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4.0/5
Based on 549 guest reviews
- We have an outdoor pool
- Gym / Fitness Center Available
- Hotel has 187 rooms
- 2 floors in hotel
- 20 suites in hotel
- Check in time: 4:00pm
- Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- Hotel has 3 meeting rooms
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Check RatesAAA Double Queen ADA Accessible Room 2 Queen Beds Partial Mtn View Ex Large Shower WiFi Luxury Linen
Non-Smoking
Check RatesAAA Sleep Studio King 525 Sq Ft King Bed Pool or Mtn View Patio or Balcony Coffee WiFi Safe Iron Sle
Non-Smoking
Check RatesAAA Spa King 1 King 525sqft Spa Bath WiFi Coffee Iron Safe Spectacular View Of The Continental Mount
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Check RatesDouble Queen ADA Accessible Room 2 Queen Beds Partial Mtn View Ex Large Shower WiFi Luxury Linens Pa
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Check RatesSleep Studio King 525 Sq Ft King Bed Pool or Mtn View Patio or Balcony Coffee WiFi Safe Iron Sleep A
Non-Smoking
Check RatesSpa King 1 King 525sqft Spa Bath WiFi Coffee Iron Safe Spectacular View Of The Continental Mountains
Non-Smoking
Local Attractions
Downtown Carefree & Cave Creek (1 mile from property)offers a large variety of shops, restaurants, bars and galleries for a wonderful western experience. Local golf, jeep tours, horseback riding, and hot-air balloon rides available among other attrations.
Landmarks and Location of CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa
Property Description
CIVANA Carefree offers 176 guestrooms and 15,000 square feet of meeting space onsite to include the Sunset Terrace, the New Event Lawn and the Spa Café & Courtyard. We are located 15-20 minutes north of Scottsdale, or about 45 minutes from the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Our retreat offers two swimming pools, five tennis courts, an outdoor hot tub, outdoor fire pits, a spa with five treatment rooms and mountain bikes. We have horseback riding, jeep tours, hot air balloon tours and even a local mine can be toured nearby. In fact, many of our groups will take our scheduled shuttle over to the Buffalo Chip Saloon in Cave Creek to watch the live bull riding competition. As you can see there is plenty to see and do nearby!The resort's signature restaurant, the Terras, creates a warm, comfortable ambiance with inspiring mountain views. The intimate dining room features a delightful collection of healthy cuisine. Enjoy our outdoor dining patio for those beautiful desert sunsets.Some Exciting News!We are excited to share with you that the CIVANA Carefree (formerly the Carefree Resort) has recently been restored to its mid-century modern origins, with an emphasis on health and wellness. All guestroom enhancements and public space renovations, were completed in early 2018. Now that the 20,000 square foot CIVANA Spa is complete – with 24 treatment rooms and rejuvenating waters – CIVANA Carefree is a boutique destination wellness resort where guests are able to experience healthy cuisine, an abundance of lifestyle movement and fitness classes while having access to a world-class spa!Relax and exhale while experiencing the spiritual decadence of massage treatments and therapies exclusive to our Spa. Spend an afternoon or an entire day dedicated to body treatments, massage and skin care all designed to relieve stress and fatigue while rejuvenating the body and mind.Make your next vacation a stay to remember at the CIVANA Carefree!
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00pm |
| Check Out: | 12:00 noon |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2017 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 187 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 187 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 7 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 127 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 60 |
| Suites: | 20 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 3 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 16000 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 500 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 2.0 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 15.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 15.0 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 3p - 10p |
| Pool Info: CIVANA Carefree boasts a spectacular Serenity Pool and accompanying whirlpool nestled in the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert. During the day, enjoy lunch or your favorite cold libation as you soak up the sun. In the evening engage in a conversation over the poolside gas firepit. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing respite at our newly remodeled Carefree Suites pool. | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 48 hours on individual reservations | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 13.27% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $30.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 9.30% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 9.30% |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 25.00 Per Day (Per room, per night) |
| Porterage Fee: | 6.00 Per Item (PER NEEDED) |
| Shipping Handling Fee: | 5.00 Per Item (Varies) |
| Additional Person Fee: | 20.00 Per Person |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day (Complimentary) |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 200.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: | 125.00 Per Night |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 22.00% |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 22.00% |
| Banquet Labor Fees: | 50.00 Per Hour |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 125.00 Per Hour |
| Chef Attendant Fees: | 125.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 22.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 25.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 35.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 35.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 42.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 24.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 68.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 80.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 12.00 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 72.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Soda: | 3.50 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 3.75 Per Person |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 18.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 39.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Camping or barbeque facilities
- Car rental
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Grocery service
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Kitchenette in room
- Licensed bar
- Mini bar
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Shows or evening entertainment
- Spa
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Tennis court
- Terrace
- Travellers cheques accepted
- Valet Parking
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Carefree Resort is located just North of the Phoenix/Scottsdale Metro Area in Carefree, Arizona. The resort is serviced by Phoenix Sky Harbor airport located 27.5 miles (45 minutes or less) to the south and Scottsdale Airport located 12 miles to the south.
