Arizona Grand Resort

This sprawling resort, which underwent a $52-million makeover a few years ago, abuts the 17,000-acre South Mountain Park and is one of the best choices in the Valley for families. If I were a 12-year-old, I would beg my parents to stay here and spend every day playing in the wave pool, tubing "river," twisty water slide, and two free-fall-style water slides. There are also numerous children's programs. The guest rooms, all suites, feature contemporary Southwestern furnishings and lots of space. Rustler's Rooste, the resort's fun cowboy steakhouse, serves rattlesnake appetizers and is a favorite with families.

Facilities:
5 restaurants, including Rustler's Rooste; 3 lounges; babysitting; bikes; children's programs; concierge; executive-level rooms; 18-hole golf course; health club and full-service spa; 9 Jacuzzis; 7 outdoor pools (including 7-acre water park); room service

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