The Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix has embarked on a multi-million-dollar renovation of its 242 guestrooms, which are expected to be completed in September.
Accommodations will remain available as the property undergoes renovations floor-by-floor, starting with the premier suites on the hotel's top floors. The refreshed rooms are designed to encompasses a modern reflection of the desert landscape while creating a cool, soothing retreat for guests, according to the hotel, which is part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio.
“Our focus with these renovations is to create an enhanced guest experience by combining timeless luxury and modern comfort along with some unexpected surprises,” Justin Simpson, general manager, said in a statement. “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.”
The renovation of the Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix is led by Beleco Design and will encompass all of its guestrooms and suites, as well as the guest floor common areas, such as the hallways and elevator banks. The renovated rooms will feature upgraded bathrooms, refined furnishings and curated artwork, including an enhanced minibar experience in the premier suites that highlight products from local artisans and businesses, according to the company.
“We are honored to be the design partner for Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix room renovation experience,” said Cristian Schnyder, principal at Beleco Design. “We believe that every space tells a story and we are thrilled to bring in a blend of timeless aesthetics with modern functionality to every room. The vision thoughtfully ties in the Arizona desert aesthetic with a focus on textures and finishes to offer guests an environment that feels visually cool and calming as a balance to the intense heat of a summer day.”
The company noted the design draws inspiration from Arizona’s landscape and native cultures. It features abstract patterns that reflect the tradition of hand-woven textiles, clay materials that connect to pottery making and a deep terracotta color palette inspired by the oxidation of steel that can be found in the city’s modern architecture, according to the company.