Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort Unveils $115 Million Renovation, Elevating Arizona’s Luxury Hospitality Scene

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch has transitioned to the first Grand Hyatt hotel in Arizona, with renovated accommodations, pool, suites, and new food and beverage concepts

(IN SHORT) Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort has completed a $115 million renovation, marking its debut as the first Grand Hyatt property in Arizona. The redesigned resort features 496 updated rooms, including luxury casitas and the two-story Gainey House. Guests can enjoy six new dining options with chef Richard Blais, an expansive 2.5-acre pool complex, a revitalized Spa Avania with time-aligned wellness treatments, and various outdoor activities such as golfing and pickleball. The resort has also expanded its meeting space, including the new 24,000-square-foot Arizona Ballroom, positioning itself as a top destination for luxury stays and events in the American Southwest.

(PRESS RELEASE) SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., 2024-Nov-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) is proud to announce the grand reopening of Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort, following a remarkable $115 million renovation. Formerly known as Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch, this is now the first Grand Hyatt property in Arizona, bringing sophisticated luxury to the American Southwest. The renovated resort offers an expansive range of experiences, including six innovative dining options in partnership with celebrity chef Richard Blais, a fully upgraded pool and cabana complex, a revitalized Spa Avania, and expanded meeting spaces.

“We are excited to introduce the Grand Hyatt brand to Arizona with the reopening of this stunning resort,” said Ripton Melhado, Senior Vice President of Field Operations at Hyatt. “Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort will embody the blend of sophisticated luxury and bold experiences that our brand is known for, while authentically embracing the spirit of the American Southwest.”

A Refreshing New Look for Guest Accommodations

The resort’s new design, led by WATG and Hale Collective, integrates the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert, with stunning views of the mountains and elements that celebrate light, water, and desert flora. The renovation features 496 refreshed rooms, including 18 luxury Casitas and the two-story, ultra-luxe Gainey House. Each guestroom is designed to provide a serene, spacious retreat, with spa-inspired bathrooms, multi-purpose living spaces, and private balconies or patios, perfect for groups or families seeking comfort and space.

A Culinary Experience Like No Other

The Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort offers six dynamic dining venues, featuring signature concepts by renowned chef Richard Blais. Guests can indulge in a range of flavorful offerings, including La Zozzona (Modern Italian Chophouse), Tiki Taka (global small plates), Mesa Centrale (Southwestern grill), and Grand Vista Lounge (lobby bar). Poolside options, Sandbar and H2Oasis, further enhance the resort’s culinary offerings. Chef Blais brings his vast culinary expertise, honed in kitchens like The French Laundry and El Bulli, to elevate the dining experience at this one-of-a-kind desert resort.

A New Era of Poolside Luxury

The resort’s expansive 2.5-acre pool complex is a highlight of the renovation, featuring 10 distinct pools, a pristine sand beach, and a thrilling three-story waterslide. For those looking for relaxation, a tranquil whirlpool spa awaits, alongside a beachside putting green for added fun. The expanded cabanas offer an upgraded poolside experience, perfect for guests seeking luxury, comfort, and entertainment under the Arizona sun.

The Revamped Spa Avania: A Holistic Wellness Experience

Spa Avania has redefined wellness in Arizona with a unique approach that aligns treatments with the body’s natural rhythms. As the first spa in the state to focus on the science of time, Spa Avania offers treatments designed to nurture the body throughout the day, from morning rejuvenation to evening relaxation. New therapies such as Cryo Sculpt Facials, Desert Essence Wraps, and CBD Trigger Point Therapy Massage further enhance the spa’s offerings. The 19 treatment rooms, including garden and couple-friendly options, create a tranquil sanctuary for relaxation and renewal.

Outdoor Adventures and Golfing Excellence

The resort embraces its desert surroundings with activities like scenic biking and jogging paths, championship golf at the adjacent Gainey Ranch Golf Club, and tennis under the stars. For those who enjoy pickleball, eight courts are available to accommodate the growing popularity of the sport. Guests can enjoy the natural beauty of the desert while engaging in activities designed to rejuvenate and excite.

A State-of-the-Art Meeting Venue

The recently revamped 14,000-square-foot Vaquero Ballroom is just the beginning—set to debut in January 2025, the new Arizona Ballroom will increase the resort’s meeting capacity to 24,000 square feet, making it one of the region’s premier destinations for large events. With 90,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor function space, 48 dynamic meeting rooms, and extensive audio-visual support, Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort is now the gold standard for meetings and events in Arizona.

For more information about Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort, visit grandhyattscottsdale.com or explore the Grand Hyatt brand at grandhyatt.com.

About Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort

The 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 www.grandhyattscottsdale.com.

About Grand Hyatt

Around 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. For additional information or to make a reservation, please visit grandhyatt.com. Follow @GrandHyatt on Facebook and Instagram, and tag photos with #GrandHyatt.

About Xenia Hotels & Resorts, Inc.

Xenia Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is a self-advised and self-administered REIT that invests in uniquely positioned luxury and upper upscale hotels and resorts, with a focus on the top 25 lodging markets as well as key leisure destinations in the United States. The Company owns 31 hotels comprising 9,408 rooms across 14 states. Xenia’s hotels are in the luxury and upper upscale segments and operated and/or licensed by industry leaders such as Marriott, Hyatt, Kimpton, Fairmont, Loews, Hilton, and The Kessler Collection. For more information on Xenia’s business, refer to the Company website at www.xeniareit.com

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Source: Hyatt Hotels Corporation

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