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InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

5 stars
4949 EAST LINCOLN DRIVE, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85253
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.4
out of 5
96 reviews
Awesome

Highly recommend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See full review

  • Just married552013
  • May 13, 2013
Worth every dollar

The bed was a soul sucking bed that was super comfy. The room was very clean and the staff were... See full review

  • Chrissy NiGu
  • May 1, 2013
Scottsdale resort ranked among the world’s best by Travel + Leisure

The five-star InterContinental Montelucia Resort and Spa draws inspiration from Spain's Andalusia region to create an unforgettable Arizona experience. Situated at the foot of postcard-perfect Camelback Mountain, the resort is just minutes away from Scottsdale and Phoenix attractions such as Old Town Scottsdale and the Phoenix Zoo. But with golf, fine dining and an award-winning spa, guests settle into plenty of activities at the InterContinental Montelucia Resort and Spa.

Highlights
  • Sunset Cinema series with al fresco film screenings
  • Planet Trekkers Kids Club: Indoor and outdoor activities like life-size chess, treasure hunts, gaming room (Wii and X-Box) and more
  • On-site Joya Spa
  • Priority tee times are four area golf courses
Rooms

Thirty-five acres of lush desert landscape are the backdrop for the incomparable rooms, suites and villas at InterContinental Montelucia Resort and Spa. Expect poster beds, desert, pool or mountain views, private patios or balconies and the Divine Bed by Joya Spa. Flat-panel HDTVs, free Wi-Fi Internet access, luxurious sunken bathtubs and showers with dual showerheads are some of the amenities that make this resort a Scottsdale standout.

Features

While the heart and soul of the InterContinental Montelucia Resort and Spa comes from Andalusia, there are other influences here, too -- a restaurant inspired by Villa San Michele in Tuscany, a wedding chapel with elements of the Hotel Cipriani in Venice. The Castillo Lucena event space is accented with 16th-century palace double doors from the village of Luceno in southern Spain.

Dining

Restaurants, bars and cafes at the InterContinental Montelucia Resort and Spa represent some of the best of Scottsdale, from Lavazza coffee drinks and housemade gelato to award-winning fine dining at Prado, where the dinner menu changes daily to highlight the freshest ingredients available.

Recreation

InterContinental Montelucia Resort and Spa features five pools surrounded by palm and citrus trees and direct views of Camelback Mountain. Soak up the sun or relax in the shade of a luxury cabana.

Joya Spa provides a combination of bliss-inducing services, including spa treatments, salon services, a yoga and fitness center and global spa cuisine at Joya Terrace.

Transportation
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (7.1 mi/11.5 km)
Attractions
  • Scottsdale Fashion Square (3.1 mi/5 km)
  • Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (3.9 mi/6.3 km)
  • Desert Botanical Garden (4.9 mi/7.9 km)
  • Phoenix Convention Center (7.8 mi/12.6 km)
Business
  • Seven outdoor event spaces ranging from 500 to 23,000 square feet
  • Two ballrooms and 14 breakout rooms
  • 2,480-square-foot Castillo Lucena

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Smoke-free policy
Pets allowed
Free local telephone calls
Executive level
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Live entertainment
Golf
Tennis
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Room service
Services
Business center
Maid service
Babysitting/Child services
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Car rental desk
Barber/Beauty shop
Porters
FAX
Gift shop
Currency exchange
Overhead projector
White board
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Satellite TV
DVD player
Cordless phone
Safe
Phone with speaker
Desk with lamp
Mini bar
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Cribs available
In room movies
Sofa bed
Temperature control
Computer in Room
Ironing board
Bath tub

Hotel Map

33.531 -111.9747
Nearby airports
Scottsdale Municipal Airport, (SCF), 10.00, MI; Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, (PHX), 8.00, MI, SW;
Area description
Resort, resort

Dining

Prado
Prado Restaurant, Montelucia Resort & Spa’s signature AAA Four Diamond Restaurant, presents an inventive menu of contemporary cuisine prepared with the freshest and best ingredients.
ROQ - An Outdoor American Bistro
ROQ offers an elegant menu of American classics updated with a modern twist like a selection of fries from around the world.
Joya Terrace
A visit to Joya Spa is literally—and figuratively—an escape to a faraway, exotic place. A place where well-being, tranquillity, magic and romance are possible and the stresses of the day vanish. Available to guests of the spa, Joya Terrace serves delectab
Crave Café
Crave Café satisfies those sweet treat cravings. This café and gourmet food market serves coffee drinks, gelato, baked goods, crepes, to-go food items, wine, gourmet foods and retail selections. Designed with local residents in mind, Crave caters to area
Mbar
Mbar features a collection of rare wines and tequilas, as well as an array of unique signature cocktails. Live music fills the bar every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night and when the weather is nice, folding doors open to the patio spilling the sounds

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (96)

Ratings and reviews for InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Overall score

