Resort fee, parking, pets and practical policies
Yes — Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows charges a mandatory daily resort fee and offers both self-park and valet for daily fees. The property is pet-friendly (dogs and cats allowed with limits and a per-stay pet fee); certain spa areas and the Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary pool are adults-only (18+).
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Resort fee — what it covers
The resort applies a mandatory daily resort fee of $50.00 plus tax. This fee is charged per room and is separate from room rates.
Included benefits listed by the hotel cover a mix of on-site amenities and programming rather than meals. Typical inclusions are fitness and recreation access, bikes, EV charging, and resort activities.
- 24-hour gym access and exclusive fitness classes
- Seasonal welcome beverage and resort programming/live entertainment
- Resort bicycles and recreation equipment (croquet, cornhole, bocce ball)
- EV charging stations and water refill stations
- House-car drop-off within a 3-mile radius (based on availability) and preferred access to Cattle Track Art Compound
| Item | Included? |
|---|---|
| Gym access | Yes |
| Bicycle rentals | Yes |
| Breakfast or meals | No |
Parking, EV charging and local shuttle
The resort offers both self-parking and valet parking for daily fees. Electric-vehicle charging stations (including Tesla) are available on site.
A complimentary local courtesy shuttle is offered for short trips in the nearby area; rideshare and taxis are also commonly used for Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport transfers.
- Self-parking: $23 per day
- Valet parking: $35 per day
- On-site EV charging stations available
- Complimentary shopping-center shuttle / courtesy shuttle (local radius)
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Self-parking | $23/day |
| Valet parking | $35/day |
| EV charging | Available on site (brands include Tesla) |
Pets — rules, fees and service animals
Andaz Scottsdale welcomes dogs and cats with specific weight and quantity limits. Service animals are always exempt from the pet policy and any pet fees.
Pet fees are applied per stay; longer stays may trigger an additional deep-cleaning fee or be handled case-by-case per the hotel's policy.
- Allowed: dogs and cats only
- Maximum: 2 pets — either one pet up to 50 lbs, or two pets with a combined weight up to 75 lbs
- Pet fee: $150 per stay for stays of 6 nights or less
- Stays of 7–30 nights: $150 plus an additional $150 deep-cleaning fee; stays over 30 nights are at the resort's discretion
- Service animals: exempt from fees and restrictions
| Stay length | Pet fee |
|---|---|
| 1–6 nights | $150 per stay |
| 7–30 nights | $150 + $150 deep-cleaning fee |
| 30+ nights | At resort's discretion |
Pools and adults-only areas
The resort has three outdoor pools: the family-friendly Turquoise Pool, the Retreat Pool (for guests of The Retreat enclave), and the adults-only Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary Pool. The spa and its pool are restricted to guests 18 years and older.
Pools are heated (pools reported at about 90°F) and hot tubs are heated higher (reported at about 104°F). Public access to pools has historically been limited to registered guests; day-pass rules vary with third-party vendors.
- Turquoise Pool: family-oriented, near the lobby and Weft & Warp restaurant
- Retreat Pool: reserved for guests staying in The Retreat bungalows
- Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary Pool: adults-only (18+), access tied to spa policies
- Pool hours for the Turquoise Pool have been listed as roughly 6:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.
| Pool | Typical access |
|---|---|
| Turquoise Pool | All-ages; main pool near lobby |
| Retreat Pool | Guests of The Retreat only |
| Palo Verde Spa Pool | Adults 18+ (spa access) |
Check-in, payment and age rules
Standard check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM. Early check-in or late check-out may be available upon request and subject to availability.
The primary guest checking in must be at least 18 years old. The resort operates cash-free; expect to pay with credit, debit, or contactless cards and to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM
- Primary guest must be 18+ to check in
- Photo ID and credit card required at check-in
- Cash is not accepted — accepted cards include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| ID at check-in | Photo ID required |
| Payment | Cash-free; major cards accepted |
| Minimum age | Primary guest 18+ |
Spa, fitness and other practical policies
Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary operates with set hours and is reserved for guests 18 and older; spa treatments may include automatic service charges and separate fees for full spa access if not booking a treatment.
The resort offers a 24-hour fitness center (Technogym equipment) and both complimentary and paid yoga/fitness classes on property. Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available throughout the resort and across rooms and bungalows.
- Spa hours: Monday–Thursday 8:30am–6:00pm; Friday–Sunday 8:30am–7:00pm
- Reported spa service charge: an automatic ~22% on treatments (verify at time of booking)
- Fitness center: open 24 hours with Technogym equipment
- Wi‑Fi: complimentary property-wide
- Smoke-free property
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary | 18+ only; specific hours apply |
| Fitness Center | Open 24 hours; classes available |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary across property |
Useful tips and room notes
Room types include standalone bungalows and suites; if you need specific features, request them by room name at booking (examples: Studio Suite (Saarinen), Premium Bungalow (Knoll), Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sonoran Wellness)).
Breakfast is not included by default — cooked-to-order breakfast is available for a surcharge. Large-party dining, private dining and the Chef's Table experience are available by reservation.
- If you want bungalow seclusion, consider Premium Bungalow (Knoll) or the Retreat enclave bungalows
- Studio Suite (Saarinen) and Suite (Harper) are examples of suite-level options; check bedding and sofa-bed configurations when booking
- Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen and Turquoise Pool Bar & Grille are on-site dining options; reservations recommended for Weft & Warp
| Room name | Notes |
|---|---|
| Premium Bungalow (Knoll) | Standalone bungalow with private patio |
| Studio Suite (Saarinen) | Suite option with 1 King Bed |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sonoran Wellness) | 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed; wellness features |
