JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa

Customer Ratings & Reviews

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3487 reviews

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  Gorgeous but pool construction/ drilling happening now

  5 stars for the check in staff this morning . They went over and beyond! However JW Marriott should have a warning for people booking rooms they are doing construction at the pool and there is loud drilling noises. I splurged on a room here for the pool and pool bar. It just would’ve been nice to know ahead of time. I understand maintenance needs to get done but just give your guests a heads up before they choose to spend a lot of money for a room, otherwise everything else is five stars! Also, bellhop was five stars.

  Jan 15, 2026
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  Reasonable but expensive and poor attention to detail

  It's a large resort hotel with large resort quality of service and care. They do Ok but it's nothing special. Everything is pretty expensive so prepare for that. Waterpark is really just three slides and a lazy river so don't expect too much. Room cleanliness for our room was terrible. Upon bringing their attention to it it was addressed.

  Jan 02, 2026
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  Very enjoyable stay

  Great resort and looking forward to returning. Stayed over Memorial weekend, it was very busy throughout the resort. We planned ahead and reserved loungers in the adults only pool for two days. Then we realized as part of the Griffin Club we could access the Spa pool, which we did for the rest of our trip. Both pools have different vibes. Spa is secluded and very quiet, what you'd expect for a spa pool. It was a good sized area with food and beverage service. The main pool grounds are large with plenty of pool options and water slides. Even adults should try the slides :) The wrist bands to enter the pool were a little annoying, wish there was another system We stayed in rooms offering the Griffin Club. For us, it was perfect. The club offers light breakfast, lunch, and an appetizer dinner. We appreciated the access to this, canned beverages, and snacks. Typically we rent a car and didn't find it necessary with the club being available. Instead we uber/lyft to dinners off the resort. The service in the GC was another highlight. The garden grounds are beautiful and highly recommend taking a short walk through them, especially if you're there early enough for hummingbird migration. The garden staff does amazing work there! Room was a bit basic, but expected that. Some decks lack privacy, which we didn't realize until too late. The gym is well appointed. Overall, highly recommend the resort.

  Dec 30, 2025
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  Perfect Ending After A Week of Hiking

  Stayed here during Christmas week. Approximately 20 miles from PHX. The location is great – an outdoor shopping mall is across the street, and the area is very walkable. The grounds were immaculate, and the atmosphere was very festive. The J.W. Griffin Club concierge were outstanding, and everyone was genuinely friendly. Despite the large number of guests and visitors for the JW Jingle, the hotel operated seamlessly. The rooms were immaculate, and housekeeping truly deserves a bonus. There are many amenities and a family activity center. I especially loved the heated lazy river. We are definitely coming back.

  Dec 29, 2025
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  Fireside experience

  Young kids looked like they had a great time in small skate rink. We bought Fireside table for $140 plus food and drinks for 2 of us. Definitely not upscale or worth money. Could have sat at nearby hotel fire pit for free and enjoy the same experience. Definitely a reason that most of the tables were not booked.

  Dec 13, 2025