When you think about Scottsdale, what comes to mind is the beautiful scenic Sonora Desert at the foot of the majestic McDowell Mountains. Scottsdale is located at the center of Toronto National Forest, the McDowell Mountain, and the Salt River. Tourism and Events are the major contributors to the city’s economy.
Along with its outdoor lifestyle, Scottsdale is also home to several luxury destinations, making it perfect for events, including your dream wedding.
Here are the ten wedding venues in Scottsdale that will turn your dream wedding into reality.
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch
7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Scottsdale, Arizona, 85258
Phone: +1.480.444.1234
Hyatt Regency is known for its fabulous, luxurious events places. Whether you prefer an indoor or outdoor venue for your ceremony or reception, this wedding venue can live up to your expectations. Besides, you can choose from several themes including, Desert Garden, which is inspired by the Arizona landscape.
There is also an option for an intimate small group celebration or a grand celebration with hundreds of guests. Other features include special group room rates for out-of-town guests, wedding couple Spa Avania package, and on-site activities such as water playground, golf, tennis, and many more.
The McCormick Ranch Golf Club
7505 E McCormick Pkwy, Scottsdale, Arizona 85258
Phone: +1.480.948.0260
The McCormick Ranch Golf Club’s main attractions include its luscious greenery and view of the majestic Camelback Mountain. Your guests will also enjoy breathtaking views of the sparkling waters of Scottsdale’s largest lake. This oasis in the desert is a dream come true wedding venue.
Aside from its beautiful natural backdrop, it also boasts of its world-class culinary options. Their outdoor or indoor venue at Wet Lawn Pavillion can accommodate up to 100 to 400 guests. They also have the Clubhouse McCormick Ranch, an ideal location for an intimate wedding ceremony of 50 to 100 people. The McCormick Ranch Golf Club has been a consistent Wedding wire’s Couples’ Choice Awardee from 2014 to 2020.
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
10600 East Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale, Arizona, 85262
Phone: 1(480). 515.5700
Set your wedding ceremony in the open-air ambiance of Troon Lawn to the backdrop of Pinnacle Peak while the sunset exudes a romantic mood. Four Seasons Resort offers a non-traditional, out-of-ordinary wedding venue with spaces that can accommodate 100 to 500 guests.
Four Seasons Resort has wedding packages that cover every detail of your wedding day. Their wedding package includes photography, custom wedding menus, wedding cakes, and linens and décor. Alternatively, you can choose to customize your celebration completely.
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa
5700 E McDonald Dr. Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253
Phone: +1.885.421.3522
Give yourself a one-of-a-kind mountaintop view wedding ceremony and reception with the Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa. This wedding venue can cater to guests from 75 to 200.
Similarly, it has exceptional culinary provided by the Food Network star and executive chef, Beau MacMillan. The wedding package includes valet parking and full use of the resort’s amenities for pictorial and photoshoots.
Also included in the package is the changing room for the bridal entourage on the wedding day, white folding chairs, and water stations for guests. A complimentary honeymoon suite with candlelight turndown is offered for packages of 50 guests or more.
Talking Stick Golf Club
9998 East Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, Arizona
Phone: (480) 860.2221
If you can’t stand the stress of planning your own wedding, this venue is worth considering. The Talking Stick Golf Club is renowned for its personalized service from beginning to end. The wedding place is set in green rolling hills and a mountain view’s romantic backdrop.
If you are planning for an intimate yet open space wedding ceremony, this is a great choice. The club can accommodate up to 125 guests. The wedding package may include accommodation, event planning, and bar services with signature drinks and bartenders.
There is also catering according to your preferred option. Moreover, the venue has an on-site wedding coordinator that will assist from the planning stage to the wedding day.
Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse
6300 N Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale Arizona 85253
Phone: +1.480.609.8866
More often than not, wedding guests always remember their dining experience the most. So, if you are planning for an intimate small group wedding with great food, the Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse is a cut above the rest.
It is an authentic Churrascaria (Brazilian Steakhouse) hailed from Southern Brazil. The venue is located at the heart of the city near the famous Scottsdale Fashion square. Fogo de Chao menu features a gourmet salad and vegetable bar with over 30 fresh items.
Their menu includes cheeses, cured meats, 16 delectable cuts of beef, pork, lamb, and chicken. They are also known for their top-of-the-line assortments of desserts and extensive selection of wine. The place can accommodate up to 125 guests.
The Phoenician Resort
6000 East camelback Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
Phone: +1.480.941.8200
When it comes to state-of-the-art wedding amenities, The Phoenician Resort comes on top of the list. They have luxury collection resorts that offer spectacular indoor and outdoor wedding venues. You will be torn between a majestic mountain view or opulent ballroom venues.
On top of that, you cannot run out of rooms because they have 40 event rooms to choose from, with the largest space accommodating up to 2500 guests. The resort has a selection of wedding packages that you can customize to match your perfect day. Their experienced wedding coordinators will work closely with you to make your dream wedding come true.
The Clayton House
3719 N 75th St., Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
Phone: 480.990.7300
If you want a free-flowing venue where guests can be comfortable in an unbounded space, the Clayton House is the venue you are looking for. The place is a previously abandoned postal warehouse that was turned into an events place. The vast space can accommodate up to 250 guests who can move freely from the indoor lounge to the outdoor porch.
You have the liberty to dress up the venue according to the theme of your wedding. Other features include two indoor/outdoor event spaces, in-house catering and bar services, a wedding suite, and bistro lights. You will also be treated to misters and outdoor lounge furniture, tree-lined covered patio, customizable light wall, and dining tables and chairs.
The Cabins on Strawberry Hill
5306 N Highway 87, Strawberry, Arizona 85544
Phone: (923) 476.4252
If you want to splurge on your wedding, spend it on Cabins on Strawberry Hill. The venue provides lodging for your guests before and after the wedding. However, to reduce the overall costs of the event, your guests can book their own cabin through a private booking portal.
The wedding package includes exclusive use of 14 cabins for two nights plus six bonus cabins the day the group arrives, exclusive use of resort properties and amenities, shuttle service, and much more.
Agritopia Wedding Events
3000 E ray Rd., Gilbert Arizona 85296
Email: info@thehelmevents.com
For nature lovers, Agritopia offers a wedding venue in the middle of Agritopia farm. Experience intimate wedding moments in communion with trees, gardens, and lush landscapes. You can choose from the farmhouse, the garden, the orchard, or the final assembly venues.
Conclusion
Each of these wedding venues has its personality and unique brand of service. Choose what is closest to your heart, ideal to your needs, and fits your budget. Whichever you choose, the venue is just incidental; what matters is the love you will share forever as you tie the knot.
Kathy
Kathy is a freelance writer who specializes in writing about all aspects of a wedding—from the planning to the event itself. She graduated from the University of Technology in Sydney (yes, Australia!), with a degree in media and communication. She also became an American citizen and loves her new home country. Kathy has somewhat of a boho spirit and enjoys some great rock-n-roll music. She is married and enjoys working from home with her husband, who’s also a writer. They both try to get out as often as possible by taking long walks, visiting wineries on the weekend, and more. While they don’t yet have kids, Kathy and her husband have plans to expand their family in the next year or two!
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