The Best Scottsdale Wedding Venues
Few places do a luxury wedding like Scottsdale — golden desert light, Camelback Mountain backdrops, and some of the most celebrated resorts in the country.
If you're planning a Scottsdale or Paradise Valley wedding, you're spoiled for choice. These are the marquee resorts couples return to year after year — each one a destination in its own right — plus a note on capturing the candid, human side of a polished celebration.
ScottsdaleThe Phoenician
An icon at the base of Camelback Mountain, The Phoenician pairs opulent ballrooms with lush gardens and mountain views — the definition of a grand desert wedding.
North ScottsdaleFour Seasons Resort at Troon North
Tucked into the Sonoran Desert among towering saguaros and boulder formations, the Four Seasons offers dramatic, intimate ceremonies with sweeping high-desert views.
Paradise ValleySanctuary Camelback Mountain
A boutique-luxury retreat on the slopes of Camelback, Sanctuary brings modern elegance — from a glass-enclosed ballroom to intimate mountainside ceremony spaces.
Paradise ValleyMountain Shadows
A reimagined mid-century classic with a lawn, a rooftop overlook, and a striking ballroom — effortlessly stylish, with Camelback and Mummy Mountain as the backdrop.
Paradise ValleyOmni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia
Inspired by the architecture of southern Spain, Montelucia is all arches, courtyards, and timeless elegance — a romantic, transportive setting beneath Camelback.
Paradise ValleyJW Marriott Camelback Inn
A storied resort blending enduring desert charm with grand celebration spaces, including expansive ballrooms for larger luxury weddings.
Paradise ValleyThe Ritz-Carlton, Paradise Valley
A newer addition with floor-to-ceiling ballroom windows, gardens, and a rooftop terrace framed by the McDowell Mountains — refined and contemporary.
ScottsdaleAndaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows
Twenty-three acres of lawns and cactus gardens in the Sonoran Desert, with views of Camelback and the Praying Monk — a relaxed, design-forward resort with both an elegant ballroom and open-air lawns.
Paradise ValleyEl Chorro
A Paradise Valley institution since the 1930s, El Chorro pairs historic desert charm with garden patios and Camelback and Mummy Mountain views — beloved for its warmth and its legendary sticky buns.
Paradise ValleyThe Hermosa Inn
A secluded, turn-of-the-century hacienda-style hideaway at the foot of Camelback — intimate, romantic, and consistently ranked among Arizona's top wedding venues.
Phoenix · CamelbackRoyal Palms Resort & Spa
Nine garden acres of Mediterranean-style courtyards and fountains beneath Camelback Mountain — storybook and lush, a short drive from Scottsdale.
Scottsdale wedding FAQ
When is the best time to get married in Scottsdale?
Roughly October through April, when the desert weather is at its most beautiful. Saturdays at the marquee resorts book 10–18 months out, so reserve early.
How much does a Scottsdale wedding cost?
It varies widely by resort and guest count. We break down the typical ranges in our guide to how much a Scottsdale wedding costs.
Do you serve Paradise Valley and Phoenix too?
Yes — we cover the whole Valley. See our guide to Paradise Valley wedding venues for more nearby options.
Capturing your Scottsdale wedding
At a celebration this polished, the moments you'll treasure most are the unscripted ones — and they're exactly what a cinematographer can't be everywhere to catch. Forever Tapes places vintage-style camcorders in your guests' hands and crafts the footage into a warm, nostalgic home-video film: the candid, human heirloom that lives beautifully alongside your cinematic film.
Learn more about luxury guest-filmed wedding video in Scottsdale, or read about how guest-filmed wedding video works.