Tucked in the scenic foothills of the Sonoran Desert just North of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Scottsdale lies the aptly named Carefree Resort & Conference Center. At this desert gem, guests can embrace the Southwestern lifestyle in total relaxation. Situated on 23 acres peppered with desert wildflowers, towering Saguaro, Giant Ocotillo, and Prickly Pear Cacti, Carefree Resort & Conference Center is an authentic Southwestern retreat for those in need of rest and relaxation.

Enjoy traditional, innovative cuisine including thick, juicy steaks and succulent seafood dishes at The Lariat restaurant, or cozy up to a warm lounge setting with signature cocktails in the Lounge. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, The Lariat takes your dining experience to the next level with a warm ambiance and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Outdoor dining is also offered on the Sunset Terrace, which overlooks the Resort's Serenity Pool and Botanical Garden.

Carefree Resort & Conference Center's 234 nearly double-sized guest room accommodations envelope you in architectural elements that celebrate the Sonoran Desert and the tropical oasis of the Resort's lush setting. Choose from our brand new luxurious Sonoran Suites, our oversized Resort and Premier Rooms, or secluded residential-style privately owned Villas with adobe-style fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. Carefree Resort has an array of accommodation options to fit every guest's need.

Hotel amenities include complimentary wireless internet, two swimming pools, five lighted tennis courts, fitness center, and a full service Spa. The Lariat Restaurant and Lounge offers specialty and signature dishes in upscale Western surroundings with panoramic views overlooking the pool and mountains.