Age and kids policy at The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa is an all-ages resort: families and children are welcome and the property lists family facilities (Adventure Water Park, kids club, playground). Certain areas are restricted to adults—spa facilities and the Aguamiel adults-only pool are limited to guests 18 and older.
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Who can check in and who counts as an adult
The registered guest who checks in must be at least 18 years old. Families can stay together in the same room as long as an adult holds the reservation.
At check-in you should expect to present government-issued photo ID and a credit/debit card for incidental charges; some booking sites also indicate check-in is available from 4:00 PM and in some cases until midnight.
- Minimum age to check in: 18 years (registered guest).
- Standard check-in time: 4:00 PM; standard check-out: 11:00 AM.
- ID and card or deposit commonly required at arrival.
| Policy item | What the resort lists |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to be registered guest | 18 years |
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 4:00 PM / Check-out 11:00 AM |
| ID / payment at check-in | Government photo ID and card or deposit commonly requested |
Pools, Adventure Water Park, and age rules
The property has both family-friendly water facilities (Adventure Water Park with a lazy river, waterslide and FlowRider) and a separate adults-only pool area (Aguamiel Pool). The Adventure Water Park is all-ages; the waterslide carries a 42-inch height restriction.
For day-pass visitors, non-overnight pool access rules apply: Day Passes are required for most guests ages 3 and older; infants 0–3 may enter without a pass. Day-pass hours for pool entry are listed as 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the day-pass page.
- Adventure Water Park features: 900-foot lazy river, 110-foot waterslide, and a FlowRider (all-ages).
- Waterslide height requirement: 42 inches.
- Adults-only Aguamiel Pool restricted to guests 18+ (lap lanes, hot tub, cabanas).
- Day-pass pool hours: commonly listed 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; day-pass rules require passes for ages 3+.
| Pool area | Age access / note |
|---|---|
| Adventure Water Park (lazy river, slide, FlowRider) | All ages; slide has 42-inch height requirement |
| Aguamiel adults-only pool | Restricted to guests 18 and older |
| Day-pass access | Infants 0–3 may be exempt; ages 3+ require a Day Pass |
Spa access: Agave, The Arizona Spa
Agave, The Arizona Spa is a day-spa facility on the resort grounds with treatment rooms and a lap pool. Spa hours and specific age restrictions can vary by season and listing, but the spa and its adult-pool/day-pass facilities are restricted to guests 18 years and older per the resort’s spa/day-pass information.
If you plan treatments or want day-pass access to the spa amenities, check current spa hours and the spa’s age policy before you arrive; some third-party sources list slightly different operating hours, so reservations are recommended.
- Spa name: Agave, The Arizona Spa (15,000 sq ft; 20 treatment rooms listed in sources).
- Spa adult-pool/day-pass access: 18+ required per resort day-pass policy.
- Spa hours and booking windows differ by source—call or check the spa booking page to confirm.
| Spa detail | What sources report |
|---|---|
| Number of treatment rooms | 20 (reported by spa listings) |
| Age to access spa pool/day-pass | 18 years or older (resort day-pass policy) |
| Typical opening time listed | Many sources list 8:30 AM as an opening time; check current schedule |
Kids club, family activities, and playground
The Westin Family Kids Club is available for children ages 4–12 and offers supervised activities such as scavenger hunts, swimming, movies and games. Programs and times vary; reservations are usually required and some listings report fees for half- and full-day sessions.
Beyond the kids club, the resort provides family-oriented recreation—multiple pools, a playground on site, access to pickleball and tennis courts, and family dining options—so there are choices both for supervised kids programming and informal family time.
- Kids Club age range: 4–12 years.
- Typical Kids Club programming: scavenger hunts, outdoor play, swimming, movies and video games.
- Reported Kids Club fees (third-party report): half-day and full-day options exist; confirm current pricing and reservation requirements with the property.
| Family amenity | Age / notes |
|---|---|
| Westin Family Kids Club | Children 4–12; reservations recommended; fees may apply |
| Playground | On site (all-ages outdoor play area) |
| Resort activities (pools, courts) | Family-friendly options available; adults-only pool separate |
Rooms and family sleeping arrangements
The resort offers a wide range of room types that can accommodate families; examples in the property listing include Traditional Room (1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds), Deluxe Room, Junior Suite, Suite, 1 Bedroom and Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom. Check the specific room description when booking for maximum occupancy and bed configuration.
Accessible rooms and mobility/hearing-accessible room types are listed; pet-friendly rooms are available in designated units (pets and fees subject to the property’s pet policy).
- Room names to note: Traditional Room; Deluxe Room, Pool View; Junior Suite, Resort View; Suite, 1 Bedroom; Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom; Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom.
- Traditional Room and many Room variants: available with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds (suitable for families of up to 4 in some room types).
- Confirm bed configuration and maximum guest count when booking to ensure the room fits your family.
| Sample room | Bed options (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Traditional Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Deluxe Room, Pool View | 2 Queen Beds (listed variant) |
| Junior Suite, Resort View | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
Day passes, visitors, and pool access rules
Non-overnight visitors sometimes use the resort’s Day Pass offerings for pool and spa access. Day-pass rules vary by program and source—confirm what is included (pool access, FlowRider, spa facilities) and the age rules before purchasing.
For pool day access, sources list day-pass entry hours around 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and require passes for most guests ages 3 and older; infants 0–3 may be allowed without a pass. The spa’s adult-only facilities generally remain restricted to 18+ even for day-pass holders.
- Day-pass pool hours commonly listed as 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; verify current hours and availability.
- Day-pass age rule: infants 0–3 may not require a pass; ages 3+ typically need a Day Pass.
- Spa/day-pass access follows the resort rule that spa adult-pool facilities are for guests 18+.
| Visitor type | Typical day-pass requirement |
|---|---|
| Infant (0–3) | May be exempt from Day Pass |
| Child (3+) | Day Pass generally required |
| Adult (18+) | Day Pass required for non-overnight pool access; spa adult areas 18+ |
