert Gardens' otherworldly cacti collection. The neighborhood sits just far enough from Phoenix's buzz to feel like your own private Arizona retreat, complete with mountain panoramas that'll make your Instagram followers weep. Getting around requires wheels—this is car country through and through. When hunger strikes, you'll need to venture to nearby Carefree or Scottsdale for upscale Southwestern dining. Accommodations lean toward luxury vacation rentals with private pools where you can float under impossibly starry skies.

Carefree Rolling Hills

Golf enthusiasts and desert lovers will feel right at home in Carefree Rolling Hills. The neighborhood sits among world-class courses like Legend Trail and Desert Forest Golf Club. Quiet streets wind through stunning Sonoran Desert landscapes where luxury homes blend seamlessly with saguaro-dotted terrain. Nearby Carefree Desert Gardens offers a peaceful retreat with its iconic sundial. Getting around requires a car, but the drive is worth it for the serenity you'll find. Upscale vacation rentals with private pools dominate the accommodation scene. For dining and shopping, venture to nearby Carefree or Cave Creek where Southwestern cuisine and boutique stores await.

Carefree Fore

Desert luxury meets outdoor adventure in Carefree Fore. Golfers will fall in love with the pristine courses while nature enthusiasts can explore the botanical gardens and desert trails. The neighborhood's earth-tone homes blend seamlessly with the Sonoran landscape, creating a peaceful retreat from busy tourist spots. Getting around requires a car, but the wide, uncrowded streets make for pleasant evening strolls under starry skies. Accommodations lean toward upscale vacation rentals with private pools, though you'll need to venture to nearby Carefree town center for dining and shopping experiences.

Leigh Estates

Leigh Estates welcomes you to desert luxury without the fuss. This peaceful Carefree neighborhood offers spectacular mountain views and access to outdoor adventures without urban noise. Explore the unique Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial, hit the links at Desert Forest Golf Club, or hike Black Mountain Trail for stunning vistas. Getting around requires wheels—rent a car to visit nearby attractions like Cave Creek Museum or Rancho Manana Golf Club. Accommodations feature high-end vacation rentals with private pools and desert landscaping. While dining and shopping means a short drive to Carefree or Scottsdale, the trade-off is starry skies and desert tranquility.

Top landmarks in Carefree

Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial

9.4/10 (31 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial— just one of the monuments in central Carefree.
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Learn more about Carefree

Beneath the desert sun, Carefree lives up to its name with a whimsical 35-foot sundial marking time in the heart of town. The Carefree Desert Gardens showcase stunning native plants thriving in this arid landscape. Quirky outdoor art installations appear around corners like pleasant surprises. Golf enthusiasts can tee off at Desert Forest Golf Club or nearby Boulders, where massive rock formations create natural hazards. Luxurious spa resorts offer treatments incorporating desert botanicals. The town's small size belies its cultural offerings, with art galleries and boutiques lining easy-to-navigate streets. Come evening, restaurants with patio seating offer front-row views of those famous Arizona sunsets painting the mountains in impossible colors.

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A winding road through a mountainous landscape with sparse vegetation and rocky terrain.

Check out reviews of Carefree hotels guests love

Great Wolf Lodge Arizona

Great Wolf Lodge Arizona

10/10 Excellent
"Everything"
Jessica 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Great Wolf Lodge Arizona
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Scottsdale Resort by IHG

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Scottsdale Resort by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay. My family had a great time there for a week. The place was clean and quiet which is a plus. Kids loved the pool and waterslide. Will definitely be staying again."
Jonathan 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Scottsdale Resort by IHG
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak

Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak

8/10 Good
"Clean room great staff, excellent amenities. We enjoyed our stay and will come back."
Rosalyn 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix North/Happy Valley

Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix North/Happy Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Clean"
Jerold 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix North/Happy Valley
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great"
Larry 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
 Studio 6 Deer Valley

Studio 6 Deer Valley

10/10 Excellent
"The staff are pretty awesome there just a lot of riff raff running around there. But love the place"
christopher 5-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Studio 6 Deer Valley
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

8/10 Good
"Very nice!!"
Ronna 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Carefree?
Can I book a refundable hotel in Carefree?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Carefree, most properties provide refundable* bookable rates. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Carefree if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 20 vacation homes. You also might want to book one of 11 condos for your trip.
What will the weather in Carefree be like during my vacation?
July and August are typically the warmest months in Carefree when the average temp is 88°F. January and December are the coldest months when the average temperature is 54°F. July and December are the months with the most rain.
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