Can anyone give me a recommendation for the nicest Marriott properties in the Scottsdale area? I know that the Camelback is supposed to be very nice, but would like preferences on other Marriotts. Thanks -

It's no resort, but I've stayed at the Marriott Scottsdale Suites...kind of like an Embassy, walkable to Old Town and a lot of bars (including one martini and one hippy couch bar).

There are no 'great' Marriotts in Phoenix.
Camelback Inn is the best overall, but it's older and not up to current luxury standards. Grounds and public areas are great and location is excellent.
The other Marriotts are really all cookie cutter versions of Marriotts of their various subtypes seen throughout the US.

I've stayed at the Camelback a few times because they run great spa/hotel deals in the summer. The newly renovated rooms are quite nice - I like it a lot there and most rooms have their own little backyard sanctuary.

I actually like the Scottdale Marriott Suites Old Town. It's a good location and just a short walk from Old Town. The rooms are very clean and very comfortable. It's the typical Marriott hotel, but worth it, if you ask me.