We've stayed at this hotel during numerous visits to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. The appearance of the hotel and grounds are exemplary and create a welcomed arrival. Valet is responsive and friendly. Front desk experience was inviting and pleasant. Overall the hotel is what you'd expect of a better Marriott property. Our chief concerns were the constant aircraft noise from nearby Scottsdale Airport. The next disappointment was the daily early morning noise and disruption around 6AM caused by the groundskeepers at the attached golf course. This noise could not be avoided and was a daily occurrence (including weekends). The last issue we noticed was the accumulation of plates and silverware outside of room doors in the hallways for long durations. We would leave in the morning and the same discarded dishes would be in the same place in the afternoon. We really like this hotel and understand that some issues are hard to mitigate (airport), but the dishes leave a lesser impression.