Yuletide Bliss A Magical Christmas Overnight Stay at the Princess
The holiday season is a time of joy, wonder, and togetherness. And there's no better place to experience the magic of Christmas than at the Princess, creating unforgettable memories for families, friends, and loved ones.
From the moment you step foot on the resort grounds, you are greeted with a captivating atmosphere that transports you to a winter wonderland. The entire resort is adorned with sparkling lights, ornate decorations, and lush greenery, creating a magical and festive setting that ignites the holiday spirit in guests. The magnificent Christmas trees, the twinkling lights, and the cheerful carolers all contribute to an atmosphere of warmth and joy that can only be fully experienced through an overnight stay.
Three Ways to Play
Stay
The most important element you get with an overnight stay is time. You have time to enjoy rest and relaxation, pools, spa treatments, dinner reservations or in-room dining. It truly is the absolute best way to enjoy Christmas at the Princess. Overnight resort guests receive:
- Complimentary nightly admission to the festival
- VIP wristbands to use the express lane at the attractions (excluding ice skating or photos with Santa)
Dine
From casual to fine dining, enjoy holiday-themed menus. Whether it's savoring a delectable holiday feast, enjoying seasonal cocktails, or indulging in scrumptious desserts, the culinary delights are an integral part of the Christmas at The Princess experience. With an overnight stay, you have the freedom to explore the full range of dining options, allowing you to sample a diverse array of delectable holiday treats and share memorable meals with loved ones.
General Admission
General admission offers a magical and festive experience for visitors of all ages. Guests are greeted by the glittering lights of the stunning Christmas tree, the air is filled with the sweet melodies of holiday carols, creating a joyful atmosphere that resonates throughout the picturesque surroundings. General admission provides a delightful opportunity for everyone to embrace the holiday season in a truly festive setting at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, including:
- Twinkle Town: Saddle Up Ride, Train Station Ride, Alpine Slide Ride, Lolli Swings Ride, Deck the Halls Ride
- The Village: The Chair Lift Ferris Wheel, Polar Putt Putt, Snow Mountain Real Ice Slide
- Complimentary Fire Pits at S’mores Land, Twinkle Town and Winterland
- Lagoon Lights
- Princess Express Trains
- Enchanted Plaza Shows
- A Christmas Wish
- Letters to Santa
- 50+ Photo ops
- Narrated Nativity Show
Whether you stay, dine or come for one night, you must also pay for self- or valet-parking.
New for 2023
Aurora Ice
Step into Scottsdale’s only glacier—Aurora Ice—a one-of-a-kind game and lounge experience where everything is made of real ice! Slip into an ultra-warm faux fur parka and leave the desert heat behind as you step into an Arctic wonderland. Chilled to a brisk zero degrees and bathed in the soft glow reminiscent of the Aurora Borealis, better known as the Northern Lights, Aurora Ice is the coolest new place to chill out.
$30 per adult | $15 per child
*Includes one complimentary welcome drink and exclusive access to Aurora Ice area
Train
Enjoy more than seven million dazzling lights during your stroll or ride on the Princess Express Train through the resort’s majestic lagoons where graceful swans abound, along with brand-new installations, including a 12-foot 3D hippo, octopus, and hot air balloon, plus a 15-foot princess. Don’t forget to grab a tasty beverage at Comet’s Caboose, located just outside the train depot.
Complimentary with Guest Admission tickets
Spectacular Light Displays
Our designers have channeled their inner elves, meticulously crafting spectacular new displays in our workshop just in time for the holidays! Behold larger-than-life installations, from 14’ polar bears and toy soldiers to immaculately trimmed trees gracing our grand lobby and the bright lights of palm trees lining Princess Drive! Don't miss La Hacienda Plaza's new signature tree and wreaths, perfect for those unforgettable holiday photos with friends and family.
Complimentary with Guest Admission tickets
Cocoa the Teddy Bear
Cocoa is made of magic! One night while the elves were making a fresh batch of candy canes, they spilt a whole box of magical candy glitter that flew everywhere – including Santa’s workshop! Landing on a very lucky Teddy Bear, he instantly came to life and was filled with laughter and Christmas spirit. Kept warm by a hat and scarf made by Mrs. Claus, Cocoa joins Santa on a magical adventure to place the star atop the Christmas tree.
Rock around the Christmas tree with our nightly character dance parties in the Enchanted Plaza at 5 and 9PM!
Signature EXPERIENCES
Guests can immerse themselves in a wide array of festive experiences:
- Enchanted Plaza Experience—Featuring a Four-Story Musical Tree & Animated Light Show
- Desert Ice Skating Rink (additional tickets required)
- VIP Fire-side Experience (reservations required)
- Photos with Santa
- More than 7.5 Million Holiday Lights
- Magical Holiday Characters
- Winterland—Seasonal Cocktails with Fire Pit Seating, 15-foot Snow Globe Photo Op and Ice Luge Glacier Glide
- Nativity Garden with Narrated Light Show
- The Village—Featuring The Chair Lift Ferris Wheel, Alpine Skate Trail and Ice Maze
- Twinkle Town—Lolli Swings, Christmas Carousel, Choo Choo Station, Saddle Up, Cool Bears, Alpine Slide and Kringle’s Kitchen
- Princess Express Trains
More Time for Shopping
Don’t feel rushed to get your shopping in. From buying matching Christmas pajamas for the whole family to window shopping, cherish the art of gift-giving, and enjoy holiday shopping at:
- The Christmas Shoppe
- Well & Being Spa: A Lifestyle Boutique
- Fairmont Floral
- Provisions
- Anna J
- Maverick
Relaxation and Rejuvenation
Unwind in the world-class spa with treatments that bring you tidings of comfort and joy, take a dip in one of the six the pools, heated to a perfect 82 degrees or simply enjoy a tranquil moment by the complimentary fire pits in Winterland or The Village.
There are so many ways to get in the holiday spirit at the Princess this year, and an overnight stay is the best. Christmas is a time for reconnecting with loved ones, creating cherished memories, and immersing oneself in the spirit of the season.