Carefree, AZ

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An underused area of cool relief in the heat of the day with water jets and sprays activated by a button.
One child with parents made some use as i was in the area and the water was wonderfully cooling.
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An underused area of cool relief in the heat of the day with water jets and sprays activated by a button.
One child with parents made some use as i was in the area and the water was wonderfully cooling.
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Christmas in the desert in Carefree, AZ
Near the Carefree sundial is a children’s play area and these bronze statues of kids taking a time out
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Some great artists and good imagination.
CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa

CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
37220 Mule Train Rd Carefree AZ
The price is AED 1,848 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
AED 1,848
AED 2,592 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Carefree. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (602 reviews)
Everything was amazing!

Reviewed on 14 January 2026

CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa
Hampton Inn by Hilton Carefree

Hampton Inn by Hilton Carefree

2.5 out of 5
2 Easy Street Carefree AZ
The price is AED 536 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
AED 536
AED 607 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carefree. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (628 reviews)
Great place! Room nice, staff great.

Reviewed on 17 January 2026

Hampton Inn by Hilton Carefree
Talking Stick Resort

Talking Stick Resort

4 out of 5
9800 E. Talking Stick Way Scottsdale AZ
The price is AED 1,187 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
AED 1,187
AED 1,458 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Scottsdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,363 reviews)
Excellent stay

Reviewed on 21 January 2026

Talking Stick Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Meridian CondoResorts

Meridian CondoResorts

3 out of 5
8390 E. Via de Ventura Suite F-208 Scottsdale AZ
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Scottsdale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Talking Stick Resort ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (889 reviews)
The room was very clean. The amount of space was excellent. Full amenities.

Reviewed on 12 January 2026

Meridian CondoResorts
Bluegreen Vacations Cibola Vista Resort and Spa, an Ascend Collection Resort

Bluegreen Vacations Cibola Vista Resort and Spa, an Ascend Collection Resort

3 out of 5
27501 N. Lake Pleasant Pkwy Peoria AZ
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Peoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,327 reviews)
Great resort! We will return!

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Bluegreen Vacations Cibola Vista Resort and Spa, an Ascend Collection Resort
Marriott's Canyon Villas

Marriott's Canyon Villas

3.5 out of 5
5220 E Marriott Dr Phoenix AZ
Book a stay at this golf condo in Phoenix. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Desert Ridge Marketplace and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (245 reviews)
Great place to stay for a quick getaway. We loved being close to the kids’ pool.

Reviewed on 31 December 2025

Marriott's Canyon Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Carefree

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 72%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 19%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Be sure and visit the Carefree Sundial and Desert Garden Park. Carefree and Cave Creek had a number of very nice restaurants that we enjoyed: Keeler’s, Harolds, Local Jonnies, and the Tom Tom (I may have that name wrong - It might be Tonto).

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Pretty, neat town. Most things are a long drive.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very welcoming

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very easygoing, friendly. Extremely relaxing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Such a nice town. We loved the southwest architecture. So clean and such a wonderful connection with nature.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

If you are planning a relaxing vacation to Phoenix or Scottsdale, try Carefree. You wont regret it. Small town vibe with plenty of great places to eat & drink. And don't miss the rodeo at the Buffalo Chip every Wed and Friday (and it's free !!).