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Doubletree Scottsdale-Paradise Valley Resort
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14 reviews for Doubletree Scottsdale-Paradise Valley Resort
NICE RESORT! VERY NICE GROUNDS! NICE POOL TOO!
Again, on a family vacation we had the pleasure of stopping in Scottsdale. This place was family friendly and the pool was great.
My boyfriend and I just stayed here for his Birthday weekend, so we would be closer to Scottsdale bars and have an easier time going out. I read the reviews and got an AMAZING deal from Orbits ($45/Night) so I figured even if the worst review was true, it would still be worth the Super 8 Rate I was paying.
When we walked into our room (7207) I was immediately reminded of the review that said the room "smelled like a dirty diaper". I had completely forgot about that, and honestly if i hadn't experienced the same exact thing, I probably would have chalked it up to a nit-picky reviewer. I mean, rooms can't smell like dirty diapers!? How is that possible? Oh, but it is. When i saw that his room (7211) was in the same little room cul-de-sac as ours, I knew we basically had the same experience.
In retrospect I really wish I would have asked to change rooms, but we checked in late and really had to start getting ready for dinner so I just hoped it would be one of those musty smells you get used to and forget about. I wasn't too pleased with the fact that the first decision of our vacation was whether we could get used to the funky room smell or not.
Other than that, everything was pretty nice. I liked the look of the room, the ceilings were wooden with horizontal beams which gave it a kind of cool rustic effect. Also, the bed faced the huge patio doors, which made the room seem big and open. The prices everywhere, including the minibar, were reasonable. We didn't eat at the hotel, so I can't say anything about that, but both bartenders we had at the bars were really friendly.
The cookies upon check-in were so good! That may have been the highlight of the stay. Not sure if that's a good or a bad thing. Overall, for the price I paid I really can't complain. However, If I would have paid more, I probably would have knocked another star off.
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Rooms were decent and I thought it was pretty cool being right on the tennis courts. Cool until - we woke up every morning to the loud ball popping sounds of people playing.. Forget about trying to sleep in!
Our room was in the back of the resort and I liked that we could park our cars right outside. That made it VERY convenient as we were coming and going all day. The outside hallways were seemed a little dirty but the rooms were pretty clean.
Another negative? Super thin walls so you can hear everything from neighbor's conversations to all the water going down the pipes.
Had I paid full price, I'd probably rate this place more like a 2.5, but I got a super deal on Priceline so hence, *** stars!!
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PROS:
Cheap like a business hotel, but more like a resort
You can park near your room if it's not too crowded
Surprisingly excellent breakfast buffet at the restaurant (it was open on Easter)
Nice big rooms (join the Hilton club to get an upgrade)
Two pools and pretty grounds
Great location
Incredibly nice staff
CONS
Internet in the room is not free ( the hotel website was misleading)
No interior corridors, so if it's raining you have to deal with puddles
Elevators are far away, so you're hauling your luggage upstairs
On Saturday they cleaned at 3pm, on Sunday they cleaned at 9am
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Ok 's Heres the deal..I was a guest for 3 nights at the Doubletree for my High School Reunion. (I bet they never let us in there again..Go Judson!)
I was really impressed with this hotel. I have stayed many times at the Doubletree near my house for a quick get away in Dana Point CA and that is a pretty good one. This however took the cake.
All of our events were planned at the hotel so I really got to know the place.
Our room, 4802 was a great one. We were at the far end of the hotel, and yes it is a walk, but if you walk through the center of the hotel not along the room corridors it's not that bad. You pass gardens and fountains and pools and it's something of a pretty journey.
Our room over looked one of the pools and the putting green that no one ever used but I watched these cute bunnies doing the mating dance everyday. So sweet.
The room has a large patio and it is covered so you are not blasted by the Arizona Sun.
The room itself was very large and with 2 of us and two beds, we were never on top of each other. In fact since it was a reunion, on several occasions I had over 15 peeps in there and there was plenty of room. (So sorry next door neighbors)
The bathroom was spacious enough for both of us to be in there applying makeup with no problem. They actullay have drawers for your "private stuff" in the bathroom and the blow dryer is kept in there instead of stuck on the wall. It was a real blowdryer not a mini with that funky curly cord.
