Deals @ the JW Marriott Desert Ridge

Summer is a normally a fantastic time to find some great deals on hotel rates in Phoenix. This year, with the economy in the pits, it seems like the deals are even better. I just booked a "Revive Spa Package for Two People" at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge for $239 (for a Saturday evening stay).

It includes the following:

• Deluxe Resort Room
• Breakfast Buffet, including tax, per person, in Blue Sage Restaurant, or Spa Bistro each morning (maximum $22 value)
• 1 Spa Treatment at Revive Spa, including gratuity, per person

We did the same package last year for $319. Even at that price, we thought it was a great deal, since the room alone can run that much during most of the year. Last year we got lucky and were upgraded to an 869 square foot Executive Suite. We're not expecting another upgrade this time around, but are definitely looking forward to our "weekend getaway"!