Castle Hot Springs Resort

Following a dusty dirt road can lead you to magical places, and this road will take you straight to you the lush oasis of Castle Hot Springs. Whether you’re looking to unwind in our hot springs or go on an adventure in the Sonoran Desert, our inclusive experience takes you on a memorable journey and you’ll leave here feeling better than when you arrived.

Castle Hot Springs is a historical icon, nestled in a rugged and remote desert location northwest of the Phoenix/Scottsdale metro area. Boasting a colorful history, yet untouched for nearly 40 years, this natural gem in the Bradshaw Mountains continued to produce restorative thermal waters as it waited for an inevitable return as a favorite destination resort.

THE BEGINNING
In the beginning, indigenous people journeyed to the waters for medicinal purposes. The arrival of the railroad southeast of Wickenburg soon brought promise and a new interest in the springs.

Arizona entrepreneur Frank M. Murphy purchased the property to capitalize on the restoring benefits of the water and the desert environment. Bringing history to herald Castle Hot Springs as the first Arizona wellness resort.

TREKKING TO THE SPRING
The first guests to the resort had to endure a difficult five-hour stagecoach ride to reach the springs. The journey was made easier in 1898 when the first train depot was built nearby, followed by the first bus service ten years later.

THE SPRINGS ARE CALLING
The natural hot springs at the heart of our property emanates from the rock and cascade into three hot springs pools of varying temperatures and the warm waters are used to heat the main resort pool. Additionally, water is piped to Spring Bungalows to fill private soak tubs and is also used throughout the Farm.

A WESTWARD MOVE
At the turn of the 20th century, throngs of people continued moving west, many for their health. These intrepid travelers sought the rejuvenating springs. American master artist, Maxfield Parrish, stayed in the winter of 1901-1902. The Arizona terrain is said to have influenced his iconic skies.

GLITZ & GLAMOUR
Celebrities and dignitaries from around the world found their way to the waters of Castle Hot Springs. The guest register includes magnates of industry like the Rockefeller and the Pew families plus the Vanderbilts and Astors.

President Theodore Roosevelt stayed at the resort during the dedication of the Roosevelt Dam. In the 1940’s the resort was used as a military rehabilitation center to treat veterans wounded during World War II. One famous serviceman who rested at Castle Hot Springs was future president John F. Kennedy.

END OF AN ERA
In 1976 a fire broke out in the Palm House, destroying the beautiful building that had become a symbol of the resort. The building known as the Wrigley Cottage was caught in another fire in 1996, and a few years later, many of the remaining buildings were torn down.

Today, the Lodge embodies the original Palm House and includes our award winning restaurant, Harvest and a gathering bar – complete with an expansive outdoor terrace, plus a front desk key rack displayed as it was in the early days.

PHOENIX RISES
The property changed ownership a few more times before being purchased by an Arizona couple who acquired it in 2014 and completed the reconstruction/development of the property in 2019.

They are committed to Castle Hot Springs, honoring the legacy of this unique property and offering genuine hospitality at this desert hideaway. Much like the mythical Phoenix that emerges to start a new long life, Castle Hot Springs has returned to deliver wellness and privacy with attentive service, in a verdant desert oasis.

INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY
At Castle Hot Springs, rates are inclusive of an all-encompassing resort experience. Farm-to-table meals, activities such as yoga and meditation adventures that include Farm tours, guided hikes, archery and e-bikes are all available to you.

So go ahead, explore all day or choose to do nothing at all. Leave time each day to experience a desert soak in mineral hot springs that cascade into three pools of varying warm temperatures.

Because we want you to enjoy your time relaxed, housekeeping and bell service fees are also included. You can immerse yourself in this Arizona experience as you please. Brunch midweek, nibble on farm-fresh selections relaxing poolside, or revel in the desert landscapes surrounding our hot springs. Arrive passionate, leave inspired.

UNPARALLELED HOSPITALITY
All of the beautiful, finely crafted, and well-appointed rooms at Castle Hot Springs were designed to envelop you in unparalleled luxury that anticipates your each and every need. You’ll begin to unwind the moment you open the door to your private oasis.

Our rooms are fashioned to deliver complete relaxation, sparing nothing to ensure you are completely at ease. Fall into a deep, uninterrupted sleep in our rich and luxurious bedding. Wash away your worries in our deep soaking tubs.

Enjoy a world free from electronics and reconnect with what is truly important. Best of all, dine with delight knowing that three farm fresh gourmet meals will be covered with each night’s stay.

