Pros
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Unique family-friendly resort located on the Gila Indian Community Reservation
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Handsome, spacious rooms with indigenous-inspired decor and solid amenities
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All rooms have outdoor spaces -- most with wonderful views
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Luxe one-bedroom suites add huge living areas, plus fireplaces in some
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Four beautiful freeform pools, and a waterslide
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Aji Spa offers numerous body treatments and salon services
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On-site Whirlwind Golf Club features two excellent 18-hole courses
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Modern 24-hour fitness center, tennis courts, and jogging trails
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Free group Pilates classes, guided meditation, and cultural art tours
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Nine bars and eateries include indigenous fine-dining at Kai
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Scenic riverboat rides and horseback riding (at extra cost)
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River water sports rentals include kayaks and pedal boats
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Extensive meeting and events spaces
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Free shuttle to area attractions
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Free Wi-Fi in common areas, and free self-parking
Cons
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Daily resort fee
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Extra fees for in-room Wi-Fi and safes
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Breakfast not included in the standard rate
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Huge property can require lots of walking
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Entry-level room types have limited views
Bottom Line
Situated on an indigenous reservation just south of Phoenix, the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass is a modern upscale resort that's Native-American owned. Its 474 spacious rooms and one-bedroom suites are elegantly designed in earth tones and local style -- but in-room Wi-Fi and safes cost extra. Suites add luxurious living areas (some with fireplaces), and views are a highlight -- the higher the room, the better. The indigenous-inspired Aji Spa and fitness center, four freeform pools, and two golf courses are key highlights, plus the resort is home to renowned fine-dining restaurant Kai with a menu inspired by local tribes. There are also water sports and scenic riverboat rides (costing extra), along with tennis, a free area shuttle, and extensive events facilities. Couples seeking something even more luxe may want to compare rates at the Boulders Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton.
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Amenities
- Fitness Center
- Internet
- Jacuzzi
- Pets Allowed
- Pool
- Spa
What are the Design and Scene Like at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass?
A relaxing desert oasis blending chic modern luxury with authentic indigenous flavor
While handy to the highway, the Sheraton feels like a world away from traffic and urban civilization with its pristine Sonoran Desert surrounds. The resort is located on the Gila Indian Community Reservation, which means this Sheraton is Native-American owned, so every design element and decor touch has been guided by indigenous local heritage. It also means the surrounding landscape remains spectacularly untouched. The result is an elegant blend of Native American culture with modern amenities and natural beauty that gives this chain hotel a distinctly unique persona.
The legends of the Pima and Maricopa people are channeled into every detail of the Sheraton Grand, from the pueblo-style architecture; to giant hand-painted murals inside the stunning circular lobby; to indigenous artworks and tribal motif-carved furniture in rooms; to Pima language references behind each resort venue. Even the waterslide models the ancient Casa Grande Ruins.
Huge serpentine-like pools add contrast to grounds, and desert landscaping with minimalist cactus gardens echo the surrounding scene. A winding stream gently snakes its way through the property, and becomes a serene backdrop to the various water sports and boat rides. The resort grounds and scenic surrounds, showcased from many rooms, evolve to mountain vistas in the distance -- only adding to the sense of escape here. Vacationers, business travelers, and families all come to this Sheraton Grand, yet the vibe tends to remain calm and relaxing.
Where is the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass Located?
On a gorgeous reservation just off the I-10 in Chandler, a 30-minute drive southeast of Phoenix
Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass is located in the city of Chandler, 30 minutes southeast of Downtown Phoenix. The resort sits just off Interstate 10, which runs between Phoenix in the north and Tucson a 90-minute drive to the south. The area surrounding the resort is rather desolate and undeveloped, but there are some worthwhile cultural and leisure sites within a 10-minute drive. They include HuHugam Heritage Center, Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park, and Rawhide Western Town. Wild Horse Pass Casino is an eight-minute drive away, and nearby popular shopping outlets include Phoenix Premium Outlets and Chandler Fashion Center, located 10 and 18 minutes from the property, respectively. Recreational playground Desert Breeze Park, Desert Breeze Railroad, and Alamo Drafthouse Cinema are all within 20 minutes of the resort. The Sheraton Grand offers riverboat rides to a couple of area attractions, such as the casino and Rawhide Western Town. The resort also provides a free shuttle service to some local area attractions. The drive to Sky Harbor Airport takes about 20 minutes.
What are Rooms Like at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass?
