Phoenix Vacation Spot

The Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort and Spa is located just 11 miles from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on the Gila River Indian Community’s beautiful 372,000-acre reservation in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, famous for its lush variety of cacti and stunning mountain views. This AAA Four Diamond resort features an award-winning spa and one of Arizona’s hottest restaurants, Kai, which is the only restaurant in Arizona to win a the Five-Star Award from the Mobil Travel Guide. Other attractions include 500 luxury rooms, two golf courses, four swimming pools, a 1,000-acre equestrian center, the Gila River Casino, and the Rawhide Western Town at Wild Horse Pass.

The Aji Spa at Wild Horse Pass is one of only ninety-five in the U.S. to have a Four-Star ranking from the Mobil Travel Guide, and is one of the top seven spas in the state. This 17,500 square-foot relaxation haven is a unique Native American experience, offering a signature line, “Indigenous,” featuring organic products locally sourced from the Gila River reservation. In addition to deluxe massage and spa treatments, the Aji Spa offers authentic Native American healing treatments based on ancient Pima and Maricopa traditions. Yoga, Pilates, meditation, and “Sweat and Sculpt” classes are also offered.

If activities are more your thing, there’s plenty to do outdoors. The Koli Equestrian Center offers horseback riding lessons, trail rides, wagon rides, and more. The four swimming pools have cascading waterfalls, and one features an 111-foot waterslide! You and the kids can take a scenic boat ride down the 2 ½-mile replica of the Gila River that winds through the resort and also acts as transportation to the Whirlwind Golf Club and Rawhide Western Town, which locals claim is the “Best Western Experience” in Arizona. For grownups, why not take a golf lesson from PGA and LGPA pros at the Bird Golf Academy? Other attractions nearby include the Bob Bondurant School of High-Performance Driving, where you can indulge your need for speed on a 1.5-mile racetrack, and the Arizona Mills Mall, which has over 175 stores, from Virgin Megastore to Neiman Marcus, to satisfy your every shopping need.

Rooms at Wild Horse Pass are beautifully appointed with art reflecting the Pima and Maricopa Indian traditions and history, private balconies and/or patios, flat-screen TVs, bath suites with separate tub and shower, and scenic views of the Sierra Estrella and South Mountain ranges. You can also choose to participate in their “Green” program, which rewards you for helping to conserve natural resources.

If you’re hungry, Wild Horse Pass offers a range of dining options. Their AAA Five Diamond restaurant Kai gets rave reviews from customers and food critics alike, offering a Southwestern menu with authentic Native American flair. Much of Kai’s food is farmed organically right on the Gila River reservation, making it a sustainable dining choice. Other choices include Ko’Sin, a desert fusion restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the Aji Cafe located in the Aji Spa, and the Hanyo Grill, conveniently located poolside so you don’t have to stop having fun to have lunch.

Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or a rollicking family vacation, the Wild Horse Pass Resort and Spa is the perfect choice for you.