The tub was nice and the shower had great water pressure.
We were 4 doors down from the presidential suite which is lovely an a great place if you are having an event. we had 200 in there comfortably and it has a pool table on the second floor.
The hotel itself reminds me a bit of the Biltmore Hotel in Phoenix and I think was designed by Frank Lloyd Wrights son.
The banquet facilities were just about what you expect at any hotel, nothing great, however the dinner served there was nice and very edible.
Here are a few things to keep in mind, while there are ice machines close to every room, the only Soda machines I found were near the lobby and a long walk is not what you want when you run out of vodka chaser so stock up at a local store before you get there. The breakfast buffet is pretty standard but very good although a bit on the pricey side.
Sign up for the "Hilton Honors" program online before you arrive, this entitles you to a few perks, the best one of all being a 3 pm checkout which can prove to be a life saver if you've got a late flight.
Lastly, the hotel has a car service available from the airport for $30.00 for however many people you have which is a steal compared to Supershuttle at $16.00 a person. (We even asked the driver to stop at a 7-11 for a few things and he did with no problem). The hotel can set you up with this service.
Also the Doubletree offers a shuttle service at no charge anywhere you need to go within I think 3 miles. There are lots of things to do in downtown Scottsdale and this way you can even have a few cocktails. And not worry about getting behind the wheel.
If you are going to be there during the warmer months..bring mesquito repellant. You will get bit!!
If you smoke, be prepared..all the smoking rooms are on the bottom floors where the rooms are very dark. Get a non-smoking and go outside..you will be glad you did!!
I would reccomend this hotel highly.
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I've stayed at the Doubletree Resort a few times while in town for business. Unfortunately, I don't get to take advantage of many of the leisure facilities, but the pool seems nice and the grounds are attractively landscaped. Its location is excellent - either a long walk or very short drive from old town Scottsdale. Other resorts with golf courses are nearby.
The rooms are large and have balconies or patios. My biggest complaint with the rooms is the bathrooms. They're kind of small and seem of low quality. The fixtures, tub, etc. feel as if they're more motel quality than luxury resort.
Service is friendly, and hey, they hand you a chocolate chip cookie when you check in - so what's not to love about that.
Overall, it's a great place to stay and earn Hilton points when I'm in the area for business, although there are nicer options if you're there for business and looking for the luxury resort experience.
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Is the normal rate for this hotel 109.00 per night? I bet not. I got this ridiculously within budget type rate poking around while looking for a place to crash en route from Portland Oregon on my way to Flagstaff. I was flying in late at night and since the Hampton Inn down the road gave me the willies in the past I thought this might be better.
Definitely better!
1-BIG...really BIG Southwest-y decorated type room
2-Big clean modern clean bathroom...cleannn.
2a-Terrace with chairs
2b-Closets, multiple closets?!
3-Nice Price
4-Free Wireless
5-Restaurant on premises
6-bar too
Only odd part that leaves it at a four star vs. 5 star experience...
I'm checking in at night. It's dark. I've just flown 3.5 hours after driving for four hours and i have luggage with me.
It is very hard to find your room under those circumstances. No map will help you. They should just hand you a GPS. My room was in the the 7th realm of Aztec clusters of randomness by the third fountain on the left behind the 51st couping of palm trees. I got lost I mumbled...but was very happy otherwise.
I'd love to go back during the day!
Thank goodness for the drop dead gorgeous landscaping or the five-mile walk from my room to the lobby area would have been unbearable. I might be exaggerating (a little) but my room was on the far end of the property and I echo Patrick's comments about the immense size of the place.
But this is a wonderful hotel. The room was large, clean, and very comfortable. The desk had a real office-style chair to sit in which I appreciated a great deal. I had a balcony overlooking the putting green and south pool which became a favorite hang-out during my stay. And again, the landscaping is a major attraction. If you stay, make sure you seek out the "Sedona Desert Cactus Garden" tucked away in a corner of the property.
The only complaint I have with the place is the ridiculously high prices for food and drink. I don't mind paying for quality cuisine but $11 for a martini and $15 for a mediocre hamburger is a little much.
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WOWZEEWOWWOW!!!!! This place is nice. This was the nicest and largest "regular" hotel room I've stayed in. As I travel a little, I've stayed in several. HUGE room, balcony with patio-table and 2 chairs, comfy, comfy, bed, a sofa and small sitting area, the standard desk, separate make-up area, small bar sink in the room, bathroom separated from room with a wall and small hallway.
Super fast and friendly service from room service and housekeeping.
ALL staff on the grounds were incredibly courteous. I can only imagine how much training must go into this- how do you get everyone from the bellman to the front desk staff to the coffee cart lady to the groundspeople to housekeeping to room service to ALL be friendly and professional????? I don't know, but this hotel has managed to do it.
Hotel offers a shuttle that runs every hour on the hour to designated local Scottsdale destinations, but if you're really nice, the oh so cool bellman/shuttle driver will drop you where you want to go in Scottsdale (be sure to tip him well for that extra service!).
The place is HUGE, and it's not all in one building. It's sort of laid out like a sprawling apartment complex or maybe college campus.
Watch the mini-bar prices, and room service add on charges. Nothing unusual, just the outlandish stuff all hotels charge.
Overall, I have nothing to complain about. Nothing at all. The "WOW" factor is truly in effect here.
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Really overall a pretty terrific hotel. Beautiful design elements fill the lobby, rooms and other amenities.
My only complaint is the freaking place is the size of Texas. The signage for the room layout is confusing and in the Arizona heat every step could be your last.
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I booked this place through priceline during the heart of spring training season and the prices were reasonable (less than $150/night). The hotel reflects local architecture with cacti everywhere. The room was more than adequate for our 3 night stay. We stayed at one end of the hotel so walking to the main lobby area did get a bit annoying but our room's location was very quiet and peaceful. We used both pools/jacuzzi's - very nice and not that crowded. The coffee bar was great for morning breakfasts. The location was very convenient - only a few minutes drive to the fashion mall. Very good value!
DRAB, BLAH & SMELLY
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I like Doubletree Hotels & Resorts and am a Hilton HHonors Diamond member (highest tier). This Doubletree property looks and is dated. My room, 7211, was on the second floor and when I opened the door, it smelled like a dirty baby diaper (nappy). I actually, looked in to the closet and the trash cans to see if there was a diaper left behind, but, alas, there was none to be found. I ten took off my shoes and the carpet felt damp. Ugh! It's a moldy smell in the this room and not a dirty diaper.
While this Doubletree location has large grounds, a pool, tennis courts and a nicely equipped gym, the rooms leave something to be desired.
I actually stayed here twice before this year and both stays were just okay and nothing more. My second stay here consisted of my forgetting something in the room. It took two days and five calls to the hotel to get someone to call me back to help me find my lost item. By then, it would've been too late to find it anyway.
So, I guess, I'd have to revise my thoughts on this place and say that you should stay elsewhere. Actually, the Doubletree Phoenix hotel at Phoenix airport has great service, provides nice amenities and a free full breakfast buffet. I like it there much more and will move my business stays to that location.
The financial company my boyfriend works for had their holiday party here and I went as his date. You could definitely not see how beautiful this hotel is from Scottsdale Rd. The room the reception was in was OK, but I really liked our room. It was nice and large with a beautiful patio overlooking the pool, had high gorgeous ceilings, incredibly comfortable bed, and well did I mention our room was huge! I didn't get a chance to take advantage of the pool, but maybe in the future! Overall a very beautiful hotel with nice little touches you will appreciate. Like the warm cookies you get at check in! Hell Yes!
This was a fantastic hotel..the rooms were very nicely updated and modern. The Pools were most definitely the most awe inspiring and what a large layout of property! I'd recommend this hotel anyone, bus. traveller or family alike.
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