Pointe South Mountain Resort
Amenity highlights: The Oasis water park made a big splash when it opened, with its slides (one is eight stories tall), float river, and wave pool. (Note: Hours of operation are limited in the Winter.) The top-notch 18-hole Phantom Horse Golf Course ends in an island green. A computer-aided golf trainer helps duffers perfect their swings. The Phantom Horse Spa offers facials, massages, and manicures, and it's a short walk to fascinating hikes on South Mountain.
Insider tip: Close by is the Arizona Mills Mall with one million square feet includes outlet stores, an IMAX theater, and themed restaurants.
The expansive Arizona Grand Resort (formerly Pointe South Mountain) is an all-suite property. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses and white bedding. Suites also have separate living rooms with queen sofa beds.
Every suite has bamboo and rattan furnishings, a private balcony or patio, a wet bar, and a CD player. High-speed Internet access is available (included in resort fee).
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