Sheraton Desert Oasis

We had a one bedroom which is the lockoff of the main. It was small but more than adequate for wife and I. You could probably put kids below teenage years on the pull out. Although small the kitchen was more complete than many bigger units we have stayed in. Be warned there is almost no storage space, but the resort is aware of that and offers additional storage. Since there was only the wife and i for one week we did not take them up on the offer.

The unit was also quite well cared for, it looked like it had been recently painted. Ditto the grounds: well cared for and quite nice. However the resort is squeezed into a small area, so the units are close together surrounding courtyards. While we did not experience any noise problems I imagine in the summer with kids the noise may rebound off of the stucco walls. i would not really call it a resort due the limited grounds, but more of a very nice place to stay for a week or two. That's why i downgraded it to an eight.

We had no problem checking in. They asked us to take the tour, no pressure, and my wife as always agreed. of course it lasted over the 90 minutes but no real sales pressure. Throughout our week the staff was always friendly and very helpful. Because the resort is not in the middle of things we frequently availed ourselves of the concierge services. the service was great. While it is not in the middle of things, it is close by a major local belt and we found it very easy to hop on the beltway and get to where we wanted to go.

Planned resort activities were of the standard type, but seemed to be a little on the sparse side. They did throw a hot dog social, something I have never seen before in thirty years of timeshare.

The resort has one very large pool in the center of the grounds and a small quiet pool. Since it was quite cool out we visited the main pool only twice, and it really was heated!! They also had 4 fairly new computers hooked up to printers which were free to use. WIFI in the rooms was also free.

Overall a great place; We throughly enjoyed our stay even with the lousy weather.

Our family has come to Desert Oasis during spring for years. We find it much nicer then Palm Desert. We actually appreciate the Desert Oasis' family atmosphere. The location is perfect. The number of restaurants in the area is astounding. Great golf courses in the wazoo. There is no way I can try them all before I die. There is shopping beyond your pocket book's ability to grasp, plenty of sight seeing if you bring a car, and plenty of suburban walking trails. We're from Los Angeles and have not found the area traffic heavy, and think it is pretty relaxed in Scottsdale. The resort is typical for Sheraton. Very nice. Two thumbs up!

I agree with the review below, this is not a "resort". Right off a busy highway. It is a good place for young families with kids. We went during Spring Break time. The pool was always crowded and noisy and the exercise room usually full. The villa was well maintained.

Just returned after a week's stay over Xmas. The property was very well maintained as were the units. Pool was heated. Staff was friendly and accommodating.

Area has a lot to offer, golf, shopping, fine dining, museums, zoos and parks. Also make a day trip of the Grand Canyon, Sedona Red Rocks and other area attractions.

Fantastic location, right next door to the TPC Scottsdale Golf Course and super quick access to the 101 freeway. We have been to the Sheraton Desert Oasis many times and have used a large premium villa, standard villa and the two types together as a two-bedroom lockoff unit. The main pool is very good sized and there is also a huge jacuzzi close by. There is also a smaller quiet pool. The room accomodations are very nice, comfortable beds and sleeper sofas in each room. Very nice kitchens and patio areas in every unit, great for early morning coffee or a quiet dinner. Each unit also has a small stackable washer and dryer which comes in very handy. Nice grounds with propane gas grilles all throughout the complex for great BBQ's. There is a nice sized kids playground on one side of the complex. It has a nice exercise facility and there is always a planned activity going on, whether it's a movie, tour operators talking about a trip to the Grand Canyon or a local shopping trip. They have a nice lobby with very comfortable, large leather couches for hanging out or visiting, there is also a PC and printer available if you don't have your own. Internet access is free. There is a great mall and super dining choices close by. We just love the Scottsdale location and easy access to the freeway. It's a great place to relax and hang out, the staff has always taken care of any request. My wife and I have gone just by ourselves and had a fantastic romantic time and we've also gone with our kids and had a wonderful family vacation.