Things to do near The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
Near The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa you can enjoy the on-site Adventure Water Park (lazy river, FlowRider and waterslide), play golf at the Westin Kierland Golf Club, visit Kierland Commons shopping a short walk away, and use the resort shuttle to nearby Scottsdale shopping and attractions.
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Pools and Adventure Water Park
The resort's main water recreation is the Adventure Water Park: a 900-foot lazy river, a 110-foot waterslide, and the Kierland FlowRider surf simulator for all ages. The waterslide carries a 42-inch height requirement.
For a quieter experience, the Aguamiel Pool is an adults-only heated pool reserved for guests 18 and older; it includes lap lanes, a hot tub and private cabanas. Day-pass pool access and hours vary by program; check with the resort for current times and day-pass rules.
- Adventure Water Park — lazy river, FlowRider surf simulator, 110-foot waterslide
- Aguamiel Pool — adults-only, lap lanes, hot tub, cabanas
- Day-pass pool entry typically runs during daytime hours; infants under 3 may have different entry rules
| Feature | Notes | Age/Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Waterslide | 110-foot slide at the Adventure Water Park | 42-inch height requirement |
| Lazy River | 900-foot loop around the park | All ages (day-pass rules may apply) |
| Aguamiel Pool | Adults-only heated pool near the spa | 18+ only |
Agave, The Arizona Spa and WestinWORKOUT
Agave, The Arizona Spa is a full-service 15,000-square-foot spa on site with 20 treatment rooms, salon services, and a lap pool. Signature treatments draw on agave-based products and dry-desert ingredients.
The WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio is part of the spa complex and provides 24-hour room-key access to cardio and strength equipment; resort guests have complimentary access. Spa hours and specific treatment availability can vary by season, so confirm current hours when you plan a visit.
- Spa services: massages, facials, body treatments, manicures/pedicures, reflexology, acupuncture and salon services
- WestinWORKOUT: 24-hour room-key access for guests; spa access policies differ for non-guests
- Spa/day-pass facilities and adult-pool access generally require guests to be 18+
| Service | Typical Availability |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments | Bookings during daytime hours; spa posts Open Daily at 8:30 a.m. (confirm on arrival) |
| Fitness studio | 24-hour room-key access for registered guests |
| Adult pool/day-pass | 18+ requirement; hours vary by source |
Golf, Tennis and Pickleball
The Westin Kierland Golf Club is the resort’s on-site golf facility and offers three nine-hole combinations (27 holes total) that guests can play without leaving the property. The club is one of the primary on-site recreation options.
The resort also provides tennis courts and pickleball courts; pickleball courts are available daily with advance reservations and instructor-led lessons during daytime hours. Equipment access and court schedules are included with the resort's daily service program in many cases; check with the concierge for tee times and lesson bookings.
- Westin Kierland Golf Club — 27 holes (three 9-hole courses)
- Pickleball courts open daily; reservations required, lessons available
- Tennis courts and rackets typically available through resort recreation services
| Activity | Reservation/Access |
|---|---|
| Golf (on site) | Book tee times through the resort or golf club |
| Pickleball | Courts available daily 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; reservations recommended |
| Tennis | Court scheduling and equipment handled by resort recreation desk |
On-site Dining and Evening Drinks
Dining options at the resort range from poolside casual to a more polished American restaurant and multiple lounges. Hours and venues can change, so check current schedules before you arrive.
Several venues welcome families during the day and offer a relaxed dress code for dinner service.
- Faro & Brag — modern American cuisine; serves breakfast, lunch and dinner (hours vary; resort lists breakfast/lunch and evening dinner service)
- Indigo Poolside Bar & Grill — poolside salads, sandwiches and snacks (daytime service)
- Brittlebush Bar & Grill — casual gastro-pub fare with patio seating
- Ritual Market & Coffee — grab-and-go coffee and snacks
- Luma Lounge & Bar and Antidote — wine-forward lounges and cocktail service (hours vary)
| Venue | Typical Service |
|---|---|
| Faro & Brag | Breakfast, lunch and dinner (check posted hours) |
| Indigo Poolside Bar & Grill | Poolside lunch and snacks; beverage service during pool hours |
| Ritual Market & Coffee | Coffee and grab-and-go items from early morning to evening |
Shopping, Nearby Attractions and Day Trips
Kierland Commons is adjacent to the resort and is a short walk away; it has many shops and restaurants. Scottsdale Quarter is also within a short drive or walk from the property.
Popular nearby attractions that guests often visit include OdySea Aquarium, the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), WestWorld of Scottsdale, Penske Racing Museum and TPC Scottsdale. For longer day trips, Sedona and the Grand Canyon are commonly recommended from Scottsdale but require several hours of driving.
- Kierland Commons — about a 1-minute walk; shuttle service to Kierland Commons is included in the resort's daily service program
- Scottsdale Quarter — within walking distance or a short shuttle/drive
- OdySea Aquarium and MIM — local family attractions (short drive)
- Sedona and Grand Canyon — possible as full-day drives from Scottsdale
| Place | Typical Travel Time from Resort |
|---|---|
| Kierland Commons | Walk (about 1 minute) |
| OdySea Aquarium | Several miles; roughly a short drive (check local routing) |
| Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) | Approximately 5 miles (short drive) |
Rooms, Suites and Family Stays
The resort offers a wide range of accommodations including Traditional Room, Room, Resort View, Room, Pool View, Room, Mountain View, Room, Golf View, Deluxe Room, Junior Suite, Suite, 1 Bedroom, Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom and other room types. Families can choose from double-queen configurations in many standard room types.
The property is family-friendly and provides the Westin Family Kids Club for children ages 4–12, plus family-focused pool access at the Adventure Water Park. If you need accessible or mobility features, the resort lists specific accessible room types such as Room, Resort View (Mobility/, Tub) and Room, Resort View (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr).
- Room types include: Traditional Room; Deluxe Room, Pool View; Junior Suite, Resort View; Suite, 1 Bedroom; Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom; Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom
- Many rooms offer 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds configurations—check the room name and bed type when booking
- Westin Family Kids Club is available for ages 4–12 (activity programming and reservations may carry a fee)
| Room Type (example) | Typical Bed Options / Guests |
|---|---|
| Traditional Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Deluxe Room, Pool View | 2 Queen Beds (listed configuration) |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 King Bed |
Meetings, Weddings and Event Spaces
The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa has extensive event facilities, including the Kierland Grand Ballroom and multiple ballrooms and breakout rooms for meetings and weddings. The resort lists large capacities and many room options for conferences, receptions and outdoor ceremony lawns.
Event planners should contact the resort's events or sales team for current availability and capacities; the property has both indoor ballrooms and outdoor venues such as Marshall's Outpost Pavilion and the Northern Sky Terrace for lakeside or garden ceremonies.
- Kierland Grand Ballroom — the resort's largest meeting space with the highest capacity
- Multiple ballrooms and 45+ meeting/breakout rooms available
- Outdoor venue options include Marshall's Outpost Pavilion and Northern Sky Terrace
| Venue | Notes |
|---|---|
| Kierland Grand Ballroom | Largest indoor space; check with sales for capacity and layout |
| Marshall's Outpost Pavilion | Outdoor garden pavilion for ceremonies and receptions |
| Northern Sky Terrace | Lakeside terrace for ceremonies and cocktail events |
