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The Westin Kierland Resort & SpavsTalking Stick Resort
Both The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa and Talking Stick Resort are recommended by expert writers. Overall, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa ranks significantly better than Talking Stick Resort. The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa comes in at 85 with praise from 7 publications like Star Service, Oyster 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"
Talking Stick Resort Oyster Star Service Gayot Zagat U.S. News & World Report
9800 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
From $239/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
OysterUpscale
"Talking Stick Resort is a luxury high-rise offering the Vegas experience -- a big casino, two golf courses, live music, restaurants, a nightclub and theater -- on a reservation near Scottsdale." Full review
Star Service "Situated 10 minutes from central Scottsdale...this is sunny Arizona's answer to Las Vegas-style gaming and glitzy day- and nightlife." Full review
Gayot "Offers 497 guest rooms accented by gourmet dining, an open-air spa, casino, quality entertainment facilities and more than 100,000 square feet of function space."
Zagat4.5
"This "beautiful" casino resort with a "Vegas feel" impresses via "gorgeous", "modern" rooms and suites featuring free WiFi and iPod docks."
U.S. News & World Report34.0
"Situated on a Native American reservation just northeast of Scottsdale, Talking Stick Resort has the essentials to compete in the Phoenix-Scottsdale tourism industry." Full review
