While sipping complimentary Cactus Coolers inside the Grand Hyatt Regency Scottsdale in the Gainey Ranch, guests admire the elegant Frank Lloyd Wright motif in all the common areas. The famous architect designed over 11 buildings in the greater Phoenix area of Arizona, with the most famous being Taliesin West.
A standard room offers a King or two Queen size Hyatt Grand beds, a small balcony with two chairs, high speed internet, a marble bathroom with shower and Kenet MD bath amenities. There is an in-room safe, turndown service at night, in-room refrigerator and coffeemaker.
What makes this resort unique are the luxury Casita homes overlooking a lake bordering the resort. Some of the 1,200-square-foot casitas are near the adult pool, while others are near the family Fun Zone. Casita Suites offer a wood-burning fireplace and rooftop deck. Each suite includes a separate dining area, wet bar, microwave, wine cooler, Wi-Fi Internet access, refrigerator, 37” flat screen TV, video checkout, iHome stereo with a docking station, and King sized Hyatt Grand Bed. Casita Suites are available in two, three and four bedroom configurations.
In the evening, couples and families can cruise along the resort's seven-acre lake on a gondola featuring a boat driver who will seranade you with Italian songs. The ride is free for guests who dine at the resort's Italian Alto Ristorante. Otherwise, the ride costs $10 for adults and teens, $5 for kids 4-12, and free for children 3 and under.
Other themed restaruants include a Southwest bistro serving wood-fired specialities and a Wine Me, Dine Me four-course dining experience in a demonstration kitchen. This special dinner includes wine and tequila pairings with each dish for a true Southwest experience. Nearby is a small sushi bar serving Japanese cuisine.
The centerpiece of the property is the high ceiling Center Stage Bar offering fabulous views and live nightly entertainment. Some evenings there is a live Native American show. Performers are dressed in authentic outfits, while sharing their culture and history through song and dance next to the Fountain Court.
The Canyon Market is popular for a quick breakfast with pastries, oatmeal, fresh fruit and Starbucks coffee. It's open 24 hours for snacks and casual meals.
What makes this property really family-friendly though is the 2.5 acre “water playground” with ten different swimming pools, a shallow sand beach family pool with center float and fountain. Near the sand beach is a multi-level circular waterslide that is fun for adults and their children. This is a big waterslide, similar to one you would find in a water park. Families also enjoy the Fun Zone featuring clubs and balls to play at the beachside Putting Green. Sprinkled around this area is a shuffleboard court, giant chess and Jenga set. For an additional fee families can climb a 28' high rock climbing wall in this area.
For couples seeking a quieter area with less splashing, there is an adult-only pool and two poolside bars to swim up to for a mai tai or piña coloda. The circular whirlpool area offers a Frank Lloyd Wright with Greek architecture feel, with its opulent columns and water streaming into the hot tub area. When you are ready to relax, visit the Spa Avania for a facial in one of the 19 treatment rooms. What is unique at this spa is the Himalayan Salt Room providing overall wellness with its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. This area encourages clear skin, enhanced breathing, endurance and restfull sleep. Also, in the area are five Garden treatment rooms with their own private entrance, and an outdoor heated mineral pool. Before or after a treatment, relax near a lotus pond with a covered outdoor trellis. There is a state of the art exercise facility that is open 24 hours a day, and men and women’s locker areas. Comlimentary classes include morning Boot Camp, Yoga Core and Yoga Flow. On-site bicycles are available to cruise along bicycle and jogging trails. Guests can ride to a nearby shopping center offering a variety of store and dining options.
The Hyatt Regency is next to a 27 hole championship golf course at the Gainey Ranch Golf Club. A cart and range balls are included in the golf fee.
The Berk Tennis Academy provides four lighted tennis courts with recreational and competitive tennis for all levels. Professional instruction by Jennifer Berk is available to those seeking a lesson, clinic or to hit with on Saturday and Sundays by appointment.
