
Arizona Grand Resort & Spa
Best for families and kids who want included access to a large on-site water park and suite-style rooms.
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Arizona Grand Resort & Spa is an all-suite, family-friendly Phoenix resort centered on a 7-acre water park and extensive meeting and recreation facilities. The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa is a polished, amenity-rich Scottsdale resort known for golf, multiple pools and proximity to Kierland Commons — read this if you’re choosing between a splash-focused family resort and a more refined Scottsdale golf-and-shopping option.
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Best for families and kids who want included access to a large on-site water park and suite-style rooms.

Best for travelers who want a refined Scottsdale resort with on-site golf, a staffed spa and immediate access to Kierland Commons shopping and dining.
When Arizona Grand Resort & Spa wins: pick Arizona Grand if you’re bringing children or a group that prioritizes an on-site water park, multiple resort pools, large suites and extensive event space. The water-park access is included with the resort fee, and the property is built around family recreation.
When The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa wins: choose the Westin Kierland if you want a more polished Scottsdale base with golf on-site, a full spa program, multiple dining outlets and very close walking access to Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter.
Bottom line: Arizona Grand is the clear choice for families and groups focused on splash-and-suite value; The Westin Kierland is better for travelers seeking upscale resort polish, golf, and easy access to Scottsdale shopping and restaurants.
| Category | Arizona Grand Resort & Spa | The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large family-focused resort with water-park energy and all-suite floorplans | Polished Scottsdale resort with golf, multiple pools and family-friendly but upscale feel |
| Location (neighborhood) | South Mountain / Phoenix (near South Mountain Preserve) | Scottsdale (near Kierland Commons) |
| Size (rooms) | All-suite property with 740–744 suites (record lists 740–744) | 735 guestrooms |
| Best for ages | All ages — clearly family-oriented with kids’ rules for water park | All ages — family-friendly resort with kids’ pools |
| Pools & water features | 7-acre Oasis Water Park (slides, lazy river, wave pool) plus multiple resort pools and 7 hot tubs | Two outdoor pools, poolside bar and children’s pool; pool access ramp on site |
| Golf | 18-hole Arizona Grand Golf Course on property | Golf course on site and driving range on site |
| Spa & fitness | Arizona Grand Spa plus a 20,000 sq. ft. Athletic Club (fitness facility) | Full spa services and health club/fitness facilities on site |
| Dining & bars | Several on-site venues including Lobby Grill, Rustler's Rooste, Aunt Chilada's, Oasis Bar & Grill and Marketplace Café | Three restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe and poolside bar; 24-hour room service available |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive event space (up to ~120,000 sq ft across many ballrooms/venues) | Conference center and event facilities (includes 194 sq ft listed; broader meeting space available) |
| Airport access | About a 10–11 minute drive to Phoenix Sky Harbor (site says about 6 miles) | |
| Pet policy | Does not accept pets except service animals (fee for service animals may apply) | Property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply; service animals exempt) |
Arizona Grand sits at the base of South Mountain Preserve in Phoenix, minutes from the resort’s water park and golf course.
Choose Arizona Grand for access to South Mountain recreation and nearby Tempe/Phoenix attractions.
The Westin Kierland is in Scottsdale, a short walk from Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter.
Choose the Westin Kierland if you want a Scottsdale base with shopping and golf within easy reach.
Arizona Grand is an all-suite resort — guests stay in suites with separate living areas and sofa beds.
If you want suite-style space for families, Arizona Grand’s room types are built with that in mind.
The Westin Kierland offers a broad set of traditional rooms and suites across many view and bed configurations.
Pick the Westin Kierland for standard hotel rooms and suites with resort views and more typical service-level options.
Arizona Grand offers multiple family-friendly restaurants, a signature steakhouse and a poolside grill at the water park.
Arizona Grand emphasizes casual, family-friendly dining with convenient pool and water-park options.
The Westin Kierland has three restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe and 24-hour room service for added convenience.
The Westin Kierland offers a polished dining lineup with convenient room service and easy access to nearby Scottsdale dining at Kierland Commons.
Arizona Grand’s signature amenity is its 7-acre Oasis Water Park, included for resort guests via the resort fee.
If the trip centers on water slides, a lazy river and splash time for kids, Arizona Grand is the clear pick.
The Westin Kierland provides two outdoor pools, a poolside bar and family-friendly pool amenities alongside on-site golf.
Pick the Westin Kierland if you prefer a more traditional resort-pool experience combined with on-site golf.
Arizona Grand pairs a full-service spa with a large Athletic Club and family entertainment options.
Arizona Grand suits guests who want a strong fitness program and family-friendly evening dining/entertainment.
The Westin Kierland includes spa services, a health club and evening dining/drink options near Kierland Commons.
The Westin Kierland is a good match for travelers who want on-site spa/fitness plus a short walk to Scottsdale nightlife and dining.

Arizona Grand — included access to the 7-acre Oasis Water Park, suite layouts and multiple pools make it a family-first choice.

The Westin Kierland — on-site golf and a short walk to Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter fit golf-and-shop itineraries.

Arizona Grand — extensive meeting and ballroom inventory (many large ballrooms and flexible event space) suits big conferences and weddings.

The Westin Kierland — resort-style polish, a full-service spa and refined dining options cater to travelers wanting a traditional upscale resort stay.
Arizona Grand — the on-site Oasis Water Park, multiple family pools, suite-style rooms and family-oriented dining make it the stronger pick for kids.
The Westin Kierland — it’s a short walk from Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter, so it’s the easier base for shopping and restaurants in Scottsdale.
Yes — Arizona Grand includes access to its Oasis Water Park as part of the resort-fee inclusions for guests; The Westin Kierland does not list an on-site water park.
Both properties have golf: Arizona Grand has an 18-hole on-site golf course; The Westin Kierland also lists golf on site and a driving range — choose based on course preference and proximity to other Scottsdale golf options.
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