Talking Stick ResortvsThe Westin Phoenix Downtown
Both properties are praised by travel writers. Overall, Talking Stick Resort is preferred by most writers compared to Westin Phoenix Downtown. Talking Stick Resort has a TripExpert Score of 79 with recommendations from 4 publications such as Star Service, Gayot and Oyster.
Talking Stick Resort
9800 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
From $239/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Upscale
"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."
Zagat
4.5
"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 Report
34.0
"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
The Westin Phoenix Downtown
333 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004
From $115/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"This Downtown Phoenix gem offers some of the largest rooms in the city, which give you a feeling of seclusion in the hustle and bustle of the city." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This Westin high-rise is luxurious and business-friendly, and offers great views of Phoenix through floor-to-ceiling windows." Full review
Star Service
"This is the newest of the bunch and a familiarly stylish option for business and leisure travelers in search of a lively downtown offering." Full review
Gayot
"We like the clean style of this downtown Westin. In fact, it reminds us a bit of Frank Lloyd Wright's designs --- to compare for yourself, day trip to Wright's Taliesin West while you're in town."
Afar Magazine
"Admire Phoenix and the Sonoran Desert from a modern guest room, just steps from the business and entertainment district, and the airport." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
24.0
"The Westin Phoenix Downtown caters to business and leisure travelers alike." Full review
Frommer's
"Calm, reliable, professional...this one gives you great views to the north. You’re right at the heart of downtown and you can walk to everything from the sports stadiums to Roosevelt Row. " Full review