Orange Tree Golf Resort
This Scottsdale resort has been a finalist for the Scottsdale Green by Design Award from the Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau for its recycling and water conservation programs. The guest suites include large living areas and a sleeping area. French doors open to a patio or terrace, providing a view of the desert. The suites include a two-person whirlpool tub. Guests can play golf on the Parkland-style, 18-hole championship golf course, using their personal golf clubs or rent a set from the facility. The reservation and golf packages can be purchased at the same time, saving money on rental fees. The resort has an an on-site fitness center and is near other attractions such as shopping centers, museums and the Phoenix Zoo.
Orange Tree Golf Resort
10601 N. 56th St.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85254
(480) 948-6100 or (866) 729-7182
www.shellhospitality.com
Xona Resort Suites
This Scottsdale resort contains amenities for various types of travelers, including golfers, business travelers, long-term guests and family vacationers. Guests select one-, two- and four-bedroom suites that contain flat-screen television, living and dining areas, wireless connections and patios or balconies. The resort's golf concierge service helps you plan your golf vacation, designing the package to meet individual golfing desires. It even helps you select the right Scottsdale golf course based on your criteria. The golf vacation can be planned before leaving home. Guests can even pre-order their groceries using the Xona Resort Suites Online Grocery; the food is in the refrigerator when guests arrive in their suites. The Asada Desert Grille serves southwestern-style cuisine. The resort is a few minutes away from spas, local attractions, restaurants, bars and other outdoor activities.
Xona Resort Suites of Scottsdale
7677 E. Princess Blvd.
Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
(888) 222-1059
www.xonaresort.com
FireSky Resort and Spa
This resort sits in the heart of Scottsdale, close to the Fashion Square, museums, golf courses and other attractions. It has 204 guestrooms and suites with flat-screen televisions, in-room safes, a stocked honor bar, multi-line phones with voicemail and speakerphone, coffee makers and complementary coffees and tea, bathrobes, plush-feather pillows and mattresses, pet amenities and spa-inspired bath amenities. The entire resort has Internet access and is wheelchair-accessible. Outdoor activities include playing golf on one of the 250 courses in the area, horseback riding, mountain biking, hot-air balloon rides and hiking. Services from Jurlique spa include massages, body wraps, facials and manicures. Guests can get spa services from the comfort of their rooms. The concierge staff helps plan all aspects of your vacation.
FireSky Resort and Spa
4925 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
(480) 945-7666
www.fireskyresort.com
About The Author
Based in Tucson, Ariz., Cicely A. Richard has been writing since 1996. Her articles have been published in the “Arizona Daily Star” newspaper and “ForeWord Magazine.” Richard earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and journalism from Louisiana State University.
