Arizona Grand Resort

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Many luxury resorts offer so many features and amenities that they resemble theme parks, and the Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix is one of the best resorts in the southwest. With different features for the whole family to enjoy, a stay at this resort can be a unique theme park getaway.

The Arizona Grand is a luxury resort in Phoenix.

About the Arizona Grand

This relaxing resort is located just six miles from the Sky Harbor Airport in downtown Phoenix. The hotel part of the resort offers a range of room sizes and styles, including multi-bedroom suites, view suites, and smaller economical suites for all budgets. Elegant decorations reflect both Native American and Hispanic influences, and the landscaping includes sumptuous fountains that make the resort truly an oasis in the midst of the southwestern desert. Sweeping views of the nearby desert and mountains surround the resort with relaxing vistas and are one reason why the Arizona Grand received a four diamond rating from AAA. It is the many features of the resort, however, that contribute to its luxury and make it a great family destination.

Features of the Arizona Grand Resort

The Arizona Grand offers something for everyone, whether guests are interested in exploring the natural attractions of the region, if they want to indulge in pampering luxuries, or if they prefer to enjoy all the excitement the area has to offer.

Arizona Grand Golf Course

The eighteen hole Arizona Grand Golf Course is a highly rated facility that blends magnificently with the surrounding desert landscape. Varied elevations contribute to the diversity of this challenging course, and the layout both begins and ends near the resort for guests’ convenience. Specialty arrangements for the course can be made through the resort.

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Arizona Grand Spa

For the ultimate in pampering, guests can visit the Arizona Grand Spa with its luxurious selection of both classic and exotic spa treatments. Options include reflexology and couples massage packages, a lava shell massage, Sedona mud purification treatments, chardonnay sugar scrubs, facials, and lavender milk massages. A variety of hair coloring and styling appointments are available, as well as facials, waxing, and other body care treatments. Specialty packages are available for both men and women, and unique packages are also available specifically for teens.

Arizona Grand Athletic Club

Resort guests interested in working up a sweat are welcome to visit the 20,000 square foot fitness facility. Different types of cardio machines are available as well as a range of free weights, and more than 45 fitness classes are offered weekly. A heated lap pool is another popular feature.

Guests interested in getting their workout outdoors can take advantage of the resort’s proximity to one of the nation’s largest metropolitan parks and its more than 17,000 acres of recreational space. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding are all offered and can be arranged through the resort’s concierge service.

Oasis Water Park

The Arizona Grand Resort is home to one of the state’s largest water parks. An eight story tower is home to three exciting water slides – two speed body slides and one serpentine slide. The Zuni River circles much of the park and features lazy curves and gently currents to enjoy, while the nearby wave pool offers more exciting splashes for everyone. A children’s water play area and abundant sunbathing space are additional features of the water park, and the 25-person hot tub is a popular attraction for adults.

The Oasis Water Park is only available to resort guests, and inner tubes and towels are provided without charge. During the summer months, regular evening movies are shown near the wave pool though the water slides are closed during these events.

Additional Features

In addition to these major attractions, the Arizona Grand also offers:

Abundant meeting space for conventions or special events
Both a family and an adults-only pool
On-site restaurants, including a grill, brewery, and Mexican restaurant as well as room service
Condominiums available for purchase

Other Phoenix Attractions

While the resort offers a range of attractions for all ages, guests who wish to explore more of the Phoenix area can take advantage of many entertaining options, including:

A friend awaits every Arizona Grand visitor.

Major league sports, including the Arizona Diamondbacks baseball team and the Phoenix Coyotes NHL hockey team
Stunning art galleries and museums of southwestern and Native American artifacts
Other Arizona theme parks such as Castles ‘n Coasters
Outstanding shopping opportunities at several major malls