Local Shuttle Info: Scheduled shuttle within a 3 mile radius - intended for the shops and restaurants along Cave Creek Road.
Breakfast Information
Two Full Service Restaurants - Terras and Café Meto - serving breakfast and lunch daily or Catering Functions for private dining. While Terras is about choice (grass-fed meats, wine, desserts), Café Meto offers a purer menu of breakfast bowls, salads, wraps, smoothies, freshly squeezed juices and both offer locally roasted coffees. The Café Meto Courtyard is available to private group functions after 4:00pm.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Small pets allowed in Resort rooms, up to 50 pounds. Non-refundable deposit of $50 per day.
Parking Info
The resort offers ample complimentary parking, in addition to bellman/valet parking service.
Internet / WiFI
Wi-Fi is part of the Experience Fee and gives you access from your sleeping room and any common areas.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: The Carefree Bistro - A charming cafe offering a variety of breakfast options. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
- Lunch: Café Bink - A cozy eatery serving gourmet sandwiches and salads. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Horny Toad Restaurant - A western-themed restaurant known for its delicious steaks and lively atmosphere. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Hiking at Pinnacle Peak Park - Enjoy a scenic hike with stunning views of the Sonoran Desert. Located 10 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The Herb Box - A trendy restaurant offering healthy breakfast options. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Cartwright's Modern Cuisine - A fine dining restaurant specializing in modern American cuisine. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: El Encanto Mexican Restaurant - A family-owned Mexican restaurant with authentic dishes. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Desert Botanical Garden - Explore the beautiful desert flora and fauna in this botanical garden. Located 20 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The Breakfast Club - A popular breakfast spot with a wide range of menu options. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Mission - A modern Latin restaurant offering a fusion of flavors. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: FnB Restaurant - A farm-to-table restaurant known for its innovative dishes. Located 5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Hot Air Balloon Ride - Experience the breathtaking views of the Arizona landscape from a hot air balloon. Located 15 miles from the hotel.
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Previously known as:
Carefree Resort & Conference Center, Civana Carefree
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa.
Feel free to use the CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Carefree event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Saguaro Ballroom | 80 x 120 x 20 | 9600 | 400/400 | 300 | 400 | 92 | 80 | 240 | 63/50 | 1100 | 1000 | 1000 |
Close This Saguaro BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 9600 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 80 x 120 x 20 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 20 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Board Room | 24 x 20 x 9 | 480 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 18 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Board RoomRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 480 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 24 x 20 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Columns: 0 Windows: 1 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Complimentary with minimum spend in Banquet food and beverage  | ||||||||||||
| Mesquite Room | 60 x 40 x 14 | 2400 | --/150 | 70 | 60 | 30 | 24 | -- | --/-- | 150 | 100 | -- |
Close This Mesquite RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 2400 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 60 x 40 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 12 Columns: 2 Windows: 5 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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FAQs about Civana Wellness Resort & spa
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 noon based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Civana Wellness Resort & spa have?
There are 187 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Civana Wellness Resort & spa?
Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Civana Wellness Resort & spa?
Two Full Service Restaurants - Terras and Café Meto - serving breakfast and lunch daily or Catering Functions for private dining. While Terras is about choice (grass-fed meats, wine, desserts), Café Meto offers a purer menu of breakfast bowls, salads, wraps, smoothies, freshly squeezed juices and both offer locally roasted coffees. The Café Meto Courtyard is available to private group functions after 4:00pm.
What parking is available at Civana Wellness Resort & spa?
The resort offers ample complimentary parking, in addition to bellman/valet parking service.
How much does internet cost?
Wi-Fi is part of the Experience Fee and gives you access from your sleeping room and any common areas.
Can I get a AAA rate at Civana Wellness Resort & spa?
Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA Double Queen ADA Accessible Room 2 Queen Beds Partial Mtn View Ex Large Shower WiFi Luxury Linen
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Civana Wellness Resort & spa?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Civana Wellness Resort & spa?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Civana Wellness Resort & spa?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. CIVANA Carefree boasts a spectacular Serenity Pool and accompanying whirlpool nestled in the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert. During the day, enjoy lunch or your favorite cold libation as you soak up the sun. In the evening engage in a conversation over the poolside gas firepit. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing respite at our newly remodeled Carefree Suites pool..
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