The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

4 stars
4000 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
18 reviews
Great for business traveler

This hotel has all the amenities and conveniences to accommodate the business traveler. See full review

  • TC Travel
  • May 6, 2013
Wonderful Scottsdale Hotel

Fr friendly staff to my room, every attention to detail was in Place. I highly recommend this hotel... See full review

  • Travelling Tobi
  • Dec 4, 2012
The Saguaro arrives in November 2011, bringing with it a new look to where Old Town, the Arts district and Civic Center Mall meet. Bright, lush and vibrant, it's a fresh face amid Scottsdale's downtown scene. Inspired by the contemporary architecture of Mexico and the Arizona desert, The Saguaro is designed around the color and light of the surrounding landscape.

The Saguaro experience begins, fittingly enough, outside amid the arid weather and brilliant sunlight of the Sonoran Desert. Each room exterior is accented by the color of a native desert flower, creating a visual spectrum throughout the resort grounds. Inside, your room's primary color is joined by contemporary and natural furnishings in wood and leather, including hand-crafted pieces imported from Mexico. A stay here is about relaxation, nature and yes, our two famous pools. Both are easy walks from every room, heated and ringed by cabanas. The Saguaro Spa welcomes you to de-stress you even further. When it's time to recharge, the comprehensive fitness center will get you looking your best for around the poolside bar.

The hotel features an onsite Jose Garces signature Restaurant, Food Network's 2010 The Next Iron Chef winner. Distrito, a modern Mexican restaurant and bar features the wonderfully diverse street food of Mexico City, known in that country as the Distrito Federal and Mexican Barbacoa, or barbecue. Distrito will also offer guests over 100 varieties of tequila and an exciting array of drinks. Enjoy a playful and relaxed dining experience offering a taste of modern Mexican street food alongside a dazzling array of mouthwatering fresh fruit margaritas and cold craft beers on an our outdoor patio with views of the amazing Arizona sunset. Also enjoy Saguaro's lounge Old Town Whiskey, a bar evocative of frontier drink parlors of old, Old Town Whiskey offers a collection of domestic spirits and artfully crafted cocktails alongside classic American dishes. In the morning stop by for a cup of joe from the Garces Trading Company, serving Chef Garces' custom-roasted GTC coffees and house baked goods.

A resort fee of $19 per day does apply and will be collected/charged by the hotel at check-in.

Resort Fee inclusions:

Complimentary access to our state of the art fitness center, Complimentary Daily newspaper offered in the hotel lobby, Complimentary use of Saguaro Bicycles, Free Wi-Fi, Free local telephone calls and 800 calls, Complimentary valet and self-parking, Complimentary in room coffee.

The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel Rooms

CR1K Stetson City View 1 King Bed
The rooms on floors two and three offer at least 325 square feet of space and include step out balconies with views of Old Town or the Civic Center Mall. Choose from several bed types options or The Balcony Suite which includes a roomy interior with sitting area, bedroom and a soothing bath that includes a deep soaking tub & separate shower
Stetson City View 2 Double Beds
The rooms on floors two and three offer at least 325 square feet of space and include step out balconies with views of Old Town or the Civic Center Mall. Choose from several bed types options or The Balcony Suite which includes a roomy interior with sitting area, bedroom and a soothing bath that includes a deep soaking tub & separate shower
Chaparral Garden View 2 Double Beds with Patio
Located on the resort's ground floor, this selection of rooms features furnished patio areas that connect to pathways leading to the Saguaro's two pools. Choose from the several bed types options or The Patio Suite which includes a roomy interior with sitting area, bedroom and a soothing bath that includes a deep soaking tub & separate shower.
Chaparral Garden View 1 King Bed with Patio
Located on the resort's ground floor, this selection of rooms features furnished patio areas that connect to pathways leading to the Saguaro's two pools. Choose from the several bed types options or The Patio Suite which includes a roomy interior with sitting area, bedroom and a soothing bath that includes a deep soaking tub & separate shower.
Stetson City View Suite 1 King Bed
The rooms on floors two and three offer at least 325 square feet of space and include step out balconies with views of Old Town or the Civic Center Mall. Choose from several bed types options or The Balcony Suite which includes a roomy interior with sitting area, bedroom and a soothing bath that includes a deep soaking tub & separate shower
Picante or Calma Pool View 1 King Bed
An exclusive, convenient balcony suite overlooking one of the two pool areas and its lively scene. You're close to the pool but not immersed it. Enjoy the view and desert ambiance and jump in when you're ready.
Picante or Calma Pool View 2 Double Beds
An exclusive, convenient balcony suite overlooking one of the two pool areas and its lively scene. You're close to the pool but not immersed it. Enjoy the view and desert ambiance and jump in when you're ready.
Chaparral Garden View Suite 1 King Bed
Located on the resort's ground floor, this selection of rooms features furnished patio areas that connect to pathways leading to the Saguaro's two pools. Choose from the several bed types options or The Patio Suite which includes a roomy interior with sitting area, bedroom and a soothing bath that includes a deep soaking tub & separate shower.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Pets allowed
Elevators
Activities
Outdoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Spa services
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Conference facilities
Gift shop
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

