800/234-5117 or 520/299-2020
www.loewshotels.com

Adobe-inspired golf resort surrounded by links and set against the foothills of the Santa Catalinas.

ROOMS 398 with a soft Southwestern look (light woods, desert colors), two-person bathtubs, terraces.
SERVICE Staff-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.
FOOD 5 restaurants, including Ventana Room (the area's No. 1 for food in Zagat) for New American dishes like pheasant with mushroom fricassee and roasted hazelnuts; Flying V for more casual meals.
FACILITIES 2 golf courses, 2 pools, 8 tennis courts, gym, spa, kids' program.
COST Doubles from $339.