I just booked (on Hotwire) a 4.5 * hotel in North Scottsdale for October 29, 2005 for $128. It ended up being the Hyatt Gainey Ranch Resort and Spa. Interestingly, the listing did not state a spa, but the resort does have a spa. Great rate for the area. Rates on the hotel web site are $279, and I could find nothing lower than that in a comparable resort. Amenities included resort, restaurants, pools, fitness center, childrens activity program, golf and tennis nearby and business center. This is my first time using the site, and I found it very helpful, so I thought I would contribute. I hope I provided enough info. I live in the area, so let me know if you have any other questions.