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Forbes
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort's $115-Million Renovation Is A Winner
When renovations started on the long-beloved Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch in 2023, it was hard to know what direction the changes would take. The H-shaped building was brilliantly designed, in a style evocative of Frank Lloyd Wright's work, to make the place feel spacious and uncrowded even when it was was sold out. Luckily, the structure itself remains the same, but the room decor, restaurants, spa, pools and other areas of the 28-acre expanse have been beautifully carried forward while not losing sight of its family-friendly roots. THe view from the lobby of the newly renovated Grand Hyatt Resort Scottsdale. The reimagined Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort opened in October 2024 as Arizona's first Grand Hyatt, and the project was so successful that it will be a good model for other Hyatt Regencies to upgrade to Grand status. What you see when you enter the lobby is an expansive view of the desertscape ringed by the rugged McDowell Mountains that give this part of the state both texture and character. Bring the zoom in a bit, and you'll see kids doing cartwheels on the lawn and their adults having drinks at the aptly named Grand Vista Lounge. From this vantage point, guests can stroll around the corner to one of the pools (family or adult), both of which have stellar food menus and on-point service. Water is an important feature of any desert hotel, and the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort takes it seriously, allowing the pool culture to claim a lot of real estate. This is a good decision in any season, and there's abundant shade for the summer months when there's not much between you and the sun. Pool cabanas make the experience even more comfortable, with sparkling wine or water, a fruit plate, and comfy couches and chaise lounges, not to mention a big TV. Whether you go from here to a room or suite in the main building or a luxe casita to shower before dinner, all of the interior decor has been redesigned to bring splashes of color, marble countertops, and earth-toned flooring to the spaces. The deluxe rooms have their own gas fire pits just outside the sliding glass door that leads to a common desert garden. There are 18 casitas set in a landscaped desert environment, each of which has a full kitchen and lots of outdoor space for entertaining. The quiet is noticeable, and it's astonishing for city ears to enter such a peaceful space. The casitas are easily large enough for a family of four, with a king bed in the very large bedroom and a comfortable queen sofa bed in the living room. One of the best features of the upgrade to Grand is the resort's partnership with Chef Richard Blais, who has designed all four restaurant concepts. La Zozzona is a bonafide destination hotspot, with a pan-Italian menu and a chef's table with a view of the open kitchen. The list of dishes not to miss exceeds most group's capacity to order, so I say go with the giant homemade fried cheese stick and that bone-in porterhouse steak cooked to perfection. Tiki-Taki, a play on a Spanish soccer term, combines Japanese and Spanish cooking to surprising and delightful effect. And Mesa Centrale is the breakfast hub (also open for lunch and dinner) with indoor/outdoor seating, a large buffet and a full menu, too. (Don't miss the huevos rancheros and the green juice.) Cliches about oases in the desert notwithstanding, Spa Avania sets a high standard for the skill of practitioners, the new menu of wraps, scrubs, massages and skincare offerings, and a linger-longer ambiance with a pool, outdoor shower and relaxation room. Everything about the new Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort encourages slowing down, breathing deeply and contemplating the beauty of its surroundings.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort Unveils Expansive, Newly Renovated Arizona Ballroom
Enhanced meeting and event space sets a new standard for gatherings in Scottsdale SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., February 26, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort has officially debuted its newly expanded Arizona Ballroom, marking the completion of the property's $115 million transformation. Nearly doubling in size to an impressive 24,000 square feet, the Arizona Ballroom is now one of the largest and most sophisticated event spaces in the region. The resort's full meeting and events facilities is now 90,000 square feet total, reinforcing the resort's status as a premier destination for meetings, conferences, and celebrations. The Arizona Ballroom hosted its first event in January, ushering in a new era of grand-scale gatherings at the resort. With this expansion, the Arizona Ballroom joins the resort's fully renovated meetings and events facilities, which includes 35,000 square feet of scenic outdoor venues and an additional 10,000 square feet of pre-function space, providing a seamless flow for large-scale gatherings. Guests and event planners also have access to 48 versatile meeting rooms, advanced onsite audiovisual support, and high-speed internet connectivity. The resort's four elevated restaurants by Chef Richard Blais and artfully renovated rooms complement the meeting space enhancements, creating a cohesive and elevated meetings experience throughout the property. Designed to accommodate everything from corporate conventions to grand social affairs, the reimagined Arizona Ballroom underscores Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort's commitment to offering an unparalleled event experience in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. The ballroom features rigging points in the ceiling, allowing for the suspension of items like the new Flying LED Walls, which maximize floor space. Ample indoor and outdoor foyer areas, including the Arizona Courtyard provide fluidity between spaces. Private valet services are available outside the ballroom for private arrivals and departures. Guests can also expect an elevated banquet experience with curated menus, food & beverage activations, and art-driven cocktails. Beyond banquet offerings, Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort is home to four elevated restaurants conceptualized and led by revered Chef Richard Blais. Among these exciting new spots are La Zozzona, a modern Italian restaurant; Tiki Taka, featuring a variety of small plates; Mesa Centrale, a Southwestern grill; and Grand Vista Lounge, a modern, minimalist bar boasting a selection of craft cocktails and creative plates. For more information or to book a reservation, please visit About Grand Hyatt Scottsdale ResortThe beauty of the majestic McDowell Mountains, palm trees, cacti, wildflowers, and the spirit of Sonoran Desert combine to create the Southwestern elegance of Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort. Guests enjoy the many recreational amenities this desert oasis has to offer including the 2.5-acre water playground complete with 10 pools, a 30', 3-story, high-speed waterslide and its signature sand beach. Additional amenities include 27 holes of championship golf, world-class tennis, miles of jogging and bicycle trails and the award-winning Spa Avania, the first spa experience choreographed to the science of time. Other highlights feature four distinctly different food & beverage concepts by celebrated chef Richard Blais, two outdoor bars, and programming to connect guests to the resort's locale. In addition, this premier meeting venue offers 90,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor function space, providing both quality and flexibility of space. For more information visit Follow @HyattScottsdale on Facebook and Instagram About Hyatt Hotels CorporationHyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of December 31, 2024, the Company's portfolio included more than 1,400 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 79 countries across six continents. The Company's offering includes brands in the Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt®, Alila®, Miraval®, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, The Standard®, Dream® Hotels, The StandardX, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, JdV by Hyatt®, Bunkhouse® Hotels, and Me and All Hotels; the Inclusive Collection, including Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, and Alua Hotels & Resorts®; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Destination by Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, and Hyatt®, and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, and UrCove. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Mr & Mrs Smith™, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar® DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit About Grand HyattAround the world, Grand Hyatt hotels bring travel dreams to life by celebrating the iconic in small details and magnificent moments. Located at the crossroads of local culture and global business within major gateway cities and resort destinations, each Grand Hyatt hotel is uniquely designed to be a captivating destination within a destination. Grand Hyatt hotels deliver welcoming and elevated service, first-class accommodations and an abundance of options within a multicultural backdrop of dramatic architecture and bold and vibrant design. Grand Hyatt hotels boast inventive restaurants, luxury spas, fitness centers, and business and meeting facilities. 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