Formerly known as Cubs Park, the two year old Spring Training stadium of the Chicago Cubs has officially been renamed to Sloan Park. Our Spring Training Experts have compiled everything you need to watch the Cubs play ball under the warm sun in Arizona’s Spring Cactus League!
Where Do I Fly in?
Airport: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), Phoenix, AZ
Since Mesa, AZ doesn’t offer a commercial airport, you will want to fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Where Do I Stay?
Whether it’s Luxury or Convenience, we have found the best hotels based on your preference!
Sheraton Mesa Hotel – The Closest Hotel
860 North Riverview Mesa, Arizona 85201 – 1 (480) 664-1221
DETAILS
Wifi: Yes
Bar: Yes
Pool: Yes, 3
Fitness Facility: Yes
Shopping: Walking Distance
Dining: Walking Distance
Distance From Stadium: 0.4 Miles (walking distance)
WHY WE LIKE THIS HOTEL
Picture this – You wake up, hit the brand new fitness center or go for a quick swim, change and grab a bite nearby, then take a short walk on a gorgeous Arizona Spring day to go watch the Cubs in action. Now, that’s something I could get used to.
PS: It opens just in time for Spring Training 2015!
The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess – Luxury Hotel
7575 East Princess Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 – 1 (480) 585-4848
DETAILS
Wifi: Yes
Bar: Yes
Pool: Yes
Fitness Facility: Yes
Spa: Yes
Golf: Yes – World Famous TPC Golf Course
Distance From Stadium: 18.4 Miles
Dining: Yes – 4 award winning restaurants.
WHY WE LIKE THIS HOTEL
The Fairmont lives up to its name as the Scottsdale Princess. With four award winning restaurants, a spa and wellness center and two 18-hole golf courses – one which plays home to the PGA Tour Waste Management Open, this elegant resort offers something for everyone!
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Where Do I Sit?
Newly renovated Sloan Park offers great seating for every fan! From entertaining a large party to sitting on the outfield lawn with your family, we’ve got your seating guide covered.
- On a budget – Sections 201-213 – No worries! Sit on the outfield lawn and watch all the action, you might even get lucky and end up taking a souvenir homerun ball!
- Premium – Sections 106-117 – See all of your favorite players up close! These seats are so close to the field you might forget you are just a fan! The Cubs sit on the 3rd base side, so you will want to sit in sections 106-110 to stay close to your favorite Cubs’ players!
- Large Group – Party Decks– Entertaining a large group? Watch the game from your on party deck on either the 1st or 3rd base side (indicated by the navy blue sections) and have access to custom catering options! Call 1 (888) 751- 1960 ext 12 to reserve your VIP experience.
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What To Do?
In Mesa, AZ, it’s easy to find something to do. Filled with many local eats and numerous activities ranging from educational attractions to outdoor adventures, Mesa offers something for everyone!
FOOD
In the mood for some pizza? Organ Stop Pizza is sure to provide an evening full of family clean entertainment and not to mention some of Arizona’s best pizza! Looking for a healthier alternative? The Cutting Board Bakery and Cafe and its totally vegan menu is the number 1 ranked restaurant in Mesa! Now, there aren’t many foods that go together better than baseball and bbq! Take the short drive over to Phoenix to have some finger licking good ribs. Bobby Q knows how smoke ’em just right!
- Organ Stop Pizza
- The Cutting Board Bakery and Cafe
- Bobby Q
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Want to make an escape outdoors? Mesa is home to many beautiful natural attractions including the Superstition Mountain range, the Apache Trail, the Salt and Verde Rivers and Canyon Lake. If you are looking for a fun way to fill your day with your family head on down to the Mesa Golfland SunSplash – a fantasy land for kids that includes water park rides, mini golf and arcade games! Interested in WWII history? Watch an old Warbird fly over or check out all the educational exhibits Commemorative Air Force Museum has to offer!
- Superstition Mountains
- Apache Trail
- Mesa Golflad Sunsplash
- Arizona Wing of the Commemorative Air Force
BARS
- Diamond’s Sports Grille
- Sun Devil Liquors