Arizona History at Westin Kierland Resort

Kierland Resort is unique among Scottsdale Arizona real estate.  Tucked amid the McDowell Mountains of central Scottsdale real estate, the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is an Arizona landmark. Inspired by the theme “Treasuring the Essence of Arizona,” the resort pays tribute to Arizona history by displaying historical artifacts, artwork, and photography.

A pleasant mix of older Scottsdale homes surrounds the 730-acre master-planned Kierland Community that includes popular shopping destination at Kierland Commons, an exclusive 27-hole championship golf course, Agave Spa, Adventure Water Park, hundreds of luxury guest rooms, and much more.

The vacation oasis in the Sonoran Desert of Scottsdale AZ real estate features:

• Three world-class golf courses and Kierland golf club
• Tranquil spa with unique and rejuvenating treatments including oxygen facials at Agave Spa
• Tennis Courts
• Fitness facilities
• A spectacular outdoor pool complex with sand beach, 110-foot waterslide, and 900-foot river
• Year-round games and activities at Westin Kids’ club
• Organized activities and family events
• Top dining experiences
• Shopping with Key to Kierland Shopping at Kierland Commons

A self-guided walking tour leads guests through the depictions of Arizona history on display.  Descriptive plaques, each written with a Will Rogers bent by state historian Marshall Trimble, detail key moments of our past.  In the meeting and function area of the Resort are Discovery Hall, Expedition Hall, and Visionaries Hall where river explorers such as John Wesley Powell join

Arizona Indian chiefs and heads of state, those honored for creating the “Essence of Arizona.”
Arizona Culturekeepers in conjunction with the Arizona Historical Society and The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa to recognizes 10 Arizona pioneers of entrepreneurial spirit, civic leadership, and outstanding contributions.  The state celebrates its 100th birthday in 2012.

In addition to presenting Arizona history and offering 732 spacious Southwestern-style guestrooms with Heavenly Beds® and private balconies and terraces, the Kierland Resort hosts several events.  They include Scottish Pipes at Sunset, Saturday Night Scotch Tastings, Well Beyond, and concerts.

The “Scottish Pipes at Sunset” series features bagpiper Michael McClanathan and honors Scottish immigrants who helped develop Arizona’s railroads, mines, and towns.  “Summer Concert Series at Kierland Commons” features live performances on the plaza each Saturday evening while “Saturday Night Scotch Tastings” serve Johnny Walker Scotches.  “Well Beyond” Weekends feature experts from Mayo Clinic, which is located just northwest of the resort teaching life-long health.

Guests also access a full selection of FUN activities such as trips to the Grand Canyon and hot air balloon rides.  For information about the estate homes and luxury real estate in the area, contact the LUXE Real Estate Group at 1-888-900-LUXE.