The Scottsdale Plaza Resort is nothing if not picturesque. The resort is situated near Camelback Mountain against a breathtaking desert backdrop. The vacation spot features an emerald-green nine-hole putting green, five glittering turquoise pools, and a rainbow assortment of garden flowers. Forty acres envelop beautiful Southwest-style architecture; sports amenities that include interior racquetball courts, a fully equipped fitness center, and lighted tennis courts; award-winning dining options; and a full-service salon and spa. World-class golf courses are minutes away, as are premier shopping and dining destinations and charming hiking prospects.

With a dedicated staff, many of whom have been with the resort for more than a decade, it’s no wonder that Scottsdale Plaza Resort is a recent recipient of the twenty-first Gold Key Award. It’s the perfect place to hold a business conference or to hide away for the weekend. Each of its 404 richly appointed guest rooms has a rustic flavor and features hardwood floors and high-speed Internet connection.

When you stay at Scottsdale Plaza Resort, get free admission to the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SmoCA) through August 31 or take advantage of other special offers. The onsite Remington’s Restaurant & Lounge has made some recent upgrades by way of chef promotions, new mouth-watering menu options, and summer deals. Summer’s end is a great time to visit this nearby resort. Check their Web site for other special packages and promotions. 7200 N. Scottsdale Rd.

Scottsdale, AZ 85253
(800) 832-2025
(480) 948-5000
scottsdaleplaza.com



It may be located in Old Town, but this hip, modern hotel certainly attracts the new crowd. This sleek lodging plays temporary home to the occasional star and is also an ideal destination for Valley residents. It’s a recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award and a host of other regional and national awards (as well as green-initiative awards), but continues to make improvements—as showcased by its 2005 $80 million renovation— and deliver quality service. The melding of twentieth-century classic design and twenty-first-century technology gives Hotel Valley Ho an appealing aesthetic and a convenient practicality.

Get VIP treatment in the Tower—an exclusive mini-hotel within the already luxurious property—or opt for one of Hotel Valley Ho’s other fabulously renovated rooms and suites. Enjoy tours, take advantage of the location in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, plan a social event, or impress your business associates and clients. Hotel Valley Ho boasts a 4,000-square-foot ballroom and a 2,400-square-foot junior ballroom in addition to four spacious boardrooms and more outdoor activity space than you could ever make use of in one visit. A comprehensive business center, the popular VH Spa, and excellent concierge services make this top hotel a favorite choice for travelers and locals, people on business and families on vacation.

Opt for traditional ’50s-style American fare with Café Zulu or transport your family out of the desert at Trader Vic’s and tuck into some Polynesian cuisine. Try your luck at a nearby casino, check out Scottsdale’s thriving art scene, and shop at exclusive Old Town boutiques or at nearby Scottsdale Fashion Square and The Biltmore. There is plenty to keep you busy and satisfied both at and around Hotel Valley Ho. And if you’ve the inclination to bring your canine friends along for the fun, you are more than welcome to do so.

6850 E. Main St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 248-2000
(866) 882-4484
hotelvalleyho.com



Elegance meets Old West at this property set on twenty-three acres just minutes away from Carefree and Cave Creek. Take in stunning panoramic views of the most beautiful desert in the country from the resort’s guest rooms or residential-style privately owned villas. Catch up on sleep in feather-top beds, let your brain shut off in front of a plasma TV, and float around in the Serenity Pool.

There are numerous amenities. Pick up some new golf gear at the Golf Pro Shop, check into the nearby Spa at Carefree for a few hours, refine your tennis game at the expansive tennis center, burn calories and maintain your fitness regimen at their fitness center, or watch a movie poolside on a Saturday evening. And with botanical gardens, an art studio, and more, you’ll never have a dull moment—unless you want one.

When the sun is setting, tuck into some juicy steaks and sip top-quality wines at the Lariat Grill. If a burger and beer is more to your taste, saunter over to the Red Horse Saloon. There are also, of course, a wide variety of shopping and dining destinations within a short distance.

Take your pets along for their own little getaway, plan your wedding, conduct your business meetings, take your sweetie on a romantic weekend, or take some time out for yourself—the Carefree Resort and Villas is your prime destination.

37220 Mule Train Rd.
Carefree, AZ 85377
(888) 692-4343
carefree-resort.com