Arizona
- Four Points by Sheraton in Tempe recently underwent an extensive eight-month renovation. The 187-room hotel, formerly a Holiday Inn, features private balconies overlooking the pool and patio area. Rooms come equipped with wireless Internet access and 32-inch LCD flat-screen televisions. The hotel provides nearly 5,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, which can accommodate groups of up to 200 people. Professional planning and catering services are also available for events. Additional facilities include a 24-hour hour gym and business center. For more information, call 480.968.3451 or visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
California
- Parc 55 is undergoing a $30 million renovation that includes the redesign and refurnishing of all of its 1,010 guest rooms and 18 suites, an expansion of the property’s meeting and event space, and a full makeover of the lobby and reception areas. The property’s Club Level facilities also have significant design updates. Parc 55 Hotel remains open during the carefully planned renovation. Parc 55 Hotel earned Energy Star designations from both the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. For more information, call 415.392.8000 or visit www.parc55hotel.com.
- The Four-Diamond Hilton San Diego recently took the wraps off an $8 million phase two resort renovation. The resort, set on 18 acres overlooking Mission Bay, features 357 rooms, a newly refurbished lobby, new $5 million spa, retail marketplace, restaurant, bar, and pool. The renovated pool area features private garden cabanas, a fire pit and a waterfall. For more information, call 619.276.4010 or visit www.sandiegohilton.com.
Colorado
- After a $15 million renovation, the Doubletree Denver Tech Center opened in the landmark building formerly known as the Hotel Denver Tech Center. Each of the 305 guest rooms includes a 37-inch LCD television, and guests have access to complimentary Wi-Fi in each guest room and in public areas throughout the property. Meeting and banquet facilities offer 20,000 square feet of space in various configurations. The focal point is the 6,600-square-foot Citrus Ballroom. For more information, call 303.779.6161 or visit www.denvertech.doubletree.com.
Mexico
- D’Gala Mazatlan Hotel opened in March in Mazatlan’s Zona Dorada, or the Golden Zone resort district. The hotel houses 89 guest rooms and suites and a banquet room accommodating 120 people. For more information, call 011.52.669.913.4496 or visit www.dgalamazatlan.com.
New Mexico
- La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa, A RockResort, completed a $6 million renovation in June, including a redesign and a new restaurant. All 157 guest rooms, including 30 suites, were upgraded as were the resort’s public spaces, its 4,500-square-foot spa and dining venues. Additional lobby seating offers space to socialize and taste one of the resort’s wines, and listen to native flute players who perform each week. The former mansion also features a library lounge area, which now offers the private dining Rose Room. For more information, call 505.986.0000 or visit www.rockresorts.com.
Wyoming
- The Cody debuted in Cody in May. The hotel features 78 guest rooms with flat-screen televisions and free complimentary Wi-Fi access. The Shoshone River Room features meeting space for up to 100 and wireless access. Other amenities include a fitness center, indoor pool and sauna and hot tub spa. For more information, call 307.587.5915 or visit www.thecody.com.