Is Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes — Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas is a strong choice if you want a large, family-friendly Scottsdale resort with multiple pools, on-site dining, a full spa, and event space. It’s best for guests who plan to use resort amenities (pools, fitness, spa) and don’t need airport transfers; be aware of a mandatory daily resort fee that covers parking, Wi‑Fi, pool and fitness access.
In this guide
Location & context
Kimpton Miralina Resort and Villas sits on 40 acres in the Paradise Valley/Scottsdale area between Camelback and Mummy Mountains. The address is 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale (AZ) 85253.
Old Town Scottsdale and Scottsdale Fashion Square are a short drive away, and Camelback Mountain (Echo Canyon/Cholla trails) is also within a few minutes by car. The resort does not operate an airport shuttle; Phoenix Sky Harbor is the nearest major airport.
- Address: 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
- Near: Old Town Scottsdale, Scottsdale Fashion Square, Camelback Mountain
- Airport: Phoenix Sky Harbor (no hotel shuttle; car recommended)
| Nearby attraction | Typical travel time (by car) — listings vary |
|---|---|
| Scottsdale Fashion Square | About 8 minutes |
| Camelback Mountain (trailheads) | A few minutes (varies by exact trailhead) |
| Desert Botanical Garden | Around 15 minutes |
Pools, spa and fitness — who it’s for
The resort emphasizes water and wellness: there are six outdoor pools across the property, including named pools such as Canyon Oasis, Courtyard and Casita pools. Pool hours are 7:00 AM–10:00 PM and pool access is included in the daily resort fee.
Spa Miralina operates daily from 9:00 AM–6:00 PM and offers massages, facials, body treatments, hydrotherapy circuits, a sauna and cold plunges. The hydrotherapy circuit requires guests to be 18+ and is run as a two-hour Hydrotherapy Pass.
- Six outdoor pools (family-friendly areas plus an adults-only pool option)
- Spa Miralina — hydrotherapy circuit reserved for guests 18 and older
- 24-hour fitness center plus scheduled yoga and Pilates classes (included in resort fee)
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Pool access | Included with resort fee (7:00 AM–10:00 PM) |
| Hydrotherapy circuit | 2-hour pass; 18+; swimwear required |
| Fitness | 24-hour gym and classes included in resort fee |
Rooms, suites and villas — variety and examples
The property has a large mix of accommodations (404 total rooms across guestrooms, suites and villas). Room types range from entry-level units to multi-bedroom Villas & Residences — options include Room (Canyon Casita), Villa, Patio (Valley), Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View and multi-bedroom units such as Room (Miru Residence).
If you need space for families or groups, look at multi-bed listings and Villas & Residences. Accessible rooms are available (13 accessible rooms are part of the inventory).
- Example room names exactly as listed: Room (Canyon Casita); Villa, Patio (Valley); Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View; Premium Room, Courtyard View; Room (Miru Residence)
- Accommodates families with connecting rooms, rollaway availability (approximately $25/night), cribs and high chairs on request
- 404 total rooms; 224 guestrooms and 180 Suites & Villas (including private Residences)
| Room type | Typical bed setup (from property list) |
|---|---|
| Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View | 1 King Bed |
| Room, 2 King Beds, Courtyard View | 2 King Beds |
| Room (Canyon Casita) | 1 King Bed |
| Room (Miru Residence) | 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds |
Dining & poolside drinks
On-site dining centers on Hecho Libre, a Baja–Sonoran restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; hours for Hecho Libre are 7:00–11:00 AM (breakfast), 11:00 AM–2:00 PM (lunch) and 5:00–10:00 PM (dinner). Cafe Libre provides coffee and pastries in the morning, and the CIMA Pool Bar serves cocktails and small plates from late morning to evening.
Hecho Libre accepts reservations via OpenTable and hosts live music on Fridays. In-room dining is available daily from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.
- Hecho Libre — all-day Baja-Sonoran menu; reservations via OpenTable
- CIMA Pool Bar — poolside cocktails and Baja-style small plates (open daily 11:00 AM–8:00 PM)
- Cafe Libre — coffee, Mexican pastries and morning staples (typically open early to mid-afternoon)
| Dining spot | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| Hecho Libre | Breakfast 7–11 AM; Lunch 11 AM–2 PM; Dinner 5–10 PM |
| CIMA Pool Bar | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Cafe Libre | Morning to early afternoon (example: 6 AM–2 PM) |
Events, meetings and weddings
The resort includes extensive event space — more than 50,000 square feet across 21 meeting rooms. Options range from the 10,080-square-foot Meridian Ballroom to the glass-walled Horizon Pavilion with views of nearby mountains and its own lawn.
Capacities vary by space: the Meridian Ballroom can host up to about 1,200 standing (around 1,000 seated), while other outdoor lawns and pavilions suit smaller ceremonies and receptions. The property presents itself as a full-service venue for conferences and weddings.
- Meridian Ballroom: ~10,080 sq ft (divisible) — seated/standing capacities listed on property pages
- Horizon Pavilion: glass-walled pavilion with an adjoining event lawn
- Over 21 flexible meeting rooms and multiple outdoor courtyards
| Venue | Notable detail |
|---|---|
| Meridian Ballroom | ~10,080 sq ft; divisible |
| Horizon Pavilion | Glass-walled space with mountain views and lawn |
| Valley Green | Smaller outdoor lawn for intimate events |
Practical info, fees and policies
The resort charges a mandatory daily resort fee that includes self-parking, Wi‑Fi, pool and fitness access, in-room coffee and other services; quoted fee amounts vary across sources. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM; the front desk operates 24 hours and guests must be 18 or older to check in.
Pets are generally welcome under the property's policy that states no additional charge or deposit is required, though some third-party sites list a pet fee — confirm pet policy directly with the hotel before arrival. The property is smoke-free and accessible rooms are available.
- Check-in: from 4:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM. Front desk 24 hours.
- Mandatory resort fee covers parking, Wi‑Fi, pool and fitness access (amounts vary by source).
- Pet policy: hotel listing states no pet charge/deposit, but confirm with property (some third-party sites show a pet fee).
- Accessible rooms available (13 accessible rooms listed); hydrotherapy facilities restricted to guests 18+.
| Policy / fee | What the property lists |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Mandatory; includes parking, Wi‑Fi, pool and fitness (amounts vary by source) |
| Pet policy | Hotel lists no pet charge/deposit, but verify directly |
| Airport transfer | No hotel shuttle; car recommended |
