The Marriott Phoenix at the Buttes is located fair...

The Marriott Phoenix at the Buttes is located fairly close to downtown Phoenix (~20 min) and 10 min from the airport. You wouldn't believe there is a resort with cascading waterfalls, large pool, tennis courts, and mini hiking trail.

First thing you notice driving up is the buttes (I assume those are the two peaks that the hotel is on). Not very high but enough to give a fairly commanding view of the nearby area. The reception area is at the very top, but parking will be closer to the guest rooms (the hotel is looooong!). Our parking fee was waived (seriously though, plenty of parking so why charge?) Though there is still resort fees (notice a trend here?) Reception was friendly and quick, got a standard room facing the pool (no suite upgrade for an ambassador? Lame).

The room was decent, comfortable but could use a renovation. Bathroom was very dated, dark, and cramped. Room was acceptable for space, but you expect better in a resort. Wi-fi worked well though, and TV had plenty of channels.

The facilities were good though. Rented tennis rackets and balls and the courts were usable so had fun there (no one else around made it really easy). The pool was heated - though could be a bit warmer since no one was in it. The hot tubs were really nice, 4 of them on the property and good temperature / jets. Theres a very private one away from the main pool area.

Overall, would come back for the price, though the fees are very annoying.