4.4 / 5
96 out of 96
Amenities:
4.5
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.6
Location:
4.5
Value:
4.1

91% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

4
Roger D.
Chaska, MN, USA
Apr 8, 2012

Very Nice

Genuinely charming experience. My wife and I enjoyed our stay and wished it could have been longer. Thank you.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

4
Former AZ Guy
Chicago, IL, USA
Mar 19, 2012

Montelucia

The rooms were large and the bathrooms were huge. The staff was fantastic and always remembered our name after only meeting us once. We arrived early so our room was not ready but they allowed us to change in the spa. I have to say what I saw of the spa it was beautiful. The food was good but the food at the outside bar was good, I thought was slightly over priced. The main restaurant/bar had friendly bartenders and they had a jazz band playing both nights and they were outstanding. All and all, we will be back soon.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Cowboy Ciao on Stetson was a good find.

Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

5
Traveler's Companion
Sparta, NJ, USA
Feb 7, 2012

I saw the desert!

I not only saw the desert, but experienced it here at this hotel. Camelback Mountain's lovely profile was constantly visible. The pool area, the gym, the spa the terrace restaurant were all wonderful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

5
Christina
Sierra Vista, AZ, USA
Aug 18, 2011

Great spot for Anniversary!

My boyfriend and I went here to get out of our boring town for a romantic getaway for our anniversary. It was absolutely wonderful! The room was beautiful, the staff was incredibly friendly, and the views and amenities were absolutely gorgeous. All of the pools were beautiful, and the Prado restaurant served wonderful Egg's Benedict. We'll definitely be going back!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

3
Anthony Fischer
Howell, NJ
Jun 29, 2011

Could Have Been Better!!!

This hotel is set at the base of the beautiful Camelback Mountains. I paid a premium to get this view only to have it blocked by two big trees. Not happy. The walk to the room is long from the parking lot. They have many golf carts on the property zipping past you on every occasion and was turned down for rides all but once.There is a sticker on the sliding door window (with a picture of a scorpion) that clearly states to keep the doors closed to keep out the desert dwellers. Upon returning to our room on a daily basis we found the door unlocked and on one occasion the door was open fully with the A/C wasting away.They used high quality materials to build with however the craftsmanship was not there. The tile abutting the front door was not level, leaving a 3/8" opening to the room. It certainly had me looking for desert dwellers and did not enjoy the mental anguish! They have a very young staff and were very apologetic,say when the bellman never showed , but offered no recourse. We were overcharged twice but coming armed with our [...]itinerary the charges were quickly reversed without further amplification. Upon checking out were were not given credit for spa treatment, but was caught in time.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

On one occasion we dined outside on premade hamburgers($18.00) and hotdogs($14.00). I understand that the hotels are in business to make a profit but dont make them hate you. I want to be a returning customer to the hotel. You can find deals on local dining in the local newspapers, which I did not see around.I may be on vacation but still need to keep up with daily events.We ate out good locally.

Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Pleasanton, CA
Jun 15, 2011

Great family short vacation resort

Awsome swimming pools, Great staff, and food options. Overall the resort is great for a vacation.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
akron, Oh
Jun 15, 2011

lovely, but too opulent for this family

This resort was breathtakingly beautiful. We arrived at 3:40 and had to wait until almost 6 for our second room to be ready. There was no convenient place to park when registering for our room, we had to park in the parking deck and take an elevator to registration. When we have stayed in rooms before with an electronic bar, we were told upon check in. Even our older kids wanted to touch and look at the items. I hate an electronic bar also, because then you lose all use of the in room refridgerator. The coffee maker was fantastic. This is a lovely lovely place, but we found the other guests unfriendly, mostly very young executives. We were only here for one night, to put us closer to the airport and it was only an 11 minute trip to the airport. This is a better couples stay then for a family. Again though breathtaking facility.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

loved Nellio's, great pizza and family salad. Located on Shea, our GPS did not have this location.

Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Livingston, New Jersey
Jun 3, 2011

Couldn't be happier

The room was nice. I had a view of the mountains and the sunrise was perfect. The gym and pool areas were excellent and the staff couldn't have been nicer.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Most of the Scottsdale Hotels are on Scottsdale Road which is a three minute drive from the hotel for eating variety.

Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Ann Arbor, MI
Apr 10, 2011

"Wonderful Experience"

My wife and I visit Scottsdale frequently and this is the first time we have stayed at the InterContinental Montelucia. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The pools, gym and spa were fantastic. There were quite a few children at the main pool but there also was an adult pool. Dinners at Prado were wonderful. We always sit at the bar and the bartenders made great drinks and were very attentive.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

El Chorro Lodge is an excellent restaurant with a large outdoor patio.

Review of InterContinental Alliance Resorts MONTELUCIA RESORT & SPA

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Ardsley, NY
Mar 20, 2011

great getaway

great spa beautiful view, great service

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

lot of nearby restaurants

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