Recognized as “The Jewel of the Desert,” the Arizona Biltmore stands as a testament to timeless luxury, architectural brilliance, and storied history. Celebrating its 95th anniversary this year, the resort has long been an iconic destination for travelers seeking a serene escape with a touch of Hollywood allure. With its Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, world-class amenities, and celebrated history, the Arizona Biltmore is a place of glamor, fresh playfulness, and exquisite design.
The Citrus Club:
An Exclusive Adults-Only Retreat
ona Biltmore offers the Citrus Club, an exclusive adults-only lounge that redefines luxury. Reserved for guests 21 and over, the Citrus Club provides a serene sanctuary with unparalleled service and amenities, including dedicated concierge services, curated pool cabanas, and an inclusive chef-crafted food and drink service. Throughout the day, indulge in buffet-style dining and Citrus Club’s premium bar that features a carefully curated selection of spirits, wines, and cocktails.
Tierra Luna Spa & Sol Garden:
A Transcendent Sonoran Desert Experience
A visit to Arizona Biltmore wouldn’t be complete without experiencing the award-winning Tierra Luna Spa & Sol Garden. Earning a Forbes 4-star rating in 2023 and 2024, Tierra Luna Spa & Sol Garden brings a transformative new dimension of desert chic to the Arizona Biltmore experience. Here, you will find yourself guided by the unique spirit of the Sonoran Desert, both physically and spiritually. This is a dedicated place in which to feel centered, at one with nature’s powerful beauty, while exploring a sense of cosmic wonder. By incorporating locally sourced botanicals, indigenous muds, native scents and healing crystals, each Tierra Luna Spa treatment celebrates the unique spirit of the Sonoran Desert by seamlessly integrating the mind, body, and spirit. Blending ancient healing traditions with modern techniques, Tierra Luna Spa provides guests a holistic wellness experience, with treatments such as its Halotherapy Treatment in its salt chamber or its Sun Worshipper Mud & Alchemy Experience. The popular Sun Worshipper Mud & Alchemy Experience features a spa attendant who assesses your body’s energy currents, pinpoints obstructed chakras, and orchestrates a liberating energy flow. Through the application of Sonoran muds and chakra-infused oils, this bespoke blend invites the nurturing warmth of the Arizona sun to caress the skin. Mud therapy eases muscle tension, while the skin benefits from gentle exfoliation. Concluding with an al fresco rain shower aided by an on-site grown luffa, guests emerge cleansed, radiant, and harmonized.
Renata’s Hearth:
A Latin-Inspired Culