
Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas
Best for families and guests who want a modern Kimpton‑style property with many pools, a spa hydrotherapy circuit, and on-site Baja‑Sonoran dining.
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Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas is a recently reimagined, family-friendly 404-room Kimpton property on 40 acres in Paradise Valley with six outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and Baja‑Sonoran dining. Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is a large, long-established 750-room luxury resort in Scottsdale known for multiple pools, on-site golf and a sizeable spa — read this if you want to choose between a newer Kimpton lifestyle resort and a classic, high‑profile Scottsdale luxury property.
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Best for families and guests who want a modern Kimpton‑style property with many pools, a spa hydrotherapy circuit, and on-site Baja‑Sonoran dining.

Best for travelers who want a large, full‑service Scottsdale resort with extensive meeting/event space, on‑site golf and many pool options.
When Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas wins: choose Miralina if you prioritize a newer property, included pool and fitness access via the resort fee, a dedicated family program and hydrotherapy spa experiences that require a short, scheduled pass.
When Fairmont Scottsdale Princess wins: pick the Fairmont if you want a very large resort with more on‑site restaurants/bars, multiple poolside bars, an on‑site golf course and extensive conference and event facilities.
Bottom line: both properties offer multiple pools and full spa programs; Miralina leans newer and more boutique‑Kimpton in style with family amenities and included Wi‑Fi, while the Fairmont is a traditional Scottsdale luxury megaproperty geared to big events, golf and a broader set of on‑site facilities.
| Category | Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas | Fairmont Scottsdale Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Contemporary Kimpton lifestyle resort with family programming and modern Baja‑Sonoran dining. | Large, high‑profile Scottsdale luxury resort focused on golf, events and varied on‑site outlets. |
| Location | 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Paradise Valley/Scottsdale — between Camelback and Mummy Mountains, near Old Town Scottsdale. | 7575 E Princess Drive, Scottsdale — near Scottsdale Quarter and Kierland Commons. |
| Size (rooms) | 404 rooms (224 guestrooms + 180 suites & villas). | 750 rooms. |
| Audience / age policy | All ages; family‑friendly with a dedicated family pool; check‑in minimum age 18. | All ages; family‑friendly resort (children stay free under policy noted). |
| Pools | Six outdoor pools across the 40‑acre property; pool access included in daily resort fee; family and adults‑only pool options. | Six outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs; multiple poolside bars and pool cabanas (surcharge). |
| Restaurants & bars | Hecho Libre (Baja‑Sonoran, all day), CIMA pool bar, Cafe Libre and in‑room dining. | About 5 restaurants including La Hacienda (Mexican), 4 bars/lounges and 3 poolside bars; room service available (limited hours). |
| Spa & wellness | Spa Miralina with massages, facials, hydrotherapy circuit (2‑hour Hydrotherapy Pass), sauna and cold plunges; 24‑hour fitness + classes. | Full spa with massages, body treatments and facials; fitness classes on site and health club/steam/sauna facilities. |
| Events & meeting space | Over 50,000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor event space, multiple ballrooms and a glass‑walled pavilion. | Conference space ~4,274 m² (46,005 sq ft) including a ballroom and banquet facilities. |
| Parking & transport | Complimentary daily self‑parking included via resort fee; no airport shuttle (car recommended). | Self‑parking and valet available for a surcharge; limo/town car service available. |
| Pets | Pet‑friendly policy: IHG listing says no charge and no deposit (confirm with property); some third‑party sites list a fee. | Service and pet policies vary by source — supplier listing notes 'food and water bowls' and pet‑friendly features but confirm with property. |
Kimpton Miralina sits on 40 acres between Camelback and Mummy Mountains in the Paradise Valley area, a short drive to Old Town Scottsdale and Camelback hiking.
Choose Miralina for a resort set between iconic Phoenix peaks with easy access to Old Town Scottsdale.
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is positioned near Scottsdale Quarter and Kierland Commons with convenient access to shopping, golf and local attractions.
Pick the Fairmont if you want proximity to Scottsdale’s big shopping centers and resort golf/event infrastructure.
Miralina offers a mix of guestrooms, suites and multi‑bedroom villas and residences across 404 rooms — options for couples, families and groups.
Miralina is best for travelers who want villa or suite options and family‑friendly connecting rooms.
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is a much larger resort with roughly 750 air‑conditioned rooms ranging from standard rooms to large suites.
Fairmont’s scale gives more choices in room size and configurations for big groups and events.
Kimpton Miralina centers its food program on Baja‑Sonoran flavors and poolside cocktails.
Miralina focuses on a consistent Baja‑Sonoran food and beverage program across restaurant and pool bar.
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess offers multiple on‑site restaurants and bars with a wider on‑property dining footprint.
Fairmont is better if you want more on‑site restaurant variety and multiple bar/poolside outlets.
Miralina has six outdoor pools across its expansive grounds with family and adults‑only options and poolside food/drinks.
Miralina’s multiple pools and large grounds make it practical for families and guests who want pool variety without leaving the resort.
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess also features six outdoor pools, hot tubs and extensive poolside service.
Fairmont competes head‑to‑head on pool count but pairs pools with cabana services and more poolside bar options.
Spa Miralina provides hydrotherapy circuits, traditional spa treatments and a 24‑hour fitness center with classes.
Miralina is a strong choice for guests seeking a modern spa with hydrotherapy and on‑site fitness classes.
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess offers a large spa program, fitness classes and additional resort activities year‑round.
Choose Fairmont if you want a traditional full‑service resort spa and a wider calendar of large‑scale events and evening outlets.

Kimpton Miralina — dedicated family pool, connecting rooms, children's dining menus and family programming.

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — on‑site golf, golf lessons/driving range options and very large conference/banquet space.

Kimpton Miralina — Spa Miralina with a two‑hour hydrotherapy circuit and contrast cold plunges.

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess — more restaurants, multiple bars and several poolside outlets across a larger property.
Kimpton Miralina is designed with families in mind — a dedicated family pool, connecting rooms and children's dining options. Fairmont also welcomes families but is larger and oriented toward golf and events.
At Kimpton Miralina, pool access is included in the daily resort fee while the hydrotherapy circuit uses a 2‑hour Hydrotherapy Pass; Fairmont lists pools and spa services but may charge for cabanas, some pool services and spa treatments.
Both properties offer extensive event space: Miralina advertises over 50,000 sq ft with multiple ballrooms and a glass pavilion; Fairmont Scottsdale Princess lists roughly 46,005 sq ft (4,274 m²) of conference space and large banquet facilities, making both suitable depending on exact capacity needs.
Neither property is in a dense walkable downtown; Miralina is a short drive to Old Town and Camelback Mountain, while Fairmont is near Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter — a car or short ride is recommended.
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