I noticed from the party hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Airport) pictures that the pool is quite small and what seems to be only about 20 poolside loungers.
For those that have stayed at this hotel ... is that the case? If so .... best to reserve the lounger with a towel ? :-) German way
On the theme of side trips, Quite like the idea of seeing the Grand Canyon ... will probably fly to Flagstaff and take a tour from there.