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Resorts at Embrace Summer Scottsdale's luxury resorts understand the pace of summer just as well as the city itself. Midday is the perfect time to retreat to the spa, stretch out beside the pool, or simply enjoy having nowhere to be. One of Scottsdale's newest luxury boutique hotels, Hotel Solaya brings a fresh contemporary energy to Old Town. Its walkable location makes it easy to explore galleries, restaurants, and nightlife without relying on a car, while the hotel's clean architectural lines and sophisticated interiors appeal to travelers looking for something stylish yet approachable. Blending naturally into the surrounding Sonoran Desert, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North feels both luxurious and understated. Low-rise casitas are tucked among giant saguaros and granite boulders, while multiple pools, a tranquil spa, and attentive service make it an ideal retreat after a morning spent hiking or golfing. Located in nearby Carefree, Civana Wellness Resort & Spa offers a quieter, intentionally restorative atmosphere. Guests can choose from dozens of daily wellness classes, guided hikes, and spa experiences, but one of the standouts is Desert Bathing. e experience begins with a sunrise hike into a nearby canyon, followed by guided meditation surrounded by little more than birdsong, saguaros, and desert breezes. Summer at e Scottsdale Resort & Spa is all about knowing when to cool off. Guests can escape the midday sun with a spa treatment or settle into a shaded poolside cabana with frozen cocktails and seasonal bites. When temperatures peak, the indoor Social Boardroom offers billiards, games, and an air-conditioned escape. Across town, the recently opened Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas combines contemporary design with a relaxed desert atmosphere, making it a strong option for couples, families and longer stays. Slow Down and Enjoy the Heat e Sonoran Desert has always operated on its own schedule, and Scottsdale follows its lead. Rise with the sun, relax during the hottest hours of the day, then head back outside as the mountains begin to glow in the evening light. Visitors willing to embrace that rhythm are rewarded with quieter experiences, easier reservations, exceptional resort values, and a side of Scottsdale that many travelers never see. Jon Bailey is a San Diego-based travel journalist, exploring the globe with his husband and their two daughters. For more adventures, visit 2dadswithbaggage.com Explore Old Town Rooted in history that began in the 1880s, Old Town Scottsdale rewards visitors who slow down and explore on foot. Historic storefronts house independent boutiques, Western outfitters, contemporary art galleries, and tasting rooms, while colorful murals and public art appear around nearly every corner. Browse handcrafted Native American jewelry at the Native Art Market, stop into Bischoff 's Gallery for Western art, or sample Arizona wines at Arizona Stronghold's tasting room before continuing through the neighborhood's five distinct districts. On ursday evenings, Scottsdale's long-running ArtWalk brings many of the galleries to life with artist receptions, live demonstrations, and special exhibitions. e neighborhood has also become one of the city's most exciting dining destinations. Recent additions such as Teleféric Barcelona, JING, il Bracco, Estelle, 40 Love, and Anhelo join established favorites including FnB, Virtù Honest Craft, and e Mission. Whether it's tapas, enjoying handmade pasta, settling in for a wood-fired steak, or experiencing a multi-course tasting menu, Old Town offers enough variety to justify lingering well into the evening, when patios fill, live music spills onto the sidewalks, and the district takes on an entirely different energy. Derived from the Spanish word for "desire," Anhelo restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale embodies a philosophy of seeking deeper meaning and memorable connection through the art of dining Historic Old Town Scottsdale diverts visitors from summer heat with restaurants, galleries, shops, museums and more @ranchandcoast RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE AUGUST 2026 71 ANHELO: COURTESY PHOTO OLD TOWN SCOTTSDALE: PHOTO BY JORDAN BANKS/JRNY MAGAZINE FOR EXPERIENCE SCOTTSDALE