SPRING BUNGALOW
Our Bungalows are designed for pure luxury and relaxation. Bathe in the healing properties of the natural spring waters in a private, custom Sonoma stone tub as you gaze on the quiet peaks around you.

Listen to the babble of a creek originating from the hot springs meanders down the gentle hill slope past these individual buildings. An inviting outdoor covered deck with comfortable lounge furniture and a fireplace provide comfort year round

SKY VIEW CABIN
Designed to give you a front row seat to the incredible view both day and night, our luxury Sky View Cabins offer an incomparable view of the desert sky.

Set on an elevated foundation overlooking the lush grounds with breathtaking views of the surrounding Sonoran desert. These private cabins are exquisitely appointed and each has an expansive wood deck equipped with a telescope for stargazing and a private outdoor tub.

THE COTTAGE
At over 1,200 square feet, the cottage contains three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, wet bar, and living room with a stone fireplace. Bedding includes 1 King, 1 Queen and 2 Twins. The Historic Cottage is a dwelling that once lodged affluent families like the Roosevelts, Rockefellers, and the Vanderbilts.

Impeccably restored, the near hundred-year-old cottage rests on a hillside with a spacious covered deck that overlooks the beautifully landscaped grounds, Lodge building, and the Bradshaw Mountains.

HARVEST RESTAURANT
Immerse your taste-buds in the ultimate culinary experience at our in-house restaurant, Harvest. Serving breakfast, lunch, and a 5-course tasting menu for dinner, the selections are based on the “harvest of the day”. The culinary and farm team work together to create an elevated farm-to-table dining experience each and every meal. Meals are included with an overnight stay.

The flavors that you’ll find travel from the garden and farm just steps away from your table, into the highly skilled hands of our culinary team, directly to your plate. That’s freshness. Take a peek at a few of the dishes you might find during your stay! As the menu is highly dependent on the seasonal flavors of the farm, you might find new and exciting items when you visit.

BAR 1896
Created and designed with a laid-back meal in mind, Bar 1896 shelves the 5-course menu offered in Harvest and instead gives guests the choice of scrumptious, familiar yet elevated, dishes for lunch and dinner. Paired with an idyllic patio overlooking the farm and out to the desert edge, be prepared to spend some time in a good conversation and sipping that drink.

You will still be enjoying the fresh flavors of Harvest when you dine at Bar 1896. Our culinary team uses the same ingredients from our farm to create a relaxed menu for you to enjoy while taking the views of the Sonoran Desert

Chat with our mixology team to find the perfect drink to sip. From classics that you love to creations you’ve never imagined, the options are sure to delight. From the expansive vista views to the weekly live music, read about the Bar 1896 dining experience. Our mixologists give you an inside look at some of their favorite recipes. Head to the kitchen, grab a glass and get mixing!

Ever wonder how to mix up drinks like the pros? Here’s your chance to learn from our expert mixologists! First, join our farm team to get the basics about growing your own herbs, then head to the bar to mix it up.

SPEND TIME TOGETHER AT A DESERT OASIS
Select our secluded getaway to quiet the mind and nourish the soul. We offer the perfect setting for your own retreat or rejuvenation program.

Submerge in one of our three hot spring pools, join in daily yoga or mediation class and gaze up at the stars by one of our fire rings to help de-stress and find quiet and gratitude. The expansive outdoor setting will encourage your attendees to emerge refreshed, rejuvenated and feeling better than when they arrived.

INCENTIVES & EXECUTIVE RETREATS
So close yet away from distractions. Whether rewarding your top producers, enticing your top clients or helping your team discover their soft skills this boutique property is sought after for a getaway.

Host your next group program at Castle Hot Springs and take full advantage of our included dining experience, miles of hiking trails and plenty of time to enjoy the namesake hot springs while your attendees enjoy luxurious accommodations.

There is no dedicated group meeting space unless select buy-out dates are secured. You and your team will be surrounded with every inspiration for creativity and motivation with endless outdoor options. This unique property is remote and within reach.

A ONE-OF-A-KIND DESTINATION
Castle Hot Springs is the perfect location to make your next event memorable. Whether you’re looking for a perfect family trip or to celebrate a milestone birthday with friends, our secluded oasis will provide an unforgettable backdrop.

The resort has only 30 guest rooms each with a King bed, and one Cottage with three bedrooms and two baths. Castle Hot Springs was purposely built to be a tranquil wellness retreat only for adults (16 and older), focused on reconnecting by digitally disconnecting.

CELEBRATIONS
Create the most memorable celebration at Castle Hot Springs. With plenty of on-property activities, delicious meals and top-notch service at your fingertips, this will be a party that you will not soon forget.

