
Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas
Best for families and wellness-focused travelers who want multiple pool choices, villas and a resort spa with a hydrotherapy circuit.
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Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas is a recently reimagined, family-friendly desert resort on 40 acres in Paradise Valley with six outdoor pools, villas and a full-service spa. The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa is a large, recognizable Scottsdale resort known for golf, a water-park-style pool complex and family amenities — read this if you’re choosing between a newer, design-forward Scottsdale property and a long-running resort with big-name family facilities.
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Best for families and wellness-focused travelers who want multiple pool choices, villas and a resort spa with a hydrotherapy circuit.

Best for larger-family stays and guests who want resort golf, broad meeting space and a water-park-style pool complex steps from Kierland Commons.
When Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas wins: choose Miralina if you prioritize newer design, a wide range of villa and suite layouts (including multi-bedroom villas and private residences), an on-site hydrotherapy spa with a defined adults-only circuit, and multiple distinct pool settings across a 40-acre property.
When The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa wins: pick the Westin Kierland if you want an established resort with large inventory (hundreds of rooms), on-site golf/driving-range facilities, a prominent family-oriented pool complex and immediate access to Kierland Commons shopping and dining.
Bottom line: Miralina is the newer, design-led option with hands-on wellness offerings and villa-style accommodations; Westin Kierland is the broader, traditional Scottsdale resort that works well for golf, larger groups and families seeking close-to-mall convenience.
| Category | Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas | The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort redesigned for Kimpton lifestyle — contemporary Baja-Sonoran dining and wellness focus | Large, mainstream Scottsdale resort with family and golf focus |
| Location | 7200 N. Scottsdale Road in Paradise Valley, between Camelback and Mummy Mountains; close to Old Town Scottsdale | 6902 E Greenway Pkwy in Scottsdale, a 3-minute walk to Kierland Commons |
| Size (rooms) | 404 total rooms (224 guestrooms + 180 Suites & Villas, including private residences) | 735 guestrooms |
| Who it's for | Families, couples seeking spa/hydrotherapy, guests wanting villas and suite space | Families, golfers, groups wanting lots of on-site activities |
| Pools / signature water feature | Six outdoor pools across the property (Canyon Oasis, Courtyard, Casita, plus family and adults-only options) | Two outdoor pools and a water-park-style pool complex; pool options for families and adults |
| Restaurants & bars | Hecho Libre (Baja-Sonoran, all day), CIMA Pool Bar, Cafe Libre and in-room dining | 3 restaurants, coffee shop/cafe, bar/lounge and poolside bar; 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | Spa Miralina with massages, facials, hydrotherapy circuit, sauna and cold plunges (hydrotherapy 18+) | On-site spa offering massages, body treatments and facials; health club and fitness classes |
| Golf & sports | No on-site golf listed; nearby hiking and desert activities | Golf course and golf driving range on site; golf lessons available |
| Meetings & events | Over 50,000 sq ft of flexible indoor/outdoor event space including Meridian Ballroom and Horizon Pavilion | Conference center and banquet/meeting facilities (conference space noted in supplier listing) |
| Parking & transport | Complimentary daily self-parking included through the resort fee; airport transfers not provided | Self parking (surcharge) and valet available (surcharge); preferred airport PHX |
Kimpton Miralina sits on 40 acres between Camelback and Mummy Mountains in Paradise Valley, a short drive from Old Town Scottsdale.
Choose Miralina for a more resort-secluded feel with mountain views and easy access to Old Town by car.
The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa sits in northern Scottsdale adjacent to Kierland Commons for immediate shopping and dining access.
Pick Westin Kierland if you want to stay within walking distance of shops and restaurants at Kierland Commons.
Miralina offers a wide room mix including guest rooms, multi-bedroom villas and private residences.
Miralina is the better choice when you need multi-bedroom space or an in-room kitchenette.
Westin Kierland provides a large inventory of standard rooms and suites in many view and accessibility configurations.
Westin Kierland is suited for travelers who want many standard room options and larger on-site capacity.
Kimpton Miralina centers its on-site dining on Baja-to-Sonoran flavors with an all-day restaurant, pool bar and cafe.
If you want a focused Baja-Sonoran culinary program and poolside cocktails, Miralina delivers that in-house.
Westin Kierland lists multiple on-site restaurants, a coffee shop and 24-hour room service for varied dining needs.
Choose Westin Kierland if you want more dining outlets and late-night room service options on property.
Miralina highlights six outdoor pools and a spa hydrotherapy circuit that separates family and adults-only experiences.
Miralina is ideal for guests who want multiple pool environments plus a structured spa hydrotherapy program.
The Westin Kierland has a family-focused pool complex and additional outdoor pools for a classic resort experience.
Westin Kierland is the choice for families who want a resort water complex with slides and kid-oriented features.
Miralina emphasizes its spa and wellness classes alongside evening programming like live music at Hecho Libre.
If spa treatments, hydrotherapy and a quieter evenings program matter, Miralina is set up for that stay style.
Westin Kierland provides spa services, fitness classes and on-site activities tied to golf and family entertainment.
Pick Westin Kierland for activity-driven stays that blend spa time with golf and family entertainment.

Kimpton Miralina — wide mix of villas, one-bedroom and multi-bedroom residences and kitchenettes.

The Westin Kierland — on-site golf course, driving range and golf lessons.

Kimpton Miralina — Spa Miralina with a timed hydrotherapy circuit and cold plunge options.

The Westin Kierland — a short walk to Kierland Commons and close to Scottsdale Quarter.
Both are family-friendly, but Westin Kierland emphasizes a water-park-style pool complex and broad family programming, while Miralina offers a dedicated family pool plus villa layouts for families who want more private space.
At Kimpton Miralina, pool access is included in the daily resort fee. Westin Kierland’s supplier listing notes pools and family facilities; local fees for extras (lessons, cabanas) may apply — check the property at booking.
Kimpton Miralina has a detailed hydrotherapy circuit with timed Hydrotherapy Passes and a spa schedule; Westin Kierland also offers spa treatments and a health club but Miralina’s hydrotherapy offerings are more prominently described.
Kimpton Miralina’s official policy says pets are welcome with no additional charge (confirm at booking). The Westin Kierland supplier listing notes that the property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges may apply).
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