The Boulders Resort, The Waldorf Astoria Collection
34631 North Tom Darlington Drive
Carefree, AZ 85377

Distance from Hotel to Town, 12 miles (19 kms). Distance from Hotel to Airport, 33 miles (53 kms).  

Imagine awakening in an adobe casita that offers an enchanting Arizona desert view of towering cacti, ancient boulders, coyote, deer and jackrabbits. Sip your morning coffee in pampered comfort and enjoy thoughtful touches such as overstuffed leather chairs, and hand-hewn wood beams. Rejuvenate your spirit at the world -class Golden Door Spa or enjoy outdoor activities such as tennis, swimming, hiking and horseback riding, as well as unparalleled Arizona golfing on the two 18-hole courses.  

This luxury resort also features its own festival marketplace, with galleries, cafes and shops. Celebrate a spectacular Sonoran sunset with a romantic dinner at the elegant Latilla restaurant, or explore the desert nightlife with a special tour featuring night vision gear. For the perfect blend of natural beauty, attentive service, superb recreation and unequaled luxury, look no further than The Boulders Resort, The Waldorf Astoria Collection located in Arizona.  

Hotel Amenities (back to top)
  • Activities
  • Activities Desk
  • Aerobic Classes ($)
  • Aerobics (aqua) ($)
  • Air Conditioning (public areas)
  • Airport Shuttle ($)
  • Babysitting Services ($)
  • Ballroom ($)
  • Banquet Room ($)
  • Bar ($)
  • Barber Shop ($)
  • Beauty Salon ($)
  • Business Center ($)
  • Business Services ($)
  • Children's Activities
  • Coffee Shop ($)
  • Concierge
  • Conference Room ($)
  • Doctor (on call) ($)
  • Dry Cleaning Services ($)
  • Entertainment
  • Exercise Classes
  • Fitness Center
  • Floors (2)
  • Front Desk (24-hour)
  • Gift Shop ($)
  • Golf (onsite) ($)
  • Ice Machines
  • Internet Access (high-speed) ($)
  • Laundry Service ($)
  • Massage
  • Meeting Rooms (12) ($)
  • Multilingual Staff
  • Newsstand ($)
  • Parking
  • Parking (valet) ($)
  • Physically Challenged Accommodations
  • Physically Challenged Facilities
  • Pool (outdoor, heated) (4)
  • Poolside Beverage Service
  • Poolside Meal Service
  • Porters
  • Putting Green
  • Restaurants (6) ($)
  • Rooms (216)
  • Safe Deposit Boxes (front desk)
  • Sauna
  • Secretarial Services ($)
  • Security (24-hour)
  • Snack Bar
  • Spa ($)
  • Sundries Shop ($)
  • Tennis Court (daytime)
  • Tennis Instructor ($)
  • Tours & Excursions ($)
  • Trail (hiking)
  • Trail/Track (jogging)
  • Wedding Coordinator
  • Wedding Site

Pets (allowed): (2)($) $100.00 Deposit (non-refundable) ($) Denotes a fee may be charged. Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Markets (back to top)

Gay, Pet Friendly, Spa, Business, Soft Adventure (for Active Adults), Romance, Wedding, Family Friendly, Honeymoon and Golf.  

Accommodation Categories and Descriptions (back to top)

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 4:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 pm  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• Children 15 and under are free of charge, when sharing room with 2 paying adults.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• Casita Room - 4 persons.  

Casita Room, 550 square foot accommodations, on the lower level of a two story unit, private patios or decks overlooking the tranquil desert or golf course. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

Sonoran Casita, either second floor units or freestanding units, with spectacular views of the Boulders golf course, boulder pile, or Arizona's beautiful desert landscape. Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds.  

All accommodations include: refrigerator, in room movies: ($), safe (in accommodation), smoke detector, television (remote controlled, cable), accommodations (non-smoking), balcony, ceiling fan, ironing board, data port, patio, heating, internet access (high speed), rollaway bed (on request): ($), wake-up calls, safety deposit box, sprinkler system, air conditioning, bathrobes, CD/DVD Player (on request), coffee/tea maker, maid service, desk, physically challenged accommodations, housekeeping, turndown service, room service (24-hour): ($), shower (private), telephone (two-line), alarm clock, bathtub (private), iron, crib, mini-bar, hairdryer and voicemail.  

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Food and Beverage Outlets (back to top)

Bakery Cafe, for snacks and fresh baked goods for breakfast and lunch.  

Golden Door Spa Cafe, featuring light meals, fresh juices, and smoothies for breakfast and lunch.  

Discovery Lounge, Relax in one of the lush couches and enjoy your favorite cocktail. The Discovery Lounge is world renowned for its unique south western atmosphere, friendly service and stunning outdoor views. We feature the resident piano player Wednesday through Saturday, 7:00pm-11:00pm, performing a selection of Adult contemporary classics for your enjoyment.  

Bogey's At The Club, serving casual fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy a fun filled atmosphere at the clubhouse of the Boulders Resort Golf Courses.  

Latilla, The signature dining room, featuring organic regional cuisine expertly prepared with fresh duck, beef, and seafood.  

Palo Verde, offering Southwestern inspired fare for breakfast and lunch.  

Rusty's Chop House, serving lunch and dinner, with a menu of steak and seafood. This small, but elegant restaurant is located next door to Bogeys and offers an exhibition kitchen and patio seating.  

Bonus Features (back to top)

• Towels  

Miscellaneous Information (back to top)

Resort Fee & Inclusions There is a resort fee per day payable by guest at check out  

Resort Fee Includes  

• Daily newspaper -access to the Golden Door Spa  

• Nightly turn down service  

• Valet parking  

• High speed internet access  

• Bottled water upon arrival  

• All cash gratuities for bell staff, housekeepers, on-property drivers, pool attendants and all other service personnel  

Hotel Name Change  

• Hotel changed name from The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa to The Boulders Resort, The Waldorf Astoria Collection  

Local Attractions (back to top)

Tourist Attractions Nearby:  

• CrackerJax Family Fun & Sports Park: 1 mile(2 kms)  

• The Heard Museum: 1 mile(2 kms)  

• Taliesin West: 1 mile(2 kms)  

• El Pedregal Festival Marketplace: 1 mile(2 kms)