Rancho de los Caballeros is a historic guest ranch resort and award-winning golf club situated in the spectacular Sonoran Desert. Opened in 1948, the guest ranch has been family-owned and operated since its inception and continues to honor the grand tradition of the Spanish caballeros, the “gentlemen on horseback,” who explored and settled the Southwest.

With 20,000 acres of lush open range, 100 saddle horses and seasoned wranglers to reassure greenhorns, The Ranch offers an uncommon Western vacation you'll never forget. The Full American Plan rates include three inspired meals each day… just listen for the dinner bell and savor a half-century tradition of Western hospitality and personalized service.

Activities

Tennis (on-site professional), swimming, team penning, campfire cookouts, complimentary kids program, nature walks and birdwatching with our on-site Naturalist, trap and skeet shooting, full service Spa, ATV tours, Jeep tours, hot air balloon rides (upon request), meeting rooms, babysitting services

Accommodations

Rancho de los Caballeros offers a variety of room accommodations. All guest rooms and suites are decorated in warm Southwestern colors, feature handcrafted furniture and contain everything you need for a relaxing visit.

Each room or suite is equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, telephone/modem, television (DVD & VCR available on request), air conditioning, iron & ironing board, hair dryer and a private sun patio. Turndown service is provided.

For guests who want to stay in touch with the world, complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and throughout The Ranch.

Food

At The Ranch, meals are epicurean events not to be missed. All are included in the price of your stay, and the talented chef and culinary team work hard to provide three inspired feasts each day.

Breakfast is a full buffet featuring nearly everything under the morning sun. From homemade biscuits to made-to-order omelets, if you've craving it, our chef is likely serving it. Lunch is another impressive buffet with a cuisine for every palette, with poolside dining available. The dinner menu, which changes each night, includes a choice of four soups or salads, five delectable entrees, and of course, dessert. At dinner, jackets or Western-style vests are required for men, and appropriate dress, for ladies. Children are asked not to wear t-shirts or shorts in the main dining room.

Area Attractions

Historic Wickenburg is a great place to relive the vibrant history of the Southwest. The Desert Caballeros Western Museum is nationally recognized for its historical and cultural exhibits, and guests love to explore the Native American Room, Gem & Mineral Room and numerous famous historic street scenes. The Vulture Mine is Arizona’s first gold mine, and tours of the remaining buildings and surrounding area provide a glimpse into the hardscrabble past of Arizona’s first gold prospectors. A moderately challenging trail hike up Vulture Peak allows for spectacular sweeping views of the Bradshaw Mountains and as far away as Phoenix. Additionally, Rancho de los Caballeros maintains an impressive collection of Western artists including Remington and Russell.

Spend the morning shopping in charming downtown Wickenburg where you'll find plenty of souvenirs and gifts with the flavor of the Southwest. The town offers dozens of specialty stores featuring antiques, western apparel and tack, Mexican furniture, Native American crafts and jewelry, art, collectibles and more. Galleries and antique shops are located in the historic district and throughout the town, so feel free to wander about and see what you discover.

Located in Wickenburg, Arizona, the Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts presents a series of national and international touring performances every year. From comedy acts to musicals, dramas to Western entertainment, the schedule includes something for everyone. The intimate, 600-seat theatre is dedicated to enhancing the cultural experience of the Northwest Valley and welcomes visitors from anywhere with open arms.