6902 E Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254, US
(480) 624-1000
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About Westin Kierland Resort & Spa

Near the heart of Scottsdale, the Westin Kierland Resort features one of Arizona's largest and all-encompassing resort properties. Set on over 600 acres with 700-plus guest rooms, there are a wide variety of activities to enjoy before and after golf. For swimming, there is an adults-only pool, cabana rentals, as well as kids area with waterslide and lazy river. You can also try the Kierland "FlowRider" wave experience. Dining is a highlight here with Deseo restaurant serving up southwestern fare in a stylish setting. In addition to 27 holes and a driving range, Kierland Golf Club is known for its multiple ways to get around the courses, from earth-surfing boards to bikes and motorcycles (for current offerings, inquire with the golf shop). The spa and fitness center feature hot tub, steam room and sauna amenities. Westin Kierland, part of the Marriott family of brands, is located near TPC Scottsdale, host of the annual Phoenix Open on the PGA Tour. Westin Kierland Resort is part of the Arizona Culturekeepers Program which has recognized 100 Arizonans for their contributions to the state's history, culture, environment and economy.

Facts

Price Range$$$
Property Class★★★★
Acres730
Year Opened2002
Number of Units500+

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Casual, Buffet, Bar
Room TypesRoom, Suite, Villas/Casitas
PoolAdults Only
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Westin Kierland Resort & Spa

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
410 Reviews (410)
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Could have been cheaper if I had booked directly.

Hate getting screwed by GolfNow. If I had called the course directly it would have been $12.50 less. Was told that the course, “had an agreement with GolfNow” that prevents them from saving me the $$. Call first. DO NOT TRUST GOLFNOW!

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Many better options

Poor service, rude and indifferent staff, no water available, no beverage cart, no starter, no staff at bag drop. Greens are in poor condition. Holes have very little character. Bottom line: Place is way over priced and overrated. You have many better options available. I understand the difficulty of coping with COVID-19 but every other course in the valley is presenting a better product during these times than Kierland.

First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 1.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 1.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great condition

Great condition. Nothing open due to Covid 19. I still think it’s overpriced at $100 a round in June but overall a very enjoyable day. Did not see on course beverage cart which may be due to Covid, other courses are doing so.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Service

For the price to play I am very disappointed in the lack of staff and customer service. There was no one at the bag drop, no starter, not cart service. I understand the issue we are facing with Covid but this is a resort course and for them to not have enough staff for the rate being charged is unacceptable! Courses like Silverado have amazing service for half the price and the course is just as good if not better from a ‘course shape perspective’! So disappointed because I’ve played here on numerous occasions and I’m ALWAYS willing to pay extra for customer service and condition. Our group had no direction as to where to start or when to start. We just had to ‘figure it out’!

Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 1.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 1.0
Reviews 768
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

A fun ride

The best way to experience Kierland is to ride one of their alternative vehicles. I spent nine holes on the Ellwee, a four-wheel ATV, and nine holes on the GolfBoard, which I've ridden in the past. The Ellwee is low to the ground and easy to master. The GolfBoard can be a little trickier for those who don't have great balance.

Riding one of these vehicles spices up what is a very straight-forward round of golf. Kierland is perfect for snowbirds who haven't played much. It's player-friendly and relatively wide open. There's just enough sand to keep things interesting without being too penal. I played poorly and still shot a decent score. That's Kierland for you.

A summer bunker renovation has the place looking good.

Golf Advisor
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
T O P 500
Reviews 80
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Surprisingly good

Played here because we had a day off from other rounds and we’re staying at the resort. These two courses were really good and in amazing shape for August. Mesquite is more narrow and you really need to place your shots. Ironwood is much wider but smart tree placement in the fairway makes you have to think about shot placement. Only knock was the bunkers were rock hard, but other than that no complaints

Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 22
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Little less dersert + little more grass = Great golf

The three nines at Kierland have more grass than many of their local counterparts, making them great courses for visiting midwesterners like me. Greens were smooth and pretty quick - look at your putts from every angle to see the breaks. Greens were firm but balls did check up. Many tee box options to match your game.

Off course staff was great - lunch in the grill even included free desert - tough to beat that!

First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 35
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Kierland I the hole so Ironwood/Acacia

Lots of room off the tee on either nine. Trouble begins on lightly bunkered huge greens. These have subtle breaks not always easy to read & you can be on the green & a long, long way from the hole so getting the speed right is the key to scoring here. #9 on the Acacia course is a tough walk, but this is a course I could recommend to all types of golfers.

First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Over Priced. Over Rated. Over Hyped.

Kierland has a severe case of arrogance. The staff are some of the worst I have ever experienced for their poor attitude and sense of entitlement. The course itself is boring, generic and offers nothing special. It is promoted as one of the best in Phoenix. NOT. It is one of the most expensive average courses. Unless you are out of options there is so much better golf. Kierland is a joke from top to bottom.

Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 1.0
T O P 1000
Reviews 78
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Roomy Fairways

If you are looking to play a course that is a litttle more forgiving from the tee then Kierland is a good choice. The greens were in nice shape and rolled well, we found it a fun track to play that was not as challenging as some in the area. Nice pro shop, and practice area as well

Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
T O P 1000
Reviews 64
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Top 5

This is one of the best around in my opinion. I'm a huge fan of rolling/slope type courses as opposed to the typical desert course you find 15 mins north of Kierland. Lush open fairways and tricky short game surrounding the greens.

You gotta play here if you have the chance.

Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 44
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

ZERO COMPLAINTS !

Great staff, course was very fun, Greens were perfect. This is how I get spoiled. Fairways were cut a little too short for me. was hoping drives would roll to the first cut. Over all a 10

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great resort course

Played this course for the first time. Well manicured and nice true greens. Forgiving layout but lots of challenges near the greens.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Beautiful Coarse!!

Course was in Fantastic shape!! Great layout and Fantastic Staff!! This is a MUST PLAY!!!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
T O P 500
Reviews 110
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Good but not great.

Overall nice condition check in and pace was good. Not overly scenic runs through condos, hotels and business park. Fairways are mostly wide with big greens only a couple of tight driving holes. When we finished no one at cart return area so had to lug clubs to far end of parking lot which was a hike. Got good deal on golf now so overall nice day. Had I paid the 169 price would have been very disappointed. At that price much better options out there.

Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Green we're in great shape

The fairways and green were great

Liked the course layout

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great condition

Staff was great. From check-in to bartenders to drink cart ladies. Top notch.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great Experience

Although this tee time was a little later than we would have liked, given the heat wave, we could not pass up this course at such a great deal.

Staff was tremendous and pace of play was under 4 hours.

Course was a little fuzzy from overseeding, but other than that - outstanding.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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