Paradise Valley’s Award-Winning Resort Enters New Era of Locally Rooted Ownership with Multi-Year Transformation Starting in 2027
PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz., Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa announced a transition to independent ownership alongside plans for a multi-million-dollar property transformation over the next several years. Under a joint partnership between Berger Holdings and RJ Hospitality – two local firms with deep roots in the region – the award-winning resort will undergo a comprehensive multi-year plan that will touch all 110 accommodations starting in Summer 2027, followed by strategic enhancements to its culinary program and Sanctuary Spa in 2028 – elevating the resort experience for both guests and locals alike.
“As a resort deeply tied to its surrounding community and culture, we are thrilled to move forward as an independently owned and managed property as we look toward 2027 and beyond,” says Laura McIver, Managing Director of Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa. “Our owners are local community leaders who bring a shared passion for this extraordinary destination. Their commitment guarantees that every dollar invested directly enlists the care, character, and world-class service that our neighbors and loyal resort guests have cherished for decades.”
A few key renovation updates and timeline milestones are outlined, below:
- Hart+Howerton: As Sanctuary’s architect and designer of record for this renovation project, Hart+Howerton is a world-renowned interdisciplinary design firm specializing in master planning, architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design for prominent residential, resort, and hospitality projects.
- Guest Room & Casita Redesign (2027): Beginning in Summer 2027, all 110 guest rooms and casitas will undergo a comprehensive interior refresh and renovation designed to modernize the guest experience, with a target completion date of September 2027.
- Culinary & Spa Enhancements (2028): Following the completion of the accommodations, the resort will embark on its next phase of transformation in 2028, focusing on elevated enhancements to its renowned food and beverage outlets and Sanctuary Spa.
- Long-Term Community & Resort Guest Focus: This multi-year capital investment underscores a long-term commitment to stewardship, ensuring the property remains an anchor of Paradise Valley hospitality for generations to come.
Set against the unparalleled backdrop of Camelback Mountain, this historic 53-acre property originally opened as a Tennis Ranch Club in the 1950s. Now a luxury resort, Sanctuary offers a unique blend of privacy, wellness and world-class hospitality. Here, guests will experience Sanctuary Spa, renowned for its Asian-inspired treatments and bodywork that unfolds across twelve indoor and outdoor treatment rooms; a rotating daily wellness calendar with classes like guided drawing meditations, floating sound journeys, and community-forward matcha & mahjong weekends; tennis and pickleball courts with private 1:1 clinics available; afternoons unwinding poolside at the infinity pool overlooking Camelback Mountain; food & beverage outlets including the beloved Elements and jade bar, with innovative mixology programs, Asian-forward cuisine, and interactive cooking class experiences; and a robust meetings + events program that recently underwent a $7 million dollar renovation. By building upon a proud heritage that dates back to the 1950s, Sanctuary’s ownership is committed to securing the resort as both a sought after destination and a timeless local staple for the next half-century, setting the standard for luxury experiences in the American Southwest.
For more information about Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa, or to book a stay, please visit https://www.sanctuaryaz.com.
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ABOUT SANCTUARY CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN RESORT & SPA:
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa is a luxury, historic resort set upon 53 acres of lush desert featuring manicured grounds, gardens, pools, and award-winning facilities. The property’s current offerings include a 12,000-square-foot spa, fitness center, swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, and 110 casitas and suites as well as eight private mountainside villas with sweeping views of the area’s natural vistas. The resort’s dining offerings focus on creative seasonal menus that feature fresh, local ingredients. The property offers thoughtful amenities and services aimed at creating a seamless and relaxing guest experience. For more information, please visit https://www.sanctuaryaz.com.
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