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Plan the Perfect Romantic Getaway in Arizona

A wish list for the ultimate romantic getaway should include luxurious accommodations, scenic beauty, and indulgent spa services, with exquisite meals and wine mixed in. Luckily, all this exists and more at Castle Hot Springs.

An All-Inclusive Resort Near Phoenix, Arizona

Best Unique Getaways in Arizona: Private Bungalows in the Sonoran Desert

Activities & Adventures

Reaching New Heights on the Via Ferrata at Castle Hot Springs

Via ferratas have long been popular in Europe however, the first via ferrata is the one at Castle Hot Springs in Arizona overlooking the Sonoran Desert.

Top Hiking Trails at Castle Hot Springs

Nestled in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, Castle Hot Springs offers guests a network of Arizona hiking trails that showcase the area's stunning natural beauty.

Beyond the Soak: An Oasis of Adventure at Castle Hot Springs

Unplug and connect with nature at Castle Hot Springs where Arizona Adventure awaits. Castle Hot Springs evokes must-do experiences. The seasonal calendar lists more than 20 different daily adventures and Arizona activities designed for all fitness levels, with top-notch equipment included.

A Hiker’s Paradise

Enjoy desert hiking at Castle Hot Springs. Conveniently located near a network of trails, there is instant access to the wide-open country of the Sonoran Desert.

Saddle Up for the Best Horseback Riding in Arizona

Explore the ruggedly beautiful landscape surrounding our resort with a guided horseback riding excursion, taking you through canyons and valleys just as early adventurers once did.

Hike and Paint

It comes as no surprise that Castle Hot Springs has introduced a new activity designed to do all those things. The resort now offers Hike and Paint. Just like it sounds, this open air painting class is an eye-opening experience. It introduces guests to the stunning landscape of the Sonoran Desert and their creative spirit within, at the same time.

Activities & Adventures

Top Hiking Trails at Castle Hot Springs

Nestled in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, Castle Hot Springs offers guests a network of Arizona hiking trails that showcase the area's stunning natural beauty.

6 Relaxing Yoga Poses to Calm Your Nerves and Soothe Your Soul

Arizona Night Sky: Touching the Stars

Tucked away in the Sonoran Desert, our resort offers a restful escape with sun-kissed days full of possibilities—hiking, biking, horseback riding, yoga, meditation, and more. The nights just turn out to be a surprising and memorable bonus.

Saddle Up for the Best Horseback Riding in Arizona

Explore the ruggedly beautiful landscape surrounding our resort with a guided horseback riding excursion, taking you through canyons and valleys just as early adventurers once did.

A Journey on Two Wheels | Electric Bikes

Electric bikes are fat tire off-road bikes built for comfort and power making distant corners of the desert accessible to Castle Hot Springs guests.

Awaken Your Spirit of Adventure in Arizona

The variety of activities offered is one of the things that makes Castle Hot Springs stand out. Another is the people who lead those adventures.

Culinary

Summer’s Best Cocktail from Bar 1896 is Long, Cold and Light

When temperatures rise, there’s always a cool spot inside at Bar 1896 at Castle Hot Springs. Take a seat across from the fragrant bouquets of herbs picked from the on-site culinary garden and watch the cocktail mentors work their magic to create the best summer cocktail. The team of mixologists at Bar 1896 has mastered the art of the cocktail.

The Taste of Harvest: Cultivating a Chef’s Menu in the Arizona Desert

Raiding the Wine Cellar with Sommelier Sarah Foote

An oasis for oenophiles in the Arizona desert, Castle Hot Springs offers an intriguing collection of 400 wines intentionally selected to appeal to guests’ wine preferences and to enhance the New American farm-to-table menu at Harvest restaurant.

Recipes from the Kitchen: Honey Roasted Carrot Bites

Try Castle Hot Springs' Honey Roasted Carrot Bites after following our recipe. A small bite that packs big flavor, these honey-roasted carrot bites are sure to be a hit at your next gathering!

Creative Culinary

Discover creative culinary excellence at Harvest, where farm-to-table dining highlights the freshest ingredients and sustainable practices.

Seasonal Flavor

Discover the rich history of Sonoran Desert farming at Castle Hot Springs, where ancient techniques meet modern, seasonal dining for a unique culinary experience.

Culinary

Basil Harvesting 101

Head into fall with a little bit of spice! This Spiced Cashew recipe is the perfect snack while relaxing around the fire, chatting with friends or just while reading your favorite book. Follow this recipe to try it for yourself.

Wine Pairing Dinners

When it comes to how you want to spend your days at Castle Hot Springs it’s almost impossible to choose. You absolutely don’t want to miss a luxurious wine-paring dinner at Harvest.

Counter Culture: The Bar 1896 Dining Experience

Dining at Bar 1896 is another experience and less formal. While table service is wonderful, the immediacy of the bar is a draw.

Summer’s Best Cocktail from Bar 1896 is Long, Cold and Light

Summer Food and Wine Pairings with Wine Director Sarah Foote

Summers call for grilling out and enjoying long, leisurely meals sipping delicious wines that are light and refreshing. We asked Sarah The Director of Wine & Service to share her top five picks for summer wine pairings, in no particular order. Let’s dive in.

Bubbly for the Holidays

Nothing puts you into a festive spirit faster than a glass of Champagne. Sarah Foote, director of wine at Castle Hot Springs, helps us navigate through different sparkling wines and champagnes in the wine cellar.

Wellness

The Rejuvenating Power of Quiet

Whatever prompts a stay at Castle Hot Springs; guests are all treated to an unexpected bonus while they’re here. In the desert, far from the clamor of civilization, the quiet wraps around them in a soft and soothing embrace.

The Healing Power of Sound

A sound bath is a deeply immersive, full-body listening experience. Instead of water, you bathe in the healing vibrations of sound. The beautifully-tuned frequencies from crystal and bronze bowls, giant gongs, tiny chimes, tuning forks and other instruments gently wash over your body.

Desert Zen: Yoga, Meditation & Wellness Activities at Castle Hot Springs

Discover a new sense of well-being while partaking in the variety of wellness activities offered at Castle Hot Springs, including yoga and meditation.

An Oasis of Wellness in the Sonoran Desert

“This place is meant to be a wellness retreat,” says Robert Stackus, Castle Hot Springs’ spa director. “I love being here with the sounds of the stream, the wind and the birds. At Castle Hot Springs, we have a unique opportunity to embrace the calming effects of nature, and to help guests reconnect with themselves and their bodies.”

6 Relaxing Yoga Poses to Calm Your Nerves and Soothe Your Soul

The Surprise of Watsu

If you love floating in the hot springs, floating while having a Watsu massage is the next level. Always allows for time to enjoy the naturally flowing, mineral-rich hot spring pools.

Wellness

An Oasis of Wellness in the Sonoran Desert

Desert Zen: Yoga, Meditation & Wellness Activities at Castle Hot Springs

Discover a new sense of well-being while partaking in the variety of wellness activities offered at Castle Hot Springs, including yoga and meditation.

The Surprise of Watsu

If you love floating in the hot springs, floating while having a Watsu massage is the next level. Always allows for time to enjoy the naturally flowing, mineral-rich hot spring pools.

The Healing Power of Sound

6 Relaxing Yoga Poses to Calm Your Nerves and Soothe Your Soul

The Rejuvenating Power of Quiet