Inside historic metro Phoenix hotels where celebrities have stayed

The San Marcos Hotel hosted the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club's open to qualify for the annual P.G.A.

The Hermosa Inn was originally the home and studio of Lon Megargee, a famous Arizona cowboy artist known for his paintings of the Old West.

Hotel Valley Ho features a rooftop pool called "OH Pool Bar + Cabanas," which offers views of the surrounding desert landscape.

The Egyptian Motor Hotel features an eclectic and retro interior design that blends elements that includes bold colors and geometric patterns.

The Camelback Inn is that it was the first resort in Arizona to feature air conditioning in all guest rooms, setting a new standard of comfort for desert retreats in the region.

The San Marcos Hotel opened on November 22, 1913, making it over a century old. It was one of the earliest luxury resort hotels in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

The Hermosa Inn is that it was originally built in 1936 as a private hacienda-style retreat, blending Spanish colonial architecture with southwestern charm to create a unique desert oasis ambiance.

Hotel Valley Ho was meticulously restored in the early 2000s to preserve its original mid-century modern design and ambiance.

The Egyptian Motor Hotel originally boasted of being a "mirage on the desert... come true" when it first opened in 1954.

Camelback Inn's golf course was designed by Arthur Jack Snyder, who also designed Augusta National Golf Club, home of the Masters Tournament.

The Hermosa Inn used to be named "Hermosa Ranch," until it evolved into The Hermosa Inn in the 1990s.

The Wigwam originally opened in 1929 with just six guest rooms, each featuring individual outdoor showers.

The Wigwam hotel was originally designed as a retreat for executives of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.

The Wigwam offers 331 stylish rooms, three distinctive dining options, 54 holes of championship golf, three pools and a 26,000-square-foot spa.

The Wigwam hotel originally started with just a few guest rooms in 1929 and has since grown into a sprawling resort with over 400 acres.

Hotel Valley Ho was a favorite getaway for celebrities like Marilyn Monroe and Janet Leigh during the 1950s and 1960s.

The Egyptian Motor Hotel originally was designed in an Egyptian Revival style, featuring unique architectural elements.

The San Marcos Hotel once featured a grand court, a covered patio and veranda on the front of the building, which became one of the most popular gathering spots for guests to enjoy.

The Hermosa Inn features an outdoor sculpture garden showcasing artworks by local and regional artists.

Hotel Valley Ho was designed by architect Edward L. Varney, who incorporated mid-century modern architecture and futuristic elements, making it a standout example of retro-cool design in Scottsdale.

The Egyptian Motor Hotel hosts themed events featuring local artist and musicians, adding to its eclectic and entertaining atmosphere.

A guest of Royal Palms Resort and Spa dives into the sweetheart pool circa 1950s.