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5200 East Camelback Road Phoenix, Arizona 85018
The original property opened in 1948. A member of Historic Hotels of America since 2000.
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Nestled at the base of Camelback Mountain, Delos Cooke’s hidden “El Vernadero” mansion has been the destination for travelers seeking tranquility and solitude since 1948. A charmingly intimate resort, this exclusive Spanish-Mediterranean estate encompasses a bygone era of elegance, refinement, and style. Aged wrought-iron and handsomely worn woodwork, along with a breathtaking collection of European antiques and Spanish tiles, line the stone-paved walkways throughout the Royal Palms Resort and Spa. Set amid lush courtyards and vibrant gardens, 119 guestrooms, suites, and villas reflect the ambiance, residential style, romance, and charm of early Spanish Colonial mansions.
Location Map
Explore the Desert Botanical Garden, the Phoenix Zoo, and the Echo Canyon Recreation Area nearby. Spend a day discovering Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon.
Discover
Discover the romantic Mediterranean-style hideaway of the Royal Palms Resort and Spa.
Explore
Explore local native culture at the Scottsdale Center for the Arts.
Experience
Experience the gentle path of the Sonoran Desert Botanical Gardens.
