Arizona Grand Resort

Arizona Grand Resort - A family-friendly golf and spa resort with a 3 hectare water park and South Mountain trails access

Nestled at the base of South Mountain Preserve, Arizona Grand Resort offers 744 spacious one- and two-bedroom suites, each featuring private balconies or patios, separate living areas, and ergonomic workspaces with high-speed Wi-Fi. The resort includes a 1858.1 m² Athletic Club with an indoor lap pool, racquetball court, and state-of-the-art fitness equipment, alongside a Four Diamond Spa offering massage treatments and facials. Guests can dine at six on-site eateries, including Rustler's Rooste steakhouse with skyline views, the Caribbean-themed Lobby Bar, and Oasis Bar & Grill serving burgers and tropical drinks by the water park. Arizona Grand Golf Course provides a desert-style 18-hole layout with mountain vistas, while the 3 hectare Oasis Water Park features eight-story slides, a wave pool, and a lazy river. The resort is 5 km from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and adjacent to 96.6 km of hiking and biking trails in the 7 hectare South Mountain Preserve. Over 11148.4 m² of meeting space accommodates events, with AV equipment and banquet services available.

Pros

Direct access to South Mountain Preserve's 96.6 km of trails for hiking and mountain biking.

The 3 hectare Oasis Water Park includes thrill slides, a wave pool, and a 25-person hot tub, recognized by the Travel Channel.

Six on-site dining options range from casual poolside fare at Oasis Bar & Grill to an authentic hilltop steakhouse.

Spacious suites feature separate living areas, balconies, and ergonomic workstations.

The 1858.1 m² Athletic Club offers Peloton bikes, a heated lap pool, and racquetball.

Cons

The water park's thrill slides require a minimum height of 48 inches, limiting access for younger children.

Additional fees apply for Oasis Water Park wristbands beyond the allotted number per room type.