33.494 -111.9218
Area served
Scottsdale, AZ
Nearby airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, (PHX), 8.60, MI, S; Scottsdale Airport, (SCF), 9.00, MI, NW; Phoenix-Deer Valley Municipal Airport, (DVT), 25.00, MI, NW; Falcon Field, (MSC), 17.70, MI, E; Chandler Municipal Airport, (CHD), 23.00, MI, SE
Area description
If Scottsdale is where the old west found its modern groove, the Saguaro sits at the main intersection. We're next to Old Town, the historic quarter where cowboys meet the cutting edge. The resort overlooks not only hitching posts and saloons but the Civic Center Mall, a 21-acre urban park home to the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) and the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. The ever-trendy Scottsdale Fashion Square mall isn't much further.

Dining

Distrito Restaurant
Distrito, a modern Mexican restaurant and bar featuring the wonderfully diverse street food of Mexico City, known in that country as the Distrito Federal and Mexican Barbacoa, or barbecue. Distrito will also offer guests over 100 varieties of tequila and an exciting array of drinks. Enjoy a playful and relaxed dining experience offering a taste of modern Mexican street food alongside a dazzling array of mouthwatering fresh fruit margaritas and cold craft beers on an our outdoor patio with views of the amazing Arizona sunset.
Old Town Whiskey
Old Town Whiskey, a bar evocative of frontier drink parlors of old, Old Town Whiskey will offer a collection of domestic spirits and artfully crafted cocktails alongside classic American dishes Garces Trading Company (GTC) Coffee To-Go, serving Chef Garces' custom-roasted GTC coffees and house baked goods.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

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Guest Reviews (18)

Ratings and reviews for The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Overall score

3.9 / 5
18 out of 18
Amenities:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.3
Hotel staff:
4.7
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
4.6
Value:
4.1

83% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

5
TC Travel
Business
Newport Beach, CA
May 6, 2013

Great for business traveler

This hotel has all the amenities and conveniences to accommodate the business traveler.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
JR1999
Chicago
Apr 29, 2013

Urban Respite

I stayed for just two days but it was a perfect urban respite alongside of Old Town Scottsdale. Clean rooms and a great gym for a hotel of it's size. Great margaritas at Whiskey Bar, too.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

If you like Mexican food the Barrio Cafe is definitely worth the trip -- but you must drive...

Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Emy Kats
Phoenix, AZ
Apr 1, 2013

Customer Service

From the Valet to the front desk the staff was happy and willing to answer all questions and help with anything I needed. This kind of welcome is always great!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Everything from dining, shopping and entertainment is all no more than a mile away in any direction.

Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Joncyn
Business
St. Louis, MO
Feb 5, 2013

Upbeat, urban feel

Upbeat, urban feel in he heart of Old Town. Enjoyed my stay. Staff extremely nice and customer service oriented. Comfortable room. Would have liked an interior door option but the whole place is open like many in Phoenix. I would come back.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Eat at the Mission! Fabulous upscale Mexican food, atmosphere and impeccable service. Wonderful experience!

Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Trevman
Littleton, CO
Jan 28, 2013

Great pool!

We were able to sample both restaurants and give them a thumbs up. The pools are great with deluxe lounge chairs and private cabanas with fireplaces and flat screens! The workout facility is great. All new high end equipment including TV's and the cardio machines.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

The Mission is an excellent Latin (Peruvian, Spanish, Mexican) place for dinner.

Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
supersidney
San Ramon CA
Jan 5, 2013

Good Location for Scottsdale

The rooms are nice but small - hot water never got very hot. They do have a digital signal to their HD tvs which was good.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

1
boo20
orange, california
Jan 3, 2013

Never again!

The room was worn down and old. There was no elevator so we had to walk up three flights of stairs with our luggage. Their wifi was slow and problematic. Just a horrible experience all around.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Seattle Visitor
Seattle, WA
Jan 2, 2013

Great Vacation Spot

Extremely friendly Staff…..Great GYM (state of the art)…Loved two heated pools plus Jacuzzi and fireplace outside. The resort fee is not included in the price so you have to pay additional $21 for each day you stay. Restaurant on the premises was OK...went there for breakfast, but nothing extraordinary. The resort is extremely colorful so if you don’t like flamboyant style it is not your place. They gave us an upgrade to a pink room. The cost of taxi from PHX to the resort area is only $35 in case you not interested renting a car. Lots of good places to eat out around the resort within walking distance. Don’t get room facing the street as it gets busy and you will not be able to sleep also the AC/Heat inside the room is extremely loud when it is on.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Great food at local bars/restaurants

Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

4
Colorado Barbara
Scottsdale AZ
Dec 27, 2012

Very Nice Resort

For the price, its a great deal. Good location, friendly staff, very clean. I would definitely stay again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of The Saguaro Scottsdale, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Travelling Tobi
Girdwood AK
Dec 4, 2012

Wonderful Scottsdale Hotel

Fr friendly staff to my room, every attention to detail was in Place. I highly recommend this hotel and look forward to returning again myself!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
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