SCOTTSDALE, AR—Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center, A Destination Hotel, will embark on a renovation July 1 that will transform the independent resort and its amenities. The resort is the newest property in the Destination Hotels portfolio and the only resort in the Phoenix metropolitan area to undergo a substantial renovation in 2015.
In September, the property will be unveiled as The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch, A Destination Hotel. The first phase of the renovation will inject $9 million into the property, introducing a new restaurant and bar, transforming the main pool, adding outdoor meeting and event space and enhancing guestrooms. The property is owned by Cornerstone Advisors, which also features Motif Seattle, A Destination Hotel in its resort portfolio.
“The goal of the renovation is to maximize the aesthetic potential of the romantic, Spanish architecture and beautiful grounds of The Scottsdale Resort elevating the overall guest experience and amenities,” said Kevin Regan, SVP of operations, Western region, for Destination Hotels. “This property is situated in an upscale community centrally located but just enough off the beaten path that it is a bit of a hidden gem within this world-class travel destination. We cannot wait to share this property’s new look with our guests, neighbors and the local community.”
The designers at PHX Architects in Phoenix and SB Design in Scottsdale developed plans to update the look of the resort and introduce new amenities, while staying true to the rich history of the property originally designed by Scottsdale architect Bennie Gonzales, according to the hotel.
The architects drew inspiration from Mexico and South America, incorporating the romance, history and architectural splendor of Mexican haciendas (Spanish for estate) into the design, color palette and furnishings, according to the resort. The outdoor space will tap the grand fazendas of Brazil from the Colonial period. These farms featured ancient stonewalls, arcaded portals, cobbled courtyards and grande salons. The resort’s new look and feel also draws inspiration from Argentinian estancias.