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Andaz Scottsdale Review: The Bungalow Desert Resort I Booked for 20k Points a Night
My Andaz Scottsdale review: a bungalow-style desert resort booked on 20,000 Hyatt points, a Globalist suite upgrade, three pools, art, and dining.
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Review 2026: The $115 Million Reboot
My review of the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale after its $115M renovation, with new Richard Blais restaurants, refreshed pools, and rebranded rooms.
Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town Review
My review of the Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town: rooftop pool, walkable nightlife, and why it is my pick among Hilton's Scottsdale cluster.
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Review
My JW Marriott Camelback Inn review: adobe casitas, pools, spa, golf, and my Marriott Platinum suite upgrade at this classic Scottsdale desert resort.
Westin Kierland Resort & Spa Review
North Scottsdale's Westin Kierland has 27 holes of golf, a lazy river, a FlowRider, and a sunset bagpiper. Here is my take on this family and golf resort.
