Swanky Phoenix hotel is getting a $5.5 million upgrade. Here's what's coming
A downtown Phoenix hotel is getting a luxurious makeover in time for snowbird season.
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix, in the downtown dining and entertainment hub CityScape, will begin a renovation of all 242 guest rooms on June 28.
The $5.5 million project intends to deliver "an enhanced guest experience by combining timeless luxury and modern comfort" to guests, Hotel Palomar general manager Justin Simpson said in a statement.
AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R14ekkr8lb2m7nfblbH1» iframe AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R24ekkr8lb2m7nfblbH1» iframeThe redesign is expected to be completed by September. Rooms will be renovated floor by floor and the hotel will remain open during the summer.
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Hotel Palomar will renovate all its guest rooms
All 242 guest rooms, including 27 suites, will be renovated with new furniture, artwork and upgraded bathrooms. The premier suites will also get upgraded minibars with products from local artisans and businesses.
Common areas, including hallways and elevator banks, will get a refresh as well.
"This transformation goes beyond just upgrading the hotel rooms by reflecting the exciting energy of the property and providing guests an expansion of the urban retreat experience they’ve come to expect and love at Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix," Simpson said.
AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R1bekkr8lb2m7nfblbH1» iframe AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R2bekkr8lb2m7nfblbH1» iframeHotel Palomar partnered with the Los Angeles-based design firm Beleco Design to create a "residential-style" aesthetic that reflects comfort and style.
The new look will be inspired by the Arizona desert landscape. It features patterns resembling hand-woven textiles and a deep terracotta color palette.
The hotel, its Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails restaurant, rooftop pool and rooftop Eden Bar will be open during the renovation. The work will start with the premier suites on the top floors.
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Is Kimpton a luxury hotel brand?
Yes. Kimpton is considered a luxury hotel brand.
AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R1jekkr8lb2m7nfblbH1» iframe AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R2jekkr8lb2m7nfblbH1» iframeHotel Palomar Phoenix is classified by AAA as a Four Diamond hotel, a distinction it's held since 2012. These hotels represent a higher quality of accommodations and services than a standard hotel.
How much is parking at Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix?
Parking at Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix costs $30 per night for self-parking and $44 per night for valet parking.
How much is the resort fee at Kimpton Palomar?
The resort fee at Kimpton Palomar is $30 plus tax.
It includes pool access, Wi-Fi, access to the nearby EOS Fitness Club, 15% off spa and salon services at Perry Monge Salon & Spa, free admission to the Phoenix Art Museum and free non-special event passes to the CityScape comedy club Stand Up Live.
AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R1qekkr8lb2m7nfblbH1» iframe AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R2qekkr8lb2m7nfblbH1» iframeDetails:2 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix. 602-253-6633;hotelpalomar-phoenix.com.
Michael Salerno is an award-winning journalist who’s covered travel and tourism since 2014. His work as The Arizona Republic’s consumer travel reporter aims to help readers navigate the stresses of traveling and get the best value for their money on their vacations. He can be reached [email protected].
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