PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Good Morning Arizona is helping you beat the heat this summer without leaving the Valley! Whitney Clark and Paul Horton are finding the best staycation deals on this Field Trip Friday.
From resort deals for locals to family-friendly pool days to romantic escapes, the Valley offers just about anything you need to make your summer staycation special.
Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at the Buttes
The Buttes are not running any deals specific to staycations, but that is because it is one of the most affordable resorts in the valley. This summer, you can get a room for as low as $170.
Caesars Republic Scottsdale
A bold staycation awaits at Caesars Republic Scottsdale with the Unleash Your Alter Ego staycation package, now through Labor Day. Enjoy a $100 food and beverage credit per stay, late 1 p.m. checkout and a complimentary room upgrade based on availability—all designed to elevate your escape.
Make it a weekend to remember at the property’s two iconic pools. Soak up the sun at Cleopatra’s Pool or head to the rooftop at Wolf Pool, exclusively for hotel guests. Grab your cabana and join the weekend energy of Vanderpump Rooftop Society—an elevated rooftop pool party where you can sip, socialize and truly Unleash Your Alter Ego. Two-night minimum stay required; valid Thursday through Sunday nights.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa
Perfect for Arizona locals seeking a summer staycation, Royal Palms Resort and Spa has launched its Tranquil Days, Summer Stays offer. Guests enjoy 20% off accommodations plus a $50 daily resort credit, which can be applied toward experiences like dining at the award-winning T. Cook’s, craft cocktails at Mix Up Bar and more.
With no minimum length of stay required and rates starting at $189 per night, the offer is available to book from April 15 through September 9 for stays between May 25 and Sept. 10.
Great Wolf Lodge
Arizona locals can book the MOREFUN deal, which gets 25% off on a 2+ night stay. Booking must be done within 60 days before arrival.
With the deal, your stay includes a family suite, passes to the indoor water park for every day of your visit, complimentary family activities like story time and dance parties, access to arcade and attractions, character meet-and-greets and all lodge amenities. Multiple dining options are available on-site for your convenience, as well.
Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass
Get a summer staycation deal with rates starting from $299 plus a $100 daily resort credit on June though September stays.
The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is launching a Stay, Play & Repeat Package for the ultimate staycation and luxury getaway in your own backyard.
The Stay, Play, Repeat package includes a $100 resort credit per night that applies across the resort’s seven on-site dining venues, surf simulator, cabana rentals, pickle ball courts, spa services, golf, retail and more. There is no minimum stay requirement. Reservations are available directly through Marriott for stays May 21 through Sept. 30.
Locals will be the first to get a sneak peek into the exciting things happening at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, which will be undergoing one of the most significant transformations in the resort’s history.
The Wigwam
The Wigwam’s “Summertime & Sunshine” package offers locals and visitors the chance to experience the historic desert resort at incredible rates. Guests can enjoy savings of up to $150+ per night (compared to average nightly rates) and receive a $50 daily resort credit to use toward crafting your perfect getaway itinerary: poolside cocktails, dining at the award-winning restaurants, a pampered visit to the LeMond’s Aveda Salon-Spa, a round of golf at one of three championship courses and more. Valid on stays for May 15 to Sept. 2.
Sanctuary Camelback
This Summer, escape to Paradise Valley for a quick weekend at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa, with a new staycation package launched just in time for summer. Enjoy up to 15% off the resort’s best available rates paired with a $50 resort credit to use toward the award-winning Sanctuary Spa or dining at elements and Jade Bar during a visit. Valid for bookings made May 1 to Sept. 30.
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort and Spa
The Princess is offering a 30% early bird discount through May 29, as well as a $25 daily pools credit. New activities this year includes themed weekly day camp, twilight trailblazers and new games and activities at kid’s club.
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa
Indulge in luxury and relaxation at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, set on 316 acres of the Sonoran Desert. The Book Early and Save AquaNights Summer offer includes up to 25% off a two-night stay when booked by May 21, plus a $100 daily resort credit and complimentary parking.
