2026 BURSARS & STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE

OCTOBER 5-7, 2026 | SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA

Conference Hotel & Travel Information

Talking Stick Resort
9800 E. Talking Stick Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85256

PDG has reserved a block of rooms at the Talking Stick Resort for this conference. The group rate is $179/night and the deadline to reserve at this rate is 09/04/2026. PDG discount rate.

Note: On the link the rate will be higher as it is inclusive of the resort’s standard rate. The contracted discounted resort fee of $14.00 will be applied by the front office team at check-in. This fee covers:

  • High-speed wireless internet access in guest rooms

    • Refrigerator in guestroom stocked with bottled water daily

    • In-room coffee

    • In-room safe

    • Access to our 24-hour business center, no charge for self-services

    • Access to resort’s 2 pool complexes

    • Access to our 24-hour fitness center

Group rates will be honored 3 days prior and 3 days after the conference dates based on availability. A first night’s deposit is required upon making a reservation. All guests are responsible for room, resort fee, tax, bellman, housekeeping gratuities, and all incidentals. Bellman ($10.00 per room), and housekeeping ($3.00 per room, per night), will automatically be posted to the guest’s individual folio.


ABOUT US

Talking Stick Resort, located in Salt River Entertainment District in Scottsdale, Arizona, holds a Four Diamond rating and features 496 luxurious deluxe guest rooms and suites, a state-of-the-art open-air, full-service spa, six world-class restaurants and five lounges including a LED screen—lined sports viewing showroom. The resort offers more than 100,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor function space including a 25,000 square foot grand ballroom. Our onsite amenities include 36 holes of championship golf at the adjacent world-renowned Talking Stick Golf Club, two resort pool complexes with rentable cabanas and casitas, live musical entertainment and the resort’s 240,000 square foot casino.

OUR FOUR DIAMOND RESORT - Talking Stick Resort

With 496 luxurious guest rooms, more than 100,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor convention space and eight outstanding dining venues, Talking Stick Resort is serious business. But with our host of amenities including a world-class spa, thrilling casino and two championship golf courses at Talking Stick Golf Club—we’re serious entertainment, too. Put them together, and you’ve got the most well-appointed meeting destination in Arizona.

Accommodations

Offering distinct comfort and the most contemporary appointments, all Deluxe Guest Rooms at Talking Stick Resort exude the ambiance of the Southwest with a modern flair. Each of our 496 Deluxe Guest Rooms feature:

Talking Stick Golf Club

Talking Stick Resort is directly next to and offers views of Talking Stick Golf Club. Located on and owned by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, the O’odham and Piipaash courses are two uniquely different golf courses offering many options for golfers of all skill levels. From links style adventure through the grasslands and ingenious bunkering on the O’odham Course to a traditional style of play on the tree-lined fairways of the Piipaash Course www.talkingstickgolfclub.com/

The Spa at Talking Stick

Located high on the 14th floor, this 13,000 square foot, open-air, full-service spa is the ultimate in world-class rejuvenation. With private rooms offering guests unparalleled views of the Valley and floor-to-ceiling windows that can be opened during treatments, there’s simply no better place to relax and refresh. Enjoy a spacious steam and sauna, relaxation and serenity lounge and a fully-equipped fitness training facility. Then retire to a dining area or deck where delicious food and beverages are served to cap off a day well-earned…and well-deserved. The Spa at Talking Stick features products made of culturally significant ingredients harvested from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community garden for use in all treatments and services, which include:

Two Pool Complexes

Relax and unwind at our two luxurious resort pools complexes both surrounded by beautiful Sonoran Desert landscape. Or Main pool also features cabanas and a lounge pool while our new West pool complex boasts stunning linear pools and gorgeous air-conditioned casitas each with its own private pool.  Enjoy refreshing beverages and sumptuous snacks by either pool’s bar and grille.

 Dining

Our culinary experts have created six unique restaurants for you to enjoy throughout the hotel and resort. Whether the mood calls for one of Scottsdale's best fine dining experiences, handcrafted sandwiches in an upscale bistro, oysters on the half shell in a modern seafood bar or just a quick snack near the casino action, Talking Stick Resort has a dining experience to fit your taste.

• Orange Sky (Elegant and intimate fine dining, award-winning wine list, and amazing views from the 15th floor.) https://www.talkingstickresort.com/dining/orange-sky

• Tash (Mediterranean-inspired dishes, artisan cocktails, and stunning views of Camelback Mountain.) http://www.talkingstickresort.com/dining/tash/

• Ocean  Trail (Exceptionally popular Asian-Creole fusion seafood with limited seating that fills fast.) https://www.talkingstickresort.com/dining/ocean-trail/

• Blue Coyote Café (Open 24 hours a day with an eclectic mix of mouthwatering American cuisine and sushi.) https://www.talkingstickresort.com/dining/blue-coyote-cafe/

•  Blue Coyote Cantina (Spacious setting with modern Southwestern cuisine and extensive tequila menu.  ) https://www.talkingstickresort.com/dining/blue-coyote-cantina/

• Black Fig (Open 24 hours a day. Casual and fast selection of breakfast favorites, salads, sandwiches, and pizza) https://www.talkingstickresort.com/dining/black-fig-coffee-bistro/

Location

With over 1300 arrivals and departures daily to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, along with non-stop flights to 105 cities, it is easy to make convenient trip plans without endless hours to travel. Enjoy easy access to Sky Harbor Airport, just 13 miles away, 15 minutes straight up the highway out of the airport. Average cost: (one way)-  Taxi:  $55.00  /  Ride Share: $20.00-$45.00

Area Activities

There is a huge variety of options to consider if you’re looking for area activities.  Our resort is located in the heart of the Salt River Entertainment District https://www.discoversaltriver.com/ which contains a wide range for all interests. There are 15 dining options that include a beach café, traditional Mexican, Greek or a farm to table overlooking the pools.  Below are a few other activities groups can enjoy in the immediate vicinity and visit www.discoversaltriver.com/play for a full list:

• Top Golf (www.topgolf.com )   (located across the street from resort)

• Odysea Aquarium  http://www.odyseaaquarium.com

• Butterfly Wonderland  www.butterflywonderland.com  

• iFLY indoor skydiving (www.iflyworld.com ) 

• Octane Raceway (www.octaneraceway.com ) 

• Marvix Bowling and Games (https://www.discoversaltriver.com/mavrix)

• Velocity VR (www.discoversaltriver.com/velocity-vr)

• Odysea Mirror Maze (www.discoversaltriver.com/odysea-mirror-maze)

• Medieval Times dinner and show (www.medievaltimes.com/)

• USS Arizona Memorial Gardens (www.discoversaltriver.com/uss-arizona-memorial-gardens-at-salt-river)

• Pop Stroke (www.popstroke.com/scottsdale-az)

 Amenities description:

Play in style on our 240,000 square foot property, one of the largest in Arizona. Savor the flavors and take in the panoramic views from the award-winning Orange Sky Restaurant. Check out Vegas-style entertainment and local favorites as they take the stage in the TSR Showroom. Test your skills on 36-holes of championship golf at Talking Stick Golf Club, one of the most scenic and challenging golf courses in Scottsdale. Then when it's time to relax, head up to The Spa at Talking Stick and enjoy a relaxing spa treatment overlooking incredible views of the Valley. Book your stay at Talking Stick Resort and you'll experience the very best Scottsdale has to offer.