Casitas
Steak
Championship golf
USD 195
Four Seasons Resort, Scottsdale at Troon North invites you to visit Zane Grey's most idealized West - minus the moral conflict and rampant cattle theft. Here, guests are treated to luxe accommodations under a low-slung desert sky, painted in shades that match the local flora.
Spacious interiors feature similar tones - purples, pinks, and oranges - and gas-burning fireplaces, along with individually controlled air conditioning and deep soaking tubs. Rooms are housed in one of 25 casitas, in keeping with the resort's piquant South-Western flavor. Speaking of flavor, must-eats include restaurant Talavera's Nebraska prime meat (the 20 oz. Bone-In Rib-Eye is a particular favorite).
As for must-dos, put Troon North Golf Club at the top of your list. Located just next door, the club encompasses two championship courses, both of which limit the number of players at any given time (no more waiting for Junior to hack his way out of the sand trap).
Weather for Scottsdale Airport
Mobil Four Star
AAA Five Diamond - 2009
Travel + Leisure - 500 World's Best Hotels - 2009
Forbes Traveler 400 - The World's Very Best Hotels and Resorts -2008
Zagat Survey - Top Resorts - 2007