FAMILY & FRIENDS GETAWAY
Get the family and friends together for an unforgettable time to sit back and re-connect with one another. Enjoy our lawn games, relax in the springs or go on an adventure! It’s all about creating meaningful memories with loved ones.

UNMATCHED REVITALIZATION
Imagine a place where your wellness is not an afterthought, but a priority. A place centered around all the best parts of being alive. Disconnect from the busy outside world and reconnect to yourself and nature with the rustic Bradshaw Mountains as your backdrop. Revel in the grounding effect of this one-of-a-kind property. Come yearning. Emerge revived.

SANUS PER AQUAM
The word “SPA” is an acronym for the latin phrase, Sanus Per Aquam, meaning “healing through water”. Here at Castle Hot Springs, we take this original meaning to the heart of our wellness experience.

Take a soak in the springs before any spa treatment, after an adventure or just to wind down the day. In any case, the springs are at the core of the wellness experience and available exclusively to you during your stay.

NATURAL HOT SPRINGS
From deep within the Bradshaw Mountains, a mineral elixir debuts above ground in a stunning canyon at Castle Hot Springs. What starts as rain, sinks through cracks in the ground and flows through underground streams to be warmed by the earth and filled with a unique mineral blend.

For centuries people have sought out hot springs all over the world for bathing, healing, socializing and spiritual intentions. Hot springs were the world’s first spas; the naturally warm, mineral-rich waters flowing from the ground have soothed aches and pains for millennia. Take a soak and let the serenity of this desert oasis soothe the mind and revive the soul.

The unique water is particularly rich in lithium, magnesium, and bicarbonates, which help lift your mood, calm your mind, and ease aching joints and muscles. These minerals have inspired a focus for your stay on Joy, Serenity and Renewal.

THE BENEFITS OF HOT SPRINGS
Castle Hot Springs recently teamed up with Medicine Springs, where founder and mineral expert Brandon Price explained the unique characteristics and benefits of the water in this Sonoran Desert oasis. As the hot, geothermic water rises to the surface it carries dissolved minerals with it.

“In modern times, when vitamin supplements are routine, in part due to soil depletion and environment factors… the healing minerals in hot springs are a natural way to revive those that soak in the warmth,” Price explains.

LITHIUM (.30 MG/L)
Lithium boosts mood, promotes feelings of calmness, happiness and joy and leaves you with a general sense of wellbeing. Your body naturally contains a small amount of lithium. It is important for brain health and the growth and resiliency of neurons.

The lithium in our waters is one of the most unique elements of our hot springs. The amount of Lithium found in our mineral waters is rare and particularly prized for the sense of well-being that they bring in addition to the other mineral benefits.

MAGNESIUM (1.45 MG/L)
Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and calm the nerves – and it’s particularly good for helping support a good night’s rest. It also speeds up muscle recovery, so it’s especially beneficial after a long hike, bike ride or travel.

BICARBONATES (137 MG/L)
Bicarbonates improve circulation, and also help to remove lactic acid from the muscles – lactic acid is what causes soreness, fatigue and even muscle spasms after a tough workout, so bicarbonates are particularly beneficial if you’ve done a long hike or challenged yourself on the Via Ferrata.

SODIUM (218.89 MG/L)
Sodium is great for joint aches and arthritis and helps maintain body fluid balance. The sodium in our water binds with sulfur, which means you get all the benefits of sulfur without the sulfur smell, including fantastic benefits for the skin. Sodium sulfates help ease eczema, psoriasis and acne troubles.

CALCIUM (33.82 MG/L)
Calcium is essential for muscle function and helps strengthen bones. It is essential in regulating many internal organs, such as the heart.

THE DESERT SOAKING EXPERIENCE
Surrender to this desert oasis as you traverse alongside this natural spring creek under towering palm trees, casting serene sounds through the crisp Sonoran air as you make your way up to the top pools, relaxation deck, and locker room. Let the canyon walk calm your mind and prepare your body for an immersion as you have never experienced before.

TOP POOL
This is closest to the source and therefore the warmest pool. The average temperature of 106F puts you at the spot that the water emits from the earth. Relax in the clear water, reflecting a wall of stunning colors as the sound of multiple waterfalls surrounds you.

SECOND POOL
From the top pool, the water cascades into the next while cooling to an ideal temperature of about 96F. Best for extended soaking enjoy the canyon walls and the feel of natural desert floor under your feet, grounding you to the natural environment and heightening the senses.

