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The Westin Kierland Resort & SpavsHilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort
Both Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort and The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa scores significantly higher than Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa comes in at 85 with accolades from 7 sources including Oyster, Travel + Leisure and Gayot.
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
U.S. News & World Report
Frommer's Travel + Leisure
6902 East Greenway Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
From $367/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "The spacious rooms all have balconies or patios with views of the mountains or the resort's water park and tubing river." Full review
OysterUpscale
"While not quite a romantic escape in the same way as The Boulders or The Sanctuary, the Westin Kierland is, all-around, a great resort with a convenient Scottsdale location." Full review
Star Service "Just south of the sprawling Fairmont Scottsdale, this sophisticated castle in the desert is the centerpiece of a growing community that encompasses hundreds of time-share units." Full review
Gayot "This impressive Westin is large and diverse enough to offer satisfying luxury stays for families, couples and business travelers."
Zagat4.0
"Fans "rave" about this "beautiful" Scottsdale "desert oasis", where an "attentive" staff looks after "amazing" grounds boasting a "majestic" golf course."
Afar Magazine "Agave, The Arizona Spa melds the healing practices of the region’s native cultures with therapies from the East, like acupuncture, Tui’ Na, and Thai massage." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is a luxurious desert outpost in Dreamweaver’s Canyon that accommodates leisure, business, events, and golf travelers." Full review
U.S. News & World Report22.0
"Families who travel to this standout Scottsdale property find something for everyone: pools, a golf course and Agave, The Arizona Spa are just a few amenities travelers enjoy." Full review
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The resort has multiple restaurants to choose from, but for a sophisticated dining experience, indulge your palate at Deseo, the resort's premier eatery.
Frommer's "A slew of events each day—from desert-animal demonstrations to a bagpiper at sunset—give the place a lively vibe...guest rooms all have balconies or patios" Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Sonoran Desert is a geographical wonder, dotted with mighty saguaro cacti, but if you’re here in the hotter months, you might need the lazy river (and gigantic waterslide) at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa to you cool down after a desert excursion"
Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort Travel + Leisure Star Service Gayot U.S. News & World Report Oyster Frommer's
11111 North 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85020
From $152/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure "This all-suite resort sits on a mountain above Phoenix, near the North Mountain Preserve. Its earth-toned buildings with Mediterranean-style arches are situated on different levels of the cliff side." Full review
Star Service "This aptly named resort is perched high above the city, nestled amid the Tapatio Cliffs." Full review
Gayot "Located on the slopes of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve, adjacent to North Mountain Park, this appealing resort offers all-suite accommodations."
U.S. News & World Report42.0
"The Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs is a superb resort for a casual stay." Full review
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When dinnertime rolls around, sit down to a satisfying steak dinner at the AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Different Pointe of View restaurant (but be sure to make reservations).
OysterUpscale
"Set against the North Mountain Preserve and the Sonoran Desert, the upscale Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort is a sprawling, family-friendly property with 584 suites." Full review
Frommer's "The Falls, a 3 1/2-acre water playground, includes two pools, a 138-foot water slide, 40-foot cascades, and a whirlpool...all rooms are spacious suites with southwest-inspired furnishings" Full review
