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The Boulders, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

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34631 North Tom Darlington Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377
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The Boulders, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Carefree
4.5 of 5 stars 517 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Golf course(22)
  • Very nice(14)
  • Resort fee(12)
  • Golden door spa(11)
  • Bell staff(5)
  • Room service(5)
  • Sonoran Casita(4)
  • Grounds were beautiful(4)
  • Flat screen TV(4)
  • Golden Door(3)
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW
2
people found this review helpful

I can say nothing but wonderful things about our stay at The Boulders. From the grounds to the staff to the accommodations to the spa; everything was incredible. We splurged for one of the villas and were not disappointed. It had everything we could have possibly wanted and was so quiet at night we felt as though we were the... More

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Tappan, New York
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Went for a quick getaway with the girls. Very friendly, super-attentive staff. The room was clean & big, with beautiful scenery. The main pool was very nice, with lots of amenities and pool side service (the frozen grapes were delicious). The pool where the spa was was nice, but it wasn't super impressive.. At night, we had to wait for... More

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Chicago, IL
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Plan was to take my wife along on a two day biz trip in the Scottsdale area.We were given the presidential suite. It was beautiful and spacious with a nice outdoor patio. My wife and I noticed one or two dead cockroaches by the back door and were told that because we were in the desert it was common. It... More

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TheBouldersResort, Manager at The Boulders, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Thank you for your kind review of The Boulders Resort. We are delighted you enjoyed your time and found the Golden Door Spa pool area to be “nice and calm”. The tranquility and “sense of place” The Boulders offers allows our guest the opportunity to relax and rejuvenated. The Boulders Resort maintains the highest level of cleanliness both in public... More

Prescott, Arizona
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
4
people found this review helpful

May 13-15, 2012. The Boulders was our destination for celebration of Mother's Day and our 35th wedding anniversary. Michael Hoffman, Managing Director and his staff were exemplary and while I have stayed in many hotels in the Phoenix area, this was by far the BEST EXPERIENCE ever! The staff and service were above and beyond and I will definately stay... More

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Brentwood, Tennessee
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012
6
people found this review helpful

The Boulders is a fantastic resort that blends beautifully with the rock formations surrounding it. A girlfriend and I went to The Boulders for a girl’s weekend getaway at the end of February and we couldn’t have been happier with our choice! The moment we drove into the resort, we could tell we were in a special place. The grounds... More

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Scottsdale, Arizona
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012
4
people found this review helpful

You really feel like your getting away from it all here. The grounds and casitas are beautiful. The service is tops, and the beds are just right. This resort is a resort with desert beauty and relaxation. We live here in Arizona, but come for staycations here, just to get away from it all. The energy and rejuvenation is here.... More

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Detroit, Michigan
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012
4
people found this review helpful

I understand they've gone through a trandformation, and it's a very good place. The staff were great, our casita was very nice, quiet, with great views. Meals were very good, and even though we didn't golf, there was still plenty to do. The Golden Door Spa and workout facility was very good. The close by Frank Lloyd Wright compound is... More

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Calgary, Alberta
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
4
people found this review helpful

We have stayed at The Boulders for a week, three years in a row. This is our third stay. My partner comes for business, and golfs, while I just enjoy the resort. The rooms are lovely, and the air conditioning works too well. I swear they must have installed jet engines to blow that cold air. We found we couldn't... More

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TheBouldersResort, Manager at The Boulders, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, responded to this review
21 May 2012

The Boulders Resort has contacted the guests and extended our sincere apologies for any disappointments they encountered. On behalf of The Golden Door Spa and the entire Boulders team we are truly sorry for the less than favorable experience encountered. Our therapists are required to complete 1000 hours of massage education and to be Nationally Certified. Additional requirements are also... More

Montreal, Canada
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

For about 20 years, we have been making an annual pilgrimage to the Scottsdale area and we have stayed at The Boulders for most of these. I say "pilgrimage" because these trips rekindle and rejuvenate the soul with the Zen-like calmness of the Sonoran desert combined with the wonderful and varied activities available in the area. Can I also mention... More

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Toronto, Canada
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

The Boulders is so different from other resorts. I love the Golden Door for the fabulous exercise classes and the golf course is beautiful, although a little frustrating when a cacti catches the ball. Wildlife all around and the resort is well maintained. Service is #1. I also love staying in a villa where we can BBQ and prepare our... More

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  • The Waldorf Astoria Collection
  • The Waldorf Astoria Collection Carefree
  • The Boulders Resort And Golden Door Spa
  • Boulders Resort
  • The Boulders Resort Luxury
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Address: 34631 North Tom Darlington Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377
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