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The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

4.0 of 5
4000 N. Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
Ranked #33 of 78 hotels in Scottsdale
4.0 of 5 stars 107 Reviews
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Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

From the valet welcome when I first arrived I knew that this property was going to work out just fine - the check-in experience was informative - the sleeping room was modern, fresh, trendy, and just comfortable. enjoyed two Iron Chef restaurants during my stay. I'd Recommended this property to the leisure, business, and group traveler…from hello to goodbye -... More

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Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My wife and I stayed at The Saguaro this week and I must say it was a different experience but fantastic. The hotel is very retro and the rooms seem dated (especially the bathroom) but with charm and purpose. The beds are incredible and the rooms have all the amenities you need including bar fridge, safe, large HD TV, etc,... More

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AKleinGM, General Manager at The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
26 May 2012

Dear David J, Thanks for your great review about the Saguaro. Sounds like you were able to enjoy almost every aspect of the hotel, including the surrounding areas in Old Town Scottsdale - we definitely have the best location! We thank you for your comments, and hope that you'll come back and see us again very soon. Regards, Alan Klein... More

Salt Lake City, Utah
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This hotel was everything it said it was and more. The decor was adorable, funky, and fun. The staff were friendly, interesting, and helpful. The food was perfect and the pool was the best pool I have ever been to. The hotel is even better looking in person! We loved the atmosphere at the hotel so much that we struggled... More

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New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I really enjoyed this hotel; I had my dog with me and we got a first floor room with and enclosed outdoor area. VERY friendly staff, great food, bright and cheery. . . a pool, a spa and a fabulous location, what more can you want? Great restaurant options, and again, the location is awesome!

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AKleinGM, General Manager at The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
26 May 2012

Dear sscavender, Thanks for your great feedback on our Dog Friendly hotel! Our team takes great pride in making sure that our four legged friends also have a great time when staying with us. It was also great to hear that you had great interactions with our team - I'll be sure to pass on your comments to them! Again,... More

Seattle, Washington
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We recently stayed here for a weekend vacation, and had a great time. I was mainly interested in the pool and getting some sunshine and this was the perfect relaxing location. The pool chairs were comfortable and plenty of umbrellas were available for shade, the pool was the perfect temperature, and the poolside drinks were refreshing and delicious. I also... More

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AKleinGM, General Manager at The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
26 May 2012

Dear alaskangrown, It was great to hear how the Saguaro was the perfect place for your weekend vacation. I'll be certain to pass on your great comments about our team to the staff. Thanks for your feedback and review and we hope to see you back again soon! Alan Klein General Manager More

Waltham, Massachusetts
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This hotel inspired me to take a trip to Arizona when I saw it on sale on SniqueAway. I'm glad booked it for a night, but I wished I had one more day to relax by the pool -- which was very beautiful and comfortable with cushy lounge chairs and a bartender that made a mean margarita. The staff was... More

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AKleinGM, General Manager at The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
26 May 2012

Dear fuzzypinkbunny, Sounds like you had the perfect stay at the Saguaro here in Scottsdale. We thank you for your great review, and hope that we will see you back again with us soon! Regards, Alan Klein General Manager More

Costa Mesa, CA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

From the valet driver, to the check-in to the bartender at the tequila bar the service was great. This place has pool parties and a lively atmosphere so this is not the quiet getaway kind of hotel. I would stay here again simply for the service. The room was clean, nice and very trendy. The bed was comfortable and the... More

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AKleinGM, General Manager at The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2012

Dear deeceeuci, It was nice to read your comments on your recent stay with us. I will be passing on to our team your comments about the great service you received while you were here - they always like to hear about that! We're so glad that you stayed with us, and we hope to see you back again soon.... More

2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The food at the hotel restaurant, breakfast and dinner, was great. The check in staff and bell hops/valets are young, energetic, and helpful. The only letdown is that this is an old hotel and the hip and colorful renovation, which was great in the lobby and main areas, was poor in the rooms. It appears they tried to save money... More

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AKleinGM, General Manager at The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
15 May 2012

Dear JVAO, Thanks for your recent review of our hotel. It was great to hear how you enjoyed the restaurant and had great service by our staff, I'll definately pass this on to our team. I was dissapointed that the room did not meet the same standard for you as the rest of the hotel, but hope you'll give us... More

scottsdale
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

i live in far-north scottsdale and decided to stay at a nice hotel in old town scottsdale to go out with friends and hang out someplace upscale. i had no qualms about staying at the saguaro (having been here before when it was under previous owners) and the fact that it was rated 4 stars. i am not sure what... More

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AKleinGM, General Manager at The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
26 May 2012

Dear drunkinscottsdale, Thanks for your feedback and comments on your recent stay with us. During the hot summer months, our A/C units do cycle on and off a bit more to ensure that the guest rooms stay cool. We are very sorry if this kept you awake, and we have had our engineering team overhaul your unit to ensure that... More

El Dorado Hills, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Chose this hotel for it's proximity to Old Town and the Scottsdale Stadium. It was a perfect location, everything within walking distance. There were plenty of golf cart/bicycle "taxis" if you wanted a lift, however. The hotel is very colorful and hip. Both pool areas are nice with a lot of seating and lounge chairs with towels. It closes before... More

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AKleinGM, General Manager at The Saguaro, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
26 May 2012

Dear Ihbaca, It was great to hear about your Spring Training visit to Scottsdale and the Saguaro. Thanks for letting us know how much you enjoyed the bed and guestroom as well as your dining experiences in Distrito. As a hotel in Old Town Scottsdale, there can be a bit of noise from time to time, but I'm glad you... More

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4000 N. Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Price range (per night):* S$158 - 277

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