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Jacuzzi, tucked into a rocky hillside, is as romantic as they come. All guest rooms have
great views and feature European deluxe decor. Balconies provide plenty of room for
taking in the vista. There's also an excellent restaurant, Alchemy.
13225 N. Eagle Ridge Dr., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. & 877/707-7760 or 480/333-1900. Fax 480/333-
1901. www.copperwynd.com. 40 units. Late Dec to late Apr $379-$429 double, $825-$925 villa; late Apr
to mid-May and late Sept to late Dec $269-$329 double, $750-$900 villa; mid-May to late Sept $169-
$209 double, $550-$650 villa. Children 17 and under stay free in parent's room. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V.
Amenities: 2 restaurants; 2 lounges; concierge; health club; 2 Jacuzzis; 2 pools; saunas; full-service spa;
9 tennis courts. In room: A/C, TV, fridge, hair dryer, Wi-Fi (in some).
Fairmont Scottsdale Kids With its royal palms, tiled fountains, and water-
falls, the Fairmont offers an exotic atmosphere that will delight anyone in search of a
getaway that doesn't entail learning Spanish or spending Euros. A water playground (with
two water slides) and a kids' fishing pond also make this resort a hit with families. The
resort, a 20-minute drive from Old Town Scottsdale, is home to the FBR Open golf
tournament, which means the fairways here are top-notch. Guest rooms are done in
contemporary Southwestern style, and bathrooms have double vanities and separate
showers and tubs. All units have private balconies. For stepped-up amenities, opt for a
room in the Gold wing. There's also the Willow Stream spa (p. 449), and the resort offers
an eco-education program that includes guided hikes.
7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85255. & 800/344-4758 or 480/585-4848. Fax [phone]. www.
fairmont.com/scottsdale. 649 units. $149-$589 double; $319-$3,800 suite. Children 17 and under stay
free in parent's room. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V. Valet parking $23. Pets accepted ($25 per night). Amenities: 3
restaurants; 3 lounges; children's programs; concierge; executive-level rooms; exercise room; 2 18-hole
golf courses; Jacuzzi; 5 pools; room service; full-service spa; 7 tennis courts; Wi-Fi. In room: A/C, TV, hair
dryer, Internet, minibar, MP3 docking station (in some).
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North In the foothills of
north Scottsdale adjacent to (and with privileges at) the legendary Troon North golf
course, the Four Seasons is even more impressive than the nearby Boulders Resort. This
superluxurious resort may not feel as expansive as the Boulders, but in every other aspect
it is superior. With casita accommodations scattered across a boulder-strewn hillside, the
Four Seasons boasts one of the Valley's most dramatic settings, and with a hiking trail to
nearby Pinnacle Peak Park, the resort is a good choice for anyone who wants to explore
the desert on foot. Guest rooms and suites are among the most lavish you'll find in Ari-
zona. If you can afford it, opt for one with a private plunge pool and an outdoor
shower—a luxury usually found only in tropical resorts.
10600 E. Crescent Moon Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85262. & 888/207-9696 or 480/515-5700. Fax 480/515-
5599. www.fourseasons.com/scottsdale. 210 units. Jan-May $475-$645 double, $825-$5,500 suite;
June-Aug $195-$250 double, $500-$3,000 suite; Sept-Dec $295-$595 double, $500-$5,000 suite. Chil-
dren 17 and under stay free in parent's room. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V. Valet parking $26. Small pets accepted.
Amenities: 3 restaurants; 2 lounges; babysitting; children's programs; concierge; 2 18-hole golf courses;
health club; Jacuzzi; 3 pools (including large 2-level pool); room service; sauna; spa; 2 tennis courts. In
room: A/C, TV/DVD, hair dryer, minibar, MP3 docking station (in some), Wi-Fi.
Expensive
Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino In the Scottsdale area, you just
can't stay any closer to the desert than at this beautiful resort northeast of Fountain Hills.
Although the Radisson is a 30-minute drive from downtown Scottsdale, the location is
hard to beat if you've come to the area to experience the desert. The resort is on the Fort
McDowell Yavapai Nation, and the tribe's Fort McDowell Casino is a big draw for many

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