Best resort bars in Phoenix

Spots to show off the Sonoran Desert

The Valley boasts fabulous bars and gorgeous views of the Sonoran Desert. Sometimes the two become juxtaposed, and the result is elegant surroundings and classy cocktails.

These are places we love to take our out-of-town guests, where we might spot celebs and where we can enjoy trendy cocktails, even if we don't have the money for a dinner at the next-door restaurant. These are the places we want to go when we want to look as good as the scenery that surrounds us.

Here's a look at some of the Valley's best resort bars. — Julia Guzy, special for Metromix