THIRD POOL
From the first two pools, the water meanders down the canyon into the deepest pool where the temperature hovers around 86F. An idyllic desert swimming hole, surrounded by towering palm trees that have welcomed guests for years.

GET THE MOST FROM YOUR SOAK
Allow plenty of time in your stay itinerary to luxuriate in the hot springs pools. Soaking in the hot springs pools is one of the most important parts of your resort experience, we know you will leave with a greater sense of well-being because of them.

Benefits are enhanced with repetition and contrast circuits that include a warm soak, alternated with a cold water deluge. It is a great time to calm your mind, stretch your legs and allow the senses to experience the amazing world you are part of. Grab your swimsuit and get ready, here are a few suggestions to help maximize your time at Castle Hot Springs.

Keep hydrated – drink plenty of water before and after your soak. The arid Arizona climate, warm water and even a recent flight all sap much needed moisture. Be sure to drink water throughout the day.

Try a soak after a long hike to ease muscle soreness and joint pain – the bicarbonates in the water help to remove lactic acid from your muscles, while sodium is great for joint pain, and magnesium helps reduce inflammation.

Soak in our hot springs before bed or in the private tub in your guestroom. A general sense of wellbeing and relaxation, enhanced by the minerals, support a restful night of sleep.

ACTIVITIES
A multitude of activities and adventures await for you to enjoy during your stay. From climbing to new heights on the Via Ferrata adventure course to tasting your way through an informative farm tour. Let’s go write a few new stories for you to share.

FARM TOUR
Taste your way through the 3-acre farm as you join our flavor farmers through on a tour of our diverse farm operations and current crops growing! Explore the process of true farm-to-table cuisine while discovering the flavors of the season you will enjoy in our dining room.

ELEVATED ADVENTURE
The Castle Hot Springs Via Ferrata adventure course provides guests the exclusive opportunity to explore the majesty of the Sonoran Desert from a position few are able to experience. Gain a new perspective hiking past soaring Saguaro cactus, learn to move over rock, and walk across a 200-foot long aerial walkway high above a canyon floor.

So, what exactly is a Via Ferrata? Translated, it is Italian for ‘Iron Way’ and is a system that uses ladders, rungs and steel cables affixed to the rock which allows you to ascend into a mountain environment.

There are only a handful in the U.S. and this course was designed specifically for Castle Hot Springs. We use state of the art equipment and have trained guides to assist throughout your experience. We move at your pace and offer a custom progression that allows you to advance at your own comfort level.

WILD WEST SHOOTING
Meet us under the shade of our Old-Salt Cedar Tree for this unique opportunity! Experience the most iconic firearms from the late 1800s up through some of today’s most modern weapons.

These replica .177 pellet guns have the look and feel of the originals, while being accessible to use like traditional pellet guns. You’ll shoot six different types of replica pellet guns like the classic Colt revolver, a lever-action Winchester and even the full automatic Tommy Gun at 30 rounds per second!

SCENIC DESERT E-BIKE TOUR
Glide up the hills and cruise through the canyons with ease on this desert e-bike tour! Fat tire bikes provide optimal stability on the dirt and knowledgable guides lead you through the pristine landscape to scenic outlooks, historic stops and the perfect ride.

MOUNTAIN BIKING CLINIC & RIDE
Join us for a spin on our exclusive on-property singletrack. This intermediate to advanced loop allows bikers with singletrack experience to advance their skills under the guidance of a biking coach who will offer tips and pointers to send you home a more confident rider!

HORSEBACK RIDING
Experience the beauty of the Sonoran Desert on horseback with a guided ride through our private network of trails. Learn about the legendary history of the area and see the local wildlife as you explore the canyons. No previous riding experience is necessary. All horseback riding tours are custom and based on rider experience.

UTV TOURS
Ride out directly from the resort and head for the hills to experience excellent vistas, canyons, mining history, and occasional wildlife. During the tour, you will stop often to discuss local history and the many interesting aspects of this region and the Sonoran desert.

CRATER CANYON EXPLORATION
Hike to a private slot canyon in a remote section of the Sonoran Desert. Your guide will share information on the surrounding ecosystem. Along the route, we will take time to enjoy splendid vistas, pause in anticipation of observing the resident pair of Peregrine falcons and see the years unfold in layers of geology that tell a fascinating story of history.

Upon entering the slot canyon, harnesses, helmets and gear will be provided in order to assist your traverse on wooden planks, metal rungs and boulders. Each excursion brings new discoveries!

Rooms: 32

Price: from 405 EUR per night

Source: www.castlehotsprings.com