By Kimberly Fisher
The Royal Palms
resort and Spa in
Phoenix, Ariz., has been enchanting guests since its opening in 1948. The former mansion to a financier has an old world charm and elegance featured in its 119 guest rooms and casitas, spa, salon, pool, fitness center and restaurant. Along with luxurious amenities, the resort features breathtaking landscaping against Camelback Mountain.
Wows and Woes
Wows:
The Royal Palms has several luxurious amenities, such as 24-hour room service, same-day dry cleaning, concierge, royal pet services, director of shopping and a director of romance.
Woes:
The resort is a "non-tipping environment," which means $25.00 per day is automatically added to your bill, even if you do not use any resort facilities.
Insider Tips
Booking the resort can be quite expensive. For a better rate, search discount hotel brokers such as Orbitz.com and Hotels.com for price breaks.
Author's Most Memorable Moment
Royal Palms Hotel
My most memorable moment was being speechless at how perfect this resort is. Right from the beginning, at check-in, you receive warm, personable service in the most amazingly landscaped hotel. A stay at this resort is definitely a dream vacation.
Bottom Line
For the best service, amenities and ambiance in Phoenix, stay at the Royal Palms if your wallet allows it.
About the Author:
Kimberly Fisher is a freelance writer based in Manhattan Beach, Calif. She specializes in luxury travel, lifestyle and fashion. Her work has appeared in the magazines "Ocean View," "Disarray" and "ReLiving." Fisher attended the University of Nevada and Mt. St. Mary's College.
