Q: positive

A: This was a great evening! I met a lot of new faces. ( Or at least new to me) Bingo was so funny. I can't believe I do not know the Australian Nursery Rhyme or the laugh of a Kookaburra. Bad teacher here! At least I knew what Marsupials were. (Ha,ha redeemed) I loved all the new bar food apps. We were the first ones to check them out. Woot! I am definitely going to be telling all my peeps about the 4 dollar new bar app plates. We also got two free drink coins. I had two Margaritas. Since I was the DD, Chris was great to make them light alcohol. In fact, Chris was the best bartender eva. All the servers and staff were ever so nice tonight and extremely helpful. I felt spoiled. My favorite new app was the Coconut shrimp. Of course the old favorite Blooming Onion is still as delish as ever. I was so happy for Linda too winning that huge Knife/Culinary basket. She was totally protected for sure on her drive home. lol. It was nice to see how happy she was to win her prize. Okay Yelp, thanks again for a Blarney Good time Mates! Yawll, have a great day in the Outback. PS- I was curious and could not resist. Please click on the link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fc_-icFHwQo

Q: negative

A: I've tried this place 3 times now, getting pad thai,beef stirfry, and chicken stirfry. I've found it very bland every time! Even when I add hot sauce, there is basically no flavour to my dishes at all. Very unsatisfying. Won't be going here again, especially when DNK is right down the street.

Q: positive

A: So my girlfriend and I have been to several resorts in and around Scottsdale and although the priciest, with the Montelucia you truly get what you pay for. It is the gold standard for all of the rest. Although located near the center of Scottsdale, it feels like it own remote village, like you've been transported to some place in Spain or Italy. And talk about beautiful! The rooms are the best I have ever stayed in. Enormous bathroom, shower, and living room / bedroom with a balcony. Beautiful fixtures. Truly sensational! The resort itself is relatively quiet, save for the main pool area, and very picturesque. The principal downside at the Montelucia is the food. Not a very high standard for the price and location, especially at the Spa. Ask for chicken tenders and you get something McDonalds would be disappointed with for $20-25. The Spa: We had a couple's massage there, and OH MY GOD!! It was so relaxing, so amazing, I fell asleep facing down and again facing up. I had to be woken up at the end and could barely move, I was so relaxed. A truly wonderful experience and at a reasonable price. If you stay at the hotel, you HAVE TO get a massage!! It is one of the highlights of the stay there. Another one is the roof-top pool facilities in the Spa, after your massage. Much more exclusive than the main pool and more cozy in size with beautiful 180 degree views. Worth the visit by itself. All-in-all, the Bentley of Resorts and well worth the relatively expensive price tag. Highly recommended!!! Enjoy!

Q: positive

A:
I really love this hotel! Here's why: Local- How rare is it to find a local hotel in your area? Okay well in AZ it's somewhat rare and this one is LOCAL and it's fantastic. Usually those two items don't go together. Design- I love the retro vibe of the design. It's like stepping back in time but in the best way. It makes me want to wear cat-eye glasses and drink vintage cocktails. I love it! Bath Products- Yes, I know. How tacky am I that I'm even bringing this up but c'mon; we all secretly judge hotels by the quality of what they have in the bathroom. These Icelandic wonder potions smell amazing! AND the soap is a sphere. Holy shit! Nothing gives me more satisfaction than rolling that around in my hands as I wash them (it's the small things in life, really). Honestly, when I stayed here with a friend for my birthday we literally had the same fond memory "SOAP BALLS!" We recalled, affectionately. Customer Service- Every employee I've ever talked to is nice and upbeat. I like that, especially being a local that stays here for fun every now and again. The pool- Is awesome. Both of them (I just remembered there are two; one has a cool fountain and the other I've actually sat by). I love lounging out there and just checking out from life for awhile. Man- I need a staycation!