Kimption Hotels & Restaurants expands its portfolio in Arizona
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants has announced that it has acquired Amara Resort and Spa in Sedona, Arizona, US.
The 100-room boutique resort overlooking Sedona’s Oak Creek, will be the third Kimpton hotel in Arizona and will join Kimpton’s portfolio of 59 hotels and 68 restaurants, bars and lounges in 25 cities nationwide.
Amara Resort and Spa is located in the centre of Uptown Sedona and is a two-minute walk from Sedona’s shops, galleries, wine tasting and restaurants.
The resort completed a US$2m (£1.3m, 1.5m euro) renovation in September 2012, which included the addition of a 26,000-gallon infinity edge saltwater pool that directly overlooks the serene Oak Creek and Sedona’s red rocks, along with upgrades to the resort’s restaurant, outdoor event space, fitness center and lobby.
The Sedona spa facility includes six private treatment rooms, manicure/pedicure area, relaxation room, boutique store, a yoga studio and steam facilities .
Mike Depatie, chief executive officer, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants said: “We’re proud to add the Amara Resort and Spa to our collection.We saw an opportunity to expand to Sedona, an area that’s a very desirable resort destination for travelers for its ideal weather, stunning views and serene environment.
“It’s a perfect addition to our growing roster of hotels because it further expands our presence in popular leisure markets adding to hotels we already have open or in development in Scottsdale, Vero Beach, South Beach, Miami, Aspen and Palm Springs.”
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