We just finished a nice, grown-ups only weekend here. We came for the resort-like amenities and golf course(I'm not a big gambler). First off the place is pretty nice. It has been decorated with modern tasteful designs that aren't trashy or outdated like some of the other casinos in AZ. The hotel room was very elegant and had an upscale luxurious feel to it. The staff was super friendly and helpful at all times - very accommodating.
We got a cabana at the pool on Saturday and watched football, ate, drank, soaked up the rays and enjoyed the crystal clear pool. The food and drinks were very good and service was excellent there too. Occasionally, free liquor samples came around and I can't argue with that! An advantage to having the cabana, too, is that you can easily make your own drinks or drink whatever you brought to avoid having to order $6 drinks all day.
The Saturday crowd at the pool were mostly 20-30/40 somethings, with a few older folks sprinkled in, that like to party or relax and have a good time. I was wearing a U of A hat and got a little jawing by a few ASU fans, but I can let it go considering I was in their territory. ;)
I would gladly come back to this casino/resort in the future.
Golf review at: http://www.yelp.com/biz/talking-stick-golf-club-scottsdale#hrid:uTA1NxHh8Qp2JSrvh_n9Eg/src:self