Guests can enjoy AquaNights after dark, with glowing water slides, a lazy river, and Friday night programming including a bubble bash, family dance party and drone show.
Boulders Resort and Spa
Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale is welcoming the summer season with exceptional low-season rates, exclusive spa offerings and a full lineup of warm-weather activities. From lounging in shaded cabanas at one of four sparkling pools, to playing pickleball, teeing off on world-class golf courses or savoring peaceful dining experiences, guests can enjoy summer rates priced more than 60% below winter season pricing. Seasonal rates begin at just $229 per night, offering a refined, adults-at-leisure escape set against the dramatic beauty of the Sonoran Desert foothills.
Located at a slightly higher elevation, Boulders Resort enjoys summer temperatures 10–15 degrees cooler than many areas of the Valley. Guests can stroll scenic paved pathways, relax with coffee on the patio of a private Casita and enjoy breathtaking Boulder views from sunrise to sunset.
The Scottsdale Resort and Spa
The Scottsdale Resort & Spa invites locals to enjoy a sun-soaked escape with its Arizona Backyard Getaway package. Designed with Arizona residents in mind, the offer includes 20% off best available rates, with stays starting from just $139 per night. Guests can also take advantage of exclusive perks like a waived resort fee (with valid Arizona ID) and complimentary self-parking, making it the perfect excuse for a desert retreat close to home.
Hilton Garden Inn Chandler Downtown
Located in the heart of Downtown Chandler, the Hilton Garden Inn is situated in a prime spot, within walking distance to numerous local bars and nightlife hotspots, restaurants and shops, as well as a short drive to Chandler Center for the Arts, Chandler Fashion Center and Sky Harbor. The Loop 202 is a mile south for easy access to all of Greater Metro Phoenix.
The Hilton Garden Inn Chandler Downtown is offering 20% off rooms for summer travel, using the “Hilton sale” offer online. Rooms must be booked by June 1 and stays must be completed before the end of the year.
The Phoenician Scottsdale
The Phoenician Scottsdale, a Luxury Collection Resort, and The Canyon Suites and Villas at The Phoenician have announced the launch of “Yacht Club Summer 2026,” a seasonal residency designed to transform the iconic desert retreat into a premier coastal-inspired destination. Running this summer, this curated seasonal residency redefines desert luxury by blending the effortless rhythm of coastal living with the iconic elegance of Scottsdale. Thought the property the resort will feature a seaside summer theme across the pools, activities, dining, spa and golf.
Arizona residents can take advantage of the Local Summer Rate (code XPK), May 20 to Sept. 30, which includes up to a $100 nightly credit and complimentary parking with a valid state ID for The Canyon Suites and Villas. Locals staying at The Phoenician will receive a $50 resort credit and complimentary parking. For those seeking the pinnacle of luxury, the Villas Resort Credit Offer (code ZX0) provides enhanced perks, including a nightly resort credit of up to $400 for a four-bedroom villa, daily access to The Phoenician Spa and a complimentary cabana at the exclusive Villas pool.
The Yacht Club experience extends to the resort’s world-class amenities as well. The Summer Spa Collection, available Monday through Thursday from June 1 to Aug. 27, features seasonal treatments including a Summer Pedicure (50 min, $89), Summer Facial (50 min, $189), and Summer Massage (50 min, $179).
Golf enthusiasts can enjoy Summer Greens Discounts at The Phoenician Golf Course from June 3 to Aug. 27. Rates start as low as $79 for rounds after 11 a.m. Monday-Thursday, and $89 Friday-Sunday. The course is closed on Tuesdays during this period.
Beginning in June, the resort introduces The Summer Social, an early-evening culinary program featuring chilled cocktails and seasonal bites across J&G Steakhouse, Mowry & Cotton, The Phoenician Tavern and the Thirsty Camel Lounge. The program celebrates coastal living with refreshing libations and artful pairings.
See a spelling or grammatical error in our story? Please click here to report it.
Do you have a photo or video of a breaking news story? Send it to us here with a brief description.
Copyright 2026 KTVK/KPHO. All rights reserved.