Agave, The Arizona Spa — what to expect and how to plan a visit
Agave, The Arizona Spa is the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa’s 15,000-square-foot full-service spa offering 20 treatment rooms, a salon, a lap pool and an adults-only pool area. Plan to book treatments in advance, note the spa’s adult-only facilities require guests to be 18 or older, and expect spa hours to open around 8:30 AM (hours can vary by source/season).
In this guide
What Agave is and where it sits
Agave, The Arizona Spa is the resort’s on-site day spa and salon located at The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa (6902 E Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale). The facility is quoted at about 15,000 square feet and includes 20 treatment rooms, a courtyard garden and a lap pool.
The spa complex sits near the adults-only Aguamiel Pool and is part of the resort’s wellness offering that ties into the mandatory daily resort fee (a wellness ritual for two is listed among resort-fee inclusions).
- Spa name: Agave, The Arizona Spa (also referenced as Agave, The Arizona Spa & Salon)
- Facility highlights: 20 treatment rooms, lap pool, courtyard garden, full-service salon
- Address: The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, 6902 E Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
| Feature | On-site detail |
|---|---|
| Size | Approximately 15,000 sq ft |
| Treatment rooms | 20 |
| Nearby pool | Aguamiel adults-only pool |
Treatments and the agave concept
Agave’s treatment menu draws inspiration from the agave plant; spa descriptions note moisturizing agave-extract treatments are part of the concept. Named treatments such as the 'Agave Enchantment' (an 80-minute hydrating body treatment) have been listed by spa guides.
Services across listings include massages, facials, body treatments, reflexology, acupuncture, spray tanning and poolside spa treatments, plus full-service salon options (hair, manicure/pedicure).
- Sample service categories: Massages, Facials, Body treatments, Salon services, Reflexology, Acupuncture, Poolside treatments
- Signature treatment referenced in guides: Agave Enchantment (agave-extract body mask and exfoliation)
- Spa offers pre-wedding hair and makeup services per some spa listings
| Service category | Typical offering |
|---|---|
| Body | Hydrating scrubs and agave-infused wraps (signature treatments noted) |
| Hands/Feet | Manicure and pedicure services in salon listings |
| Face/Wellness | Facials, reflexology, acupuncture |
Hours, age rules and booking
The resort’s spa is commonly listed as opening at 8:30 AM; published hours vary by source and season so confirm current opening and closing times when you book. One booking page states 'Open Daily at 8:30 a.m.' while other third-party listings show variable hours.
Spa and spa day-pass facilities (including the adult pool) require guests to be 18 years of age or older. Some third-party sources note different minimums for minor access to treatment rooms, so check the spa’s policy when reserving youth services.
- Typical listed start time: 8:30 AM (verify when booking)
- Minimum age for spa day-pass and adult-pool facilities: 18 years
- Book treatments in advance to secure preferred times; call the resort or use the spa booking channel
| Booking topic | What to check |
|---|---|
| Hours | Confirm current opening/closing times with spa when booking |
| Age rules | Adults-only areas require 18+; check for any youth-treatment rules |
| Reservations | Advance booking recommended; policies (cancellation/arrival) vary |
Using the spa with resort amenities
The daily resort fee includes a wellness ritual at Agave Spa for two as part of the resort-fee inclusions; the fee also covers fitness classes for two, shuttle service to Kierland Commons, pickleball access and enhanced high-speed Wi‑Fi. Specifics and eligibility (for example Bonvoy status benefits) can vary, so confirm details at check-in.
The Aguamiel Pool is the resort’s adults-only heated pool (restricted to guests 18+), located near the spa and featuring lap lanes, a hot tub and private cabanas. Pool and spa day-pass rules differ from overnight guest access; day-pass policies, hours and fees are set by the resort.
- Resort-fee inclusions (examples listed by the resort): Wellness ritual at Agave Spa for two, fitness classes for two, shuttle to Kierland Commons, enhanced Wi‑Fi
- Aguamiel Pool: adults-only (18+), lap lanes and hot tub, cabana proximity to the spa
- Day-pass pool access: day-pass hours and age rules are published separately (day-pass entry hours commonly listed as 10:00 AM–5:00 PM on some pages)
| Amenity | Note |
|---|---|
| Wellness ritual | Included with daily resort fee for two (per resort listing) |
| Fitness studio | WestinWORKOUT open 24-hour room-key access; complimentary for resort guests |
| Spa day-pass | Separate day-pass policies and fees may apply for non-overnight visitors |
Fitness classes and the WestinWORKOUT studio
The WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio is located with the spa complex and offers cardio and strength-training equipment; it provides 24-hour room-key access for registered guests. The daily resort fee includes fitness classes for two guests, per resort information.
Guests who are not participating in the resort services charge and who do not receive a 50-minute spa service may encounter a daily fee for unlimited spa-facility and fitness access as listed on the resort’s booking pages, so check eligibility before arrival.
- WestinWORKOUT: 24-hour room-key access for guests, cardio and strength equipment
- Resort fee includes a set number of fitness classes for two (confirm specific class schedule on arrival)
- Non-fee or non-registered visitors: spa/facility access fees may apply
| Fitness item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Studio access | 24-hour with room key for registered guests |
| Group classes | Yoga and Pilates classes listed among resort offerings; some included in resort fee |
| Non-guest access | Day fees may apply for non-resort-fee guests |
Practical planning tips
Reserve spa services in advance and ask about current cancellation and arrival policies. Bring government-issued ID and the credit/debit card you used to guarantee your reservation if required at check-in. For pool or cabana reservations near the spa, check whether those are handled through the spa or the resort’s pool services.
If you’re staying at the hotel, note standard check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. Rooms at the property include room categories such as Traditional Room, Room, Resort View, Junior Suite, Suite, 1 Bedroom and Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom among others — pick the room type that best fits your spa-and-relaxation plans.
- Confirm spa hours and treatment times when booking (published open time commonly shown as 8:30 AM)
- Bring ID and your card for incidentals; the resort may require a card on file at check-in
- If you want the Aguamiel adults-only pool or a cabana near the spa, ask the spa or pool team about bookings and any extra charges
| Hotel practicals | What to remember |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | 4:00 PM / 11:00 AM |
| Minimum age to check in | 18 years (registered guest) |
| Room examples | Traditional Room; Junior Suite, Resort View; Suite, 1 Bedroom; Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom |
