The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa

An extraordinary desert hideaway, The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa is situated on 1,300 acres in the Sonoran Desert foothills of Scottsdale, Arizona. The dramatic and innovative architecture blends with the surrounding desert and the 12-million-year-old granite boulder formations that dot the landscape. It is located 33 miles from Phoenix/Sky Harbor Airport, minutes from Scottsdale Regional Airport, and five miles from the picturesque town of Carefree. A helicopter landing pad is also located on site. General ambiance-Named for the 12-million-year-old granite boulder formations, The Boulders is a small luxury hideaway and a nature lovers paradise where the terrain and plant life have been left virtually untouched to allow indigenous plant and wildlife to prosper. Accommodations-Private casitas, many of which are situated along the golf course, are shaped into the natural terrain and grouped in village-like clusters. These spacious and luxurious accommodations offer comfort with a Southwestern d?cor. Hand-hewn wood-beamed ceilings with fans, regional art, fireplaces, wet bars, large dressing and bathroom areas, and private patios or decks overlook the sun-streaked desert or emerald-green golf course. Elegant one-, two-, three-bedroom Haciendas and Villas offer fully equipped and beautifully styled kitchens, fireplaces, flat screen televisions, full laundry room, doorstep parking and private entrances with accessibility to all resort amenities. A 5,000 sq. ft. Villa Retreat is also available. In-room and public area HSIA included in the daily resort fee. 9 Dinning Options: Latilla-Featuring fresh American cuisine with organic and naturally grown ingredients from the Western SeaboardPalo Verde-Serving a delectable breakfast and Southwestern-inspired lunches. Golden Door Spa Caf?- Menu features a balance of life-giving, spirit-satisfying fare for breakfast, lunch and Afternoon TeaBakery ? at el Pedregal-Casual bistro features breakfast and lunchRustys at the Club-Exhibition kitchen and patio seating for dinner.Bogeys-Fun filled atmosphere at the clubhouse, serving breakfast, lunch and dinnerPool Pavilion-Poolside side pampering service dailyIn Room Dining-Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekDiscovery Lounge-An inviting atmosphere with a cozy fireplace offering freshly crafted cocktails and live entertainment during peak season.Swimming Pools-Four outdoor heated swimming pools with WhirlpoolsGolden Door Spa facility: The 33,000 sq. ft. Golden Door Spa blends Eastern and Western influences in its design, healing methods, treatments and philosophies. The Spa features 24 treatment spaces, a labyrinth, an authentic tipi, fitness center, movement studio, Vichy treatment rooms, Yoga studio, and full-service salon. Tennis Garden-including three classic clay courts, five premier cushion courts and a tennis pro shop presided over by two full-time tennis professionals. Golf Courses-Two Jay Morrish-designed championship golf courses provide 36 holes of challenging golf. The courses are considered some of the most demanding in the Southwest, and are known for their rugged beauty and breathtaking panoramas. The Boulders Club, a private country club for resort guests and club members, features a golf pro shop, Boulders Golf Academy and one-on-one instruction with talented PGA and LPGA instructors. Meeting rooms-12,000 sq. ft. Tohono Conference Center. 5,400 sq. ft. ballroom, Sunset Terrace, business center with a conference services director and boardroom. Three executive meeting casitas Unique to the property- For the adventurous activities include desert hikes, mountain bike tours, horseback riding, rock climbing, hot-air ballooning, biplane flights, desert jeep tours, and Grand Canyon tours. Rock Climb the 75 ft. face of the crystalline granite and metamorphic rock, on site el Pedregal marketplace offer 35 exclusive boutiques, art galleries restaurants and outdoor amphitheat

Check-in Time:

1600

Check-out Time:

1200

Year Built:

Total Rooms:

221 rooms.221

Total Floors:

2 floors.

Rooms:

Sonoran Casita:All Sonoran Casitas are either second floor units, or freestanding units (preference on a request basis only) with spectacular views of the Boulders golf course, boulder pile, or Arizona's beautiful desert landscape. Spacious but cozy 550 sq. ft. accommodations complimented with hand-hewn wood-beamed ceilings with fans, authentic Southwest artifacts and wooden-shuttered, sliding glass doors leading to private patios or decks overlooking the tranquil desert or golf course. All casitas offer expansive walk-in closets, two telephones, two plush robe/slipper sets, 27-inch television, and an iHome iPod docking station. The large dressing and bathroom area offers a separate soaking tub and shower and twin vanities. Bedding options: two double beds or one king bed. Bedding type requests honored based on availabilityCasita:Spacious but cozy 550 sq. ft. accommodations, on the lower level of a two story unit, complimented with hand-hewn wood-beamed ceilings with fans, authentic Southwest artifacts and wooden-shuttered, sliding glass doors leading to private patios or decks overlooking the tranquil desert or golf course. All casitas offer expansive walk-in closets, two telephones, two plush robe/slipper sets, 27-inch television, and an iHome iPod docking station. The large dressing and bathroom area offers a separate soaking tub and shower and twin vanities. Bedding options: two double beds or one king bed. Bedding type requests honored based on availability.Pueblo Villa One Bedroom:A cozy one-bedroom abode encompassing 1400 sq. ft. featuring a large bedroom with private bath, cheerful living room with wood-burning or gas fireplace, patio with outdoor grill, full-sized kitchen with china, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, basic utensils, dishwasher, stoves/ovens and refrigerator, and a laundry room with washer and dryer.Pueblo Villa Two Bedroom:Desert ambiance permeates this 1800 sq. ft. villa featuring two bedrooms each with a private bath, large living room accented with authentic Southwestern and Native American d?cor as well as a wood-burning or gas fireplace, patio with outdoor grill, full-sized kitchen with china, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, basic utensils, dishwasher, stoves/ovens and refrigerators and a laundry room with washer and dryer.Pueblo Villa Three Bedroom:Residential-style accommodations filled with Southwestern charm, encompassing 2200 sq. ft. and offering three bedrooms, each with a private bathroom, a spacious living room with wood-burning or gas fireplace, large patio with outdoor grill, full-size kitchen with china, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, basic utensils, dishwasher, stove/oven and refrigerator, as well as a private garage with adjacent laundry room equipped with a washer and dryer.Hacienda Two Bedroom:Newly constructed luxurious 3,000 sq ft villa offering two bedrooms plus a den, each with a private bathroom, warm fireplace, walk-in closets, and spacious outdoor patio for entertaining. The full-size kitchen features china, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, basic utensils, dishwasher, stove/oven and refrigerator, as well as a private garage with adjacent laundry room equipped with a washer and dryer. This room type is non-smoking and does not allow pets. Bedding varies by unit; all units include a King Bed in master bedroom.Hacienda Three Bedroom:Newly constructed luxurious 3,000 sq ft villa offering three bedrooms, each with a private bathroom, warm fireplace, walk-in closets, and spacious outdoor patio for entertaining. The full-size kitchen features china, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, basic utensils, dishwasher, stove/oven and refrigerator, as well as a private garage with adjacent laundry room equipped with a washer and dryer. This room type is non-smoking and does not allow pets. Bedding varies by unit; all units include a King Bed in master bedroom.Boulders Suite:Generous 1100 sq. ft. one-bedroom suite with a separate parlor ideal for taking-in the awe-inspiring view. Accommodations complimented with hand-hewn wood-beamed ceilings with fans, authentic Southwest artifacts and wooden-shuttered, sliding glass doors leading to private patios or decks. All suites offer expansive walk-in closets, two telephones, two plush robe/slipper sets, 27-inch television, and an iHome iPod docking station. The large dressing and bathroom area offers a separate soaking tub and shower and twin vanities. One king bed on ground level.

Price

Late Dec to May $599 double, from $1,099 villa; May to early Sept $199 double, from $499 villa; early Sept to early Dec $349 double, from $799 villa; early to late Dec $299 double, from $699 villa. (For all rates there is an additional $29-$33 nightly service charge.) Children under 17 stay free in parent's room, Very Expensive

Credit Cards Accepted

AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Directions

Located on 1,300 acres of pristine Sonoran desert. Just 12 miles from Scottsdale, Arizona

Area

Carefree, AZ

Pets

Pets accepted ($100)

Attractions

Heard Museum North nearby Geology Walk on property El Pedregal on property Desert Rose Park 24 Miles Bank One Ballpark 2 miles Fifth Avenue Shops & Galleries 22 miles

Dining

Restaurantonsite

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