text: We normally do not do corporatechain hotels although since this was a Kimpton I made an exception and let me just say I am so happy we didnnWe were in town for a wedding and since the reception was at the resort we figured it would also be easier just to stay there AND to make it into a little vacation by extending our stay for nights instead of What a treat it wasnnIts in the perfect location and with the complimentary SUV shuttle that takes you anywhere within miles you cannot beat it We were mere minutes from shopping dining hiking biking the nightlife We definitely took advantage of it all and enjoyed having our own chauffeurs the entire stay Not to mention that all of the valets who drove us around were great guys and pretty tolerant of some of the drunk ones in our groupnnAs for the resort itself it is like a desert oasis Fountains fire pits waterfalls and pools galore The grounds are well kept and once inside you really feel like you are in your own little world I especially loved the lobby area with open seating bar and huge fireplace to lounge by In the mornings they set up a complimentary coffee station and in the evenings they had a wine reception awesomennOur room was quite large and located on the second floor with a private balcony which was perfect for lounging in my Kimpton leopard robe each morning with a cup of coffee Bed was comfy linens were plush and the mini bar was stocked nnWhile we were there we enjoyed the fitness center dining spa pool event space the FREE wifi Every staff member we came in contact with was great friendly helpful and made sure that we had everything we needednnSuch a wonderful place to stay if we are ever back in Scottsdale this will be our first stop