Handsome rooms and one-bedroom suites have balconies -- most with beautiful scenic views
The resort offers 474 rooms and suites, which all open onto furnished balconies or patios -- most with beautiful scenic views of the natural surrounds. Guest rooms come in Traditional, Grand, and Grand Deluxe categories, which are only really differentiated by the outlook. The higher the category, the more scenic the view. Like common areas, room interiors are filled with Native American design references, from the warm earth tones and natural wood finishes, to tribal motifs hand-carved into furniture, and local indigenous artworks. Elegant touches include comfy leather armchairs and ottomans, hardwood headboards, and sculptural lamp lighting.
Suite categories refine decor even more with elegant textural elements in fabrics and carpets, along with unique and colorful artworks. Executive Suites add separate living areas and sofa beds, while Governor Suites upsize floor plans even more, and also come with fireplaces.
Regardless of category, flat-screen TVs, work desks, and coffeemakers are standard in-room amenities. Signature Sheraton beds come with comfy pillow-top mattresses and white linens. Wi-Fi is free in common areas but comes with an extra charge in rooms, as do safes. Bathrooms are all generously sized, with granite vanities, separate showers and bathtubs, a range of toiletries, and hairdryers.
What Features are Available at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass?
Everything you’d expect at an upscale spa and golf resort, including top-notch dining and outdoor pools
Three heated, freeform pools comprise the resort’s expansive outdoor swimming pool area, complete with a 111-foot waterslide. Aji Spa offers an extensive menu of Native American-inspired treatments in a beautiful space inspired by ancient local tribes. A lovely outdoor spa pool, hot tubs, steam rooms, and saunas add to the experience, along with wellness-driven Aji Cafe and free activities that include group Pilates classes, guided meditation, and cultural art tours. Open 24 hours, the well-equipped fitness center is also located here and offers personal training and private fitness and Pilates classes at an extra cost.
Whirlwind Golf Club features two Gary Panks-designed 18-hole courses, along with Sivlik Grill restaurant and bar, a pro shop, and locker rooms. The club can be reached via the free resort shuttle. Additionally, there are jogging trails on the property, along with two illuminated tennis courts with private lessons (at extra cost).
Open for dinner, the menu at fine-dining Kai restaurant showcases flavors inspired by local indigenous culture. Indigineous meets modern American fare in Ko'sin, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Although not included in rates, Ko'sin offers a breakfast buffet. Hanyo at the River offers casual Southwestern-inspired lunchtime dining between the resort pools and the river. Plus, Link @ Sheraton Cafe serves Starbucks coffee and an array of grab-and-go snacks. Cocktails and light bites are available at the Lobby Bar. Room service is available 24/7.
The Sheraton Adventure Club has plenty to keep kids entertained, including indoor and outdoor activities. Pedal boats, paddle boards, and kayak rentals are available on the resort’s scenic winding river, and riverboat rides and horseback riding can also be arranged at extra cost.
Versatile meeting and function spaces -- many with gorgeous views -- span over 100,000 square feet of event space, with 29 boardroom-style and event rooms, along with two grand ballrooms. Wi-Fi is provided free in common areas, but there’s a daily charge for in-room use, in addition to daily resort fees. A huge outdoor car park offers plenty of free self-parking, and there’s a free shuttle on hand for local area attractions. Valet parking is available for a daily fee.
Things You Should Know About Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass
Also Known As
- Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa
Address
5594 W Wildhorse Pass Blvd, Phoenix, Gila River Indian Community, Arizona 85226-5400, United States
Website
What are the Design and Scene Like at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass?
A relaxing desert oasis blending chic modern luxury with authentic indigenous flavor
While handy to the highway, the Sheraton feels like a world away from traffic and urban civilization with its pristine Sonoran Desert surrounds. The resort is located on the Gila Indian Community Reservation, which means this Sheraton is Native-American owned, so every design element and decor touch has been guided by indigenous local heritage. It also means the surrounding landscape remains spectacularly untouched. The result is an elegant blend of Native American culture with modern amenities and natural beauty that gives this chain hotel a distinctly unique persona.
The legends of the Pima and Maricopa people are channeled into every detail of the Sheraton Grand, from the pueblo-style architecture; to giant hand-painted murals inside the stunning circular lobby; to indigenous artworks and tribal motif-carved furniture in rooms; to Pima language references behind each resort venue. Even the waterslide models the ancient Casa Grande Ruins.
Huge serpentine-like pools add contrast to grounds, and desert landscaping with minimalist cactus gardens echo the surrounding scene. A winding stream gently snakes its way through the property, and becomes a serene backdrop to the various water sports and boat rides. The resort grounds and scenic surrounds, showcased from many rooms, evolve to mountain vistas in the distance -- only adding to the sense of escape here. Vacationers, business travelers, and families all come to this Sheraton Grand, yet the vibe tends to remain calm and relaxing.
Where is the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass Located?
