I debated whether to write this review throughout my entire stay, but after consolidating my experience, the negatives outweigh the positives. I'll start with the positives, acknowledging elements that might make some overlook my larger complaints. The positive aspects include plentiful and high-quality classes, with expert staff providing non-stop enrichment. The cleanliness of the rooms upon check in, well-maintained grounds, and a focus on safety in terms of foodborne illnesses were commendable. The streamlined check-in process and an upgrade for Globalists were also appreciated. I loved the smoothies and the coffee cake was incredible that they served at the cafe each day. There were great views of the Arizona landscape and indoor temperatures were always on point. The gas fireplace in the suite upgrade was also a nice touch and a cute addition to have for winter time. However, my enthusiasm waned at the first lunch, where vegan allergens were initially mislabeled, and the chef's special was disappointingly bland. The buffet soup was decent, but the absence of vegan salad dressing and inconsistencies in vegan options were notable. The lack of fresh or custom-made options at the small café further hindered the dining experience and zero options at the bar, which was one of the locations that almost misled me. Vegan options aside, this was not a great experience for my husband who isn’t Vegan as well. He mentioned feeling it overall didn’t seem to align with a high end resort. Dinner presented a stark contrast however, showcasing inspired dishes with a variety of herbs and spices, even with the Vegan options. Unfortunately, the quality and variety of Vegan dishes declined each night, leaving me sad once more on the final evening. The lack of consistency in the food experience was disappointing, especially considering the high price point. Vegan options at lunch fluctuate quite a bit, there was never a guarantee you’d find an appropriate protein source, so I focused heavily on the smoothies with nut butters. I think that was one of the hardest parts of the meals, it was almost as if I was on a roller coaster. Sometimes if you asked me how the food was, my response was positive, but as soon as I was happy with a meal, the next one tanked or had significantly less options. I found it hard to plan, as one night there were three Vegan entrees, then another there was one and it was something I’d label a side dish before I’d call it a “meal”. A significant concern was the staff's limited knowledge of food allergens. Despite my complaints, I was offered non-vegan options multiple times, highlighting a gap in staff training. I will say that once I personally brought this up to the manager and the head chef, most people were quick to ask the chef before making any definitive claims for the rest of my stay. In all truth, I just expected top-notch food at a high-end resort, however, the food quality at times paralleled that of much cheaper all-inclusive resorts. My options didn’t feel that much different from items that I’ve eaten at non Vegan friendly resorts. Discovering that day passes, which include lunch, the café, classes and a resort credit offer better value was a revelation. We made the realization that the lower quality of the café food and lunch may be attributed to serving day-pass guests added to my disappointment. Further adding to my frustration, I was advised that as a guest staying at the resort I could make special food requests, down to the ingredient if I requested early enough. Now that offering sounded far more inline with the price of this place, but that was only mentioned on our final night and there was no way to take advantage of such a perk. They also mentioned they plan the menus in five day rotations, it would have helped me tremendously to receive them in advance to help make any requests for the nights there were little to no options for me. Which truthfully, it did not feel as if they really welcomed such requests, as so many dishes were close to Vegan, sans one simple ingredient to be substituted. It seemed as if Vegan was low on their list anyway and the chef even pointed out, Vegan typically is lumped in with their gluten free options or other dietary restrictions. In some instances, there were dishes or items that traditionally are always Vegan, but additions of an animal product created an even bigger gap in options than necessary. But considering it was mostly a buffet or pre-made items for the majority of the meals, it’s not feasible to offer a “Vegan Option” for all the Vegetarian options, which is why I highly recommend considering using some of the nightly rate to include more “made to order” or “fresh” items. I could spend hours explaining how easily honey can be removed and something such as maple syrup or agave could be added, but it’s simply a matter of “if they wanted to, they would.” and there is no point in trying to run someone else’s kitchen. The room's outdated and poorly maintained condition, akin to lower-category hotels, raised serious doubts about the justification for the steep nightly rate more than the food at times. The most glaring instance was when I entered the bathroom and encountered a tub reminiscent of those found in places like a Hyatt House – typically seen as a combined tub with a shower curtain. However, in this case, it was a fully detached, shallow, short, dated, and chipped, a low end feature uncommon at high-end resorts. Normally, if a tub is separate, one would expect a semi-luxurious alternative, but instead, it felt more in line with the simplicity of hotels in the lowest category Hyatt offers. I wasn’t entirely surprised, as the room itself had gaps in floor panels, worn down walls, floor panels coming up as you walk, etc. For the price point, you could easily say the rooms are “run down” and do not align with the Hyatt Category it’s placed in. I'm not even sure Hyatt Corporate would want this place putting guests in rooms this poorly maintained even if the price was lowered, but that's just based on all my other positive stays at Hyatt Resorts. The lack of communication regarding losing our late check-out upon accepting the upgrade added unnecessary stress. Despite persistence, we had to negotiate for late check-out the night before our departure, further diminishing the overall experience. While we understand that late checkouts and upgrades are not guaranteed, the immediate denial when we called and the absence of communication upon check-in deviated from our past experiences. Typically, these matters are addressed and clarified upon arrival, creating a contrast with our previous positive encounters at Hyatt resorts, including low end hotels. There were also other weird microaggressions from some of the hospitality staff. I decided not to bring up the specific people or interactions, as I feel it must be pretty miserable to work here and deal with privileged clientele, including myself. The spa facilities, bathrooms, and other amenities were equally dated to the room, if not more so in some instances, like the gym bathroom. Unfortunately, there's no room for dispute; I've unquestionably encountered better upgrades at Grand Hyatt's or even at lower-tier establishments. Clean or not, there is no masking the age of this resort and though I loved the experiences, it still seems silly to not just do a day pass and save an upwards of $3000.00 a night. I did enjoy the spa services themselves, but overall a 50 minute massage typically turns into a 35 - 40 minute hands on experience with their procedures. If you’re putting money with the resort credit like we did, it can feel like a poor value compared to other resorts. It may be wise to not go over the credit you receive, just in case it’s a service that is overvalued to offset the use of the credit. My last night was especially disappointing due to a simple housekeeping request. We asked for a simple cleaning and new bedding because of the spa oils leaving the sheets overly fragrant. Instead of changing the linens, housekeeping hung dirty robes from the bathroom floor and sprayed a heavy chemical on the bed to mask the scents, pretending it was cleaned. I noticed this because they came later after we returned from lunch. Typically, I stay out of the room during a cleaning, but I'm glad I was present to see these corner-cutting tricks. In conclusion, while Miraval offers a plethora of classes and expert staff, the inconsistencies in food quality, limited staff knowledge, and room/facility conditions make it difficult to justify the high cost of staying overnight. For those seeking value, the day pass may be a more prudent choice. The last thing I will say is my husband and I are foodies at the core and we’ve stayed at some of the most beautiful hotels around the world, with our favorites being those that keep up with the latest technologies and invest money in an occasional room refresh. So our opinion of this place may hold no validity for those wanting to focus on classes and those with less expectations of the quality of their room/food. I think if this was valued at a lower nightly rate or less points, this review would have gone a bit different. But the value I place on this resort as it stands now will never reach that lower point, therefore it’s highly unlikely I would return. #DAYPASSONLY…