Weddings, proposals and small ceremonies at Andaz Scottsdale
Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows hosts weddings, proposals, and small ceremonies across a range of indoor and outdoor venues — from intimate gardens like the Organic Garden to larger lawns and the Foundry Ballroom. The resort provides on-site catering, a dedicated wedding planner, and 185 rooms (including standalone bungalows and villas) to house wedding parties and guests.
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Venues and capacities
The resort offers multiple ceremony and reception spaces that suit small elopements up to larger celebrations. Outdoor lawns provide Camelback Mountain views and small garden settings for intimate ceremonies.
Indoor options include the Foundry Ballroom and smaller meeting rooms if you prefer air-conditioned or evening events with flexible layout and AV support.
- Organic Garden Venue — suited to elopements and micro-weddings; listed capacity: 20 Guests
- Sonoran Lawn Venue — shaded, bungalow-surrounded lawn for intimate ceremonies; listed capacity: 75 Guests
- Albers Lawn Venue — outdoor space with listed capacity: 200 Guests
- Cholla Lawn Venue — largest outdoor site with listed capacity: 400 Guests
- Foundry Ballroom Venue — 3,800 sq ft indoor ballroom; listed reception capacity: 240 Guests
| Venue | Type | Listed Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Organic Garden Venue | Outdoor, intimate | 20 Guests |
| Sonoran Lawn Venue | Outdoor, shaded | 75 Guests |
| Foundry Ballroom | Indoor ballroom | 240 Guests |
| Cholla Lawn | Outdoor lawn | 400 Guests |
Small ceremonies, proposals and elopements
For proposals and very small ceremonies, ask about the Organic Garden or Sonoran Lawn; both are described as suitable for intimate gatherings. The resort notes a dedicated wedding planner who can coordinate ceremony set-up and local vendor access.
If you want a private dining option after a proposal or small ceremony, Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen has a semi-private Private Dining Room and a Chef's Table experience for small groups.
- Organic Garden: intimate outdoor option (20 guests)
- Weft & Warp Private Dining Room: good for post-ceremony meals
- Chef's Table: six-course tasting for 2–8 guests (reservations required)
| Post-ceremony option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Weft & Warp Private Dining Room | Small celebration meals, bachelorette lunches |
| Chef's Table (Weft & Warp) | 2–8 guests for tasting menu |
| Turquoise Pool Bar (small rentals) | Casual poolside cocktails for small groups |
Catering, menus and alcohol service
Catering is handled on-site through the resort’s food-and-beverage team; Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen is the main chef-driven restaurant and supports private and semi-private dining. The restaurant serves Mediterranean-influenced dishes and offers reservations via OpenTable or by phone.
The Turquoise Pool Bar & Grille provides casual poolside food and drinks (margarita pitchers, tacos, local craft beer) and may suit a relaxed reception or welcome event near the Turquoise Pool.
- Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen — formal plated and private dining options; Chef's Table available (minimums apply)
- Turquoise Pool Bar & Grille — poolside casual catering and bar service (open daily 11:00 AM–5:00 PM)
- For group dining or large receptions, coordinate menu options with the resort’s events/catering team
| On-site outlet | Suitable use |
|---|---|
| Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen | Formal dinners, private dining, Chef's Table |
| Turquoise Pool Bar & Grille | Casual receptions, poolside food and drinks |
| Palo Verde Spa Dining | Healthy spa-side refreshments (adults-only spa areas) |
Rooms and group accommodations
The resort has 185 rooms and standalone bungalows across 23 acres; these include named room types such as Premium Bungalow (Knoll), Studio Suite (Saarinen), Suite (Sonoran), Suite (Harper), Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Albers House) and others. The Retreat is a private enclave within the resort comprised of 20 bungalows and is sometimes used by wedding groups.
If you need a signature suite or multi-room house for the wedding party, ask about Albers House and the Villas; Albers House is noted in the property materials as a private mid-century suite with Camelback Mountain views and is used for wedding groups.
- Popular room types for wedding groups: Premium Bungalow (Knoll), Studio Suite (Saarinen), Suite (Sonoran), Suite (Harper), Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Albers House)
- The Retreat: 20-room bungalow enclave around a private pool and event lawn — useful for small wedding parties
- Reserve blocks early — the resort lists 185 total rooms and standalone bungalows across the property
| Room type (examples) | Notes |
|---|---|
| Premium Bungalow (Knoll) | Standalone bungalow with private patio |
| Studio Suite (Saarinen) | One-bed suite option; some cabana variants available |
| Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Albers House) | Two-bedroom villa used for wedding groups |
Planning, logistics and costs to expect
The resort provides a dedicated wedding planner and on-site event staff; reach out early to discuss availability, event fees, and required minimums. The property lists indoor and outdoor capacities and nearly 50,000 sq ft of combined event space (about 10,000 sq ft indoor and 36,000 sq ft outdoor) across multiple venues.
Practical details: check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. The resort charges a mandatory daily resort fee (documented on the property site) and offers both self-parking and valet parking for daily fees.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; Check-out: 12:00 PM
- Mandatory daily resort fee applies (see resort for current amount and inclusions)
- Self-parking and valet parking are available for daily fees
- Ask the planner about ceremony rehearsal timing, noise restrictions, and local permits
| Service | Note |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Mandatory daily resort fee; includes select resort amenities |
| Parking | Self-parking and valet available for daily fees |
| Wedding planner | On-site planner available — contact the resort for details |
Spa, adults-only spaces and guest experience
Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary is the resort’s full-service spa and includes a pool reserved for guests 18 and older; spa hours are Monday–Thursday 8:30 AM–6:00 PM and Friday–Sunday 8:30 AM–7:00 PM. Spa amenities include indoor and outdoor treatment rooms, hydrotherapy spaces, and relaxation lounges.
If your wedding weekend includes a spa day, note that spa facility access and some spa dining options are limited to guests 18 and older. The resort also offers on-site yoga and fitness classes and a 24-hour gym for guests.
- Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary — spa pool and treatments; spa access restricted to guests 18+
- Spa hours: Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–6:00 PM; Fri–Sun 8:30 AM–7:00 PM
- Wellness offerings: yoga classes, 24-hour fitness room, and spa treatments (book early for groups)
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary | Spa pool and treatments; 18+ policy |
| Fitness center | Open 24 hours with Technogym equipment |
| On-site classes | Yoga and fitness classes available (some complimentary, some paid) |
