Fairmont Scottsdale
Rated by AAA as a Five-Diamond resort, the Fairmont Scottsdale touts world-class hospitality and an award winning on-site Willow Stream Spa listed as "One of the Best Spas in North America" by Condé Nast Traveler. This highly acclaimed resort is also home to two 18-hole championship golf courses, one of which is home to the Annual PGA Tour FBR Open (formerly the Phoenix Open). Offering 649 guest rooms, two presidential suites, 69 signature Gold and 119 Casitas, the Fairmont offers accommodations that will suit the needs of most travelers. All guest rooms capture the area's southwest flair and include complimentary high-speed Internet, a spacious floor plan, views of the courtyard or surrounding mountains, cable TV with in-room movies, soaker tub with separate shower and a balcony or terrace with patio furniture.
The Fairmont Scottsdale highlights distinctive packages for couples and traveling families. Golfers may enjoy the championship golf package that includes one night's stay plus one round of golf per person, per paid night at TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course, TPC Scottsdale Champions Course, Grayhawk or We-ko-pa; as well as complimentary use of practice facility and transportation to and from the course. Additional resort amenities include fine-dining opportunities at five on-site award-winning restaurants, five swimming pools and seven tennis courts.
Fairmont Scottsdale
7575 East Princess Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 585-4848
fairmont.com/scottsdale
Four Seasons Scottsdale
The Four Seasons Scottsdale is located within the foothills of Pinnacle Peak and highlights panoramic views of the outer valley and surrounding mountains. This luxury five-star resorts offers an array of on-site activities including a state-of-the-art fitness facility open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., a 6,000-square-foot bi-level pool and exclusive access to the Troon North Golf Club, named among the top ten golf resorts in the United States for 2008 by Travel and Leisure Golf.
Guest rooms and suites at the Four Seasons include distinctive in-room amenities such as a gas-burning fireplace, in-room climate control, spacious bathroom with separate soaking tub, Wi-Fi access, flat-screen television and docking station for MP3 players.
Guests may also enjoy a number of pampering spa services offered daily at the Four Season's Spa.
Four Seasons Scottsdale
10600 East Crescent Moon Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85262-8342
(480) 515-5700
fourseasons.com/scottsdale
W Hotel Scottsdale
The W Scottsdale was designed with natural water elements and a relaxing feel meant to increase each guest's sense of calm and relaxation. This five-star resort features 224 rooms that offer sweeping views of the surrounding Sonoran Desert landscape and Camelbak Mountain, flat panel TV with premium channels, W's signature king or queen size mattress and 24 hour in-room dining services.
The W also features an on-site tension taming services from the Bliss Spa and Sweat Fitness Center. Guests are also welcomed by the W's Wet pool open 24 hours a day and equipped underwater lighting and music, and water heated or cooled as necessary. The resort is centrally located to an array of hiking and jogging trails as well as three championship golf courses within 15 miles.
W Hotel Scottsdale
7277 East Camelback Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85016
(480) 970-2100
starwoodhotels.com
About The Author
Patricia Poulin is a freelance writer based out of the western slope of Colorado. Poulin's travels and insight have chronicled in print media resources, such as "Inside Outside" and "Breathe" magazine. She is also a regular contributor for other various publications including "USA Today." Poulin holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
