Age and kids policy — what families need to know
Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows is an all-ages resort — children of any age are welcome — but it includes adults-only zones: the Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary and its spa pool are limited to guests 18 and older. The Turquoise Pool is family-friendly; other facilities (spa, some pool areas) have age or access restrictions noted below.
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Who can stay and who can check in?
Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows welcomes families and children of all ages across the property, and many public areas (lobby, Turquoise Pool, Weft & Warp restaurant) are open to guests of every age.
The primary guest checking in must be at least 18 years old and all guests will be asked for a photo ID and credit card at check‑in. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM; early or late arrangements may be available on request at the front desk.
- Property address: 6114 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale/Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM
- Main check-in age requirement: 18+ (primary guest)
| Policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Who can stay | Children of any age are welcome |
| Who can check in | Primary guest must be 18 years or older |
| ID at check-in | Photo ID and credit card required |
Pools and age restrictions
The resort has three outdoor pools: Turquoise Pool (the family-friendly main pool), the Retreat Pool (for guests of The Retreat enclave/bungalows), and the Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary Pool (adults-only).
The Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary, including its pool and many spa amenities, is reserved for guests 18 and older. Pool hours and access can vary by season and special events; day-pass availability has separate rules through third-party vendors.
- Turquoise Pool: family-oriented and located near the lobby and Weft & Warp restaurant
- Retreat Pool: for guests staying in The Retreat bungalows/enclave
- Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary Pool: reserved for guests 18+
| Pool | Access / age rule |
|---|---|
| Turquoise Pool | Open to all ages (family-friendly) |
| Retreat Pool | Restricted to guests of The Retreat bungalows |
| Palo Verde Spa Pool | Adults only — 18+ |
Spa access and rules for kids
Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary is a full-service spa that limits access to those 18 and older. That restriction covers the spa facility and the spa pool; children are not allowed in those areas even if accompanying a parent.
Spa hours are published (Mon–Thu 8:30am–6:00pm; Fri–Sun 8:30am–7:00pm). Spa treatments, hydrotherapy spaces, and relaxation lounges may apply additional policies (for example, an automatic service charge for treatments has been reported by third parties).
- Spa name: Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary
- Spa hours: Mon–Thu 8:30am–6:00pm; Fri–Sun 8:30am–7:00pm
- Spa access: 18+ only (includes spa pool and spa-only amenities)
| Spa item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Spa pool access | 18+ only |
| Treatment rooms & lounges | Adults-only spa areas |
| Spa dining & cabanas | Available to spa guests (18+) |
Family-friendly rooms and bungalow options
The resort offers a variety of room types that work well for families, including rooms with two beds and suites with sofa beds. Room names appear as listed by the property and include Room (Eames Resort), Room (Eames) with 2 Queen Beds, Studio Suite (Saarinen), Suite (Sonoran) with a Queen Sofa Bed, Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sonoran Wellness) with a Queen Sofa Bed, and multi-bedroom Villas such as Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Girard House) and Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Albers House).
Standalone bungalows and villas offer private patios and outdoor features that families often prefer; the Retreat is a small private enclave of bungalows with its own pool and lawn space for guests staying there.
- Good family choices: Room (Eames) with 2 Queen Beds; Suite (Sonoran) and Suite, 1 Bedroom (Sonoran Wellness) (both have a Queen Sofa Bed)
- For privacy: Premium Bungalow (Knoll) and Retreat bungalow options
- Largest family units: Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Girard House) and Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Albers House)
| Room type | Family features |
|---|---|
| Room (Eames) | Available with 2 Queen Beds |
| Suite (Sonoran) | 1 King Bed + 1 Queen Sofa Bed |
| Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Albers House) | Two King Beds, private living spaces |
Dining, poolsides, and kids at restaurants
Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen and Turquoise Pool Bar & Grille both welcome families; the Turquoise Pool Bar sits beside the family-friendly Turquoise Pool. Breakfast is not automatically included with rooms; cooked-to-order breakfast is available for a surcharge.
The spa’s dining areas and the Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary spaces are reserved for those 18 and older, consistent with the spa access policy.
- Weft & Warp: accepts reservations (OpenTable or phone), serves breakfast and dinner; dress code: smart casual
- Turquoise Pool Bar: casual poolside menu (open ~11:00 AM–5:00 PM) and family-friendly seating
- Breakfast: available for an extra charge (not included in standard room rates)
| Dining spot | Kid policy / notes |
|---|---|
| Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen | Children welcome; reservations recommended |
| Turquoise Pool Bar & Grille | Family-friendly poolside dining (open daytime) |
| Palo Verde Spa Dining | Reserved for spa guests (18+) |
Practical notes for families during your stay
The resort charges a mandatory daily resort fee (listed on the property's site) that includes amenities such as 24‑hour gym access, resort bicycles, recreation equipment (croquet, cornhole, bocce), EV charging, live entertainment, and other programming — check current inclusions with the hotel at booking.
Parking options include self-parking and valet for daily fees, and the property provides free Wi‑Fi. If you plan poolside time with kids, confirm any guest-only pool restrictions or day-pass rules in advance: some third-party day-pass sales for the Turquoise Pool are restricted to adults 21+ through vendors like ResortPass.
- Mandatory daily resort fee applies (inclusions vary; verify at booking)
- Self-parking and valet available for daily fees
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property; 24-hour gym access included in resort programming
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Parking | Self‑parking and valet available (fees apply) |
| Wi‑Fi | Free throughout the property |
| Day-pass / non-guest pool access | Third-party day passes (if offered) may have age limits (e.g., 21+) |