On a gorgeous reservation just off the I-10 in Chandler, a 30-minute drive southeast of Phoenix
Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass is located in the city of Chandler, 30 minutes southeast of Downtown Phoenix. The resort sits just off Interstate 10, which runs between Phoenix in the north and Tucson a 90-minute drive to the south. The area surrounding the resort is rather desolate and undeveloped, but there are some worthwhile cultural and leisure sites within a 10-minute drive. They include HuHugam Heritage Center, Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park, and Rawhide Western Town. Wild Horse Pass Casino is an eight-minute drive away, and nearby popular shopping outlets include Phoenix Premium Outlets and Chandler Fashion Center, located 10 and 18 minutes from the property, respectively. Recreational playground Desert Breeze Park, Desert Breeze Railroad, and Alamo Drafthouse Cinema are all within 20 minutes of the resort. The Sheraton Grand offers riverboat rides to a couple of area attractions, such as the casino and Rawhide Western Town. The resort also provides a free shuttle service to some local area attractions. The drive to Sky Harbor Airport takes about 20 minutes.
What are Rooms Like at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass?
Handsome rooms and one-bedroom suites have balconies -- most with beautiful scenic views
The resort offers 474 rooms and suites, which all open onto furnished balconies or patios -- most with beautiful scenic views of the natural surrounds. Guest rooms come in Traditional, Grand, and Grand Deluxe categories, which are only really differentiated by the outlook. The higher the category, the more scenic the view. Like common areas, room interiors are filled with Native American design references, from the warm earth tones and natural wood finishes, to tribal motifs hand-carved into furniture, and local indigenous artworks. Elegant touches include comfy leather armchairs and ottomans, hardwood headboards, and sculptural lamp lighting.
Suite categories refine decor even more with elegant textural elements in fabrics and carpets, along with unique and colorful artworks. Executive Suites add separate living areas and sofa beds, while Governor Suites upsize floor plans even more, and also come with fireplaces.
Regardless of category, flat-screen TVs, work desks, and coffeemakers are standard in-room amenities. Signature Sheraton beds come with comfy pillow-top mattresses and white linens. Wi-Fi is free in common areas but comes with an extra charge in rooms, as do safes. Bathrooms are all generously sized, with granite vanities, separate showers and bathtubs, a range of toiletries, and hairdryers.
What Features are Available at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass?
Everything you’d expect at an upscale spa and golf resort, including top-notch dining and outdoor pools
Three heated, freeform pools comprise the resort’s expansive outdoor swimming pool area, complete with a 111-foot waterslide. Aji Spa offers an extensive menu of Native American-inspired treatments in a beautiful space inspired by ancient local tribes. A lovely outdoor spa pool, hot tubs, steam rooms, and saunas add to the experience, along with wellness-driven Aji Cafe and free activities that include group Pilates classes, guided meditation, and cultural art tours. Open 24 hours, the well-equipped fitness center is also located here and offers personal training and private fitness and Pilates classes at an extra cost.
Whirlwind Golf Club features two Gary Panks-designed 18-hole courses, along with Sivlik Grill restaurant and bar, a pro shop, and locker rooms. The club can be reached via the free resort shuttle. Additionally, there are jogging trails on the property, along with two illuminated tennis courts with private lessons (at extra cost).
Open for dinner, the menu at fine-dining Kai restaurant showcases flavors inspired by local indigenous culture. Indigineous meets modern American fare in Ko'sin, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Although not included in rates, Ko'sin offers a breakfast buffet. Hanyo at the River offers casual Southwestern-inspired lunchtime dining between the resort pools and the river. Plus, Link @ Sheraton Cafe serves Starbucks coffee and an array of grab-and-go snacks. Cocktails and light bites are available at the Lobby Bar. Room service is available 24/7.
The Sheraton Adventure Club has plenty to keep kids entertained, including indoor and outdoor activities. Pedal boats, paddle boards, and kayak rentals are available on the resort’s scenic winding river, and riverboat rides and horseback riding can also be arranged at extra cost.
Versatile meeting and function spaces -- many with gorgeous views -- span over 100,000 square feet of event space, with 29 boardroom-style and event rooms, along with two grand ballrooms. Wi-Fi is provided free in common areas, but there’s a daily charge for in-room use, in addition to daily resort fees. A huge outdoor car park offers plenty of free self-parking, and there’s a free shuttle on hand for local area attractions. Valet parking is available for a daily fee.
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Best Rates
Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Airport Transportation
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Beauty / Hair Salon
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Business Center
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Concierge
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Dry Cleaning
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Fitness Center
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Golf Course
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Internet
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Jacuzzi
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Laundry
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Pets Allowed
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Pool
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Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
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Room Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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Spa
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Supervised Kids Activities
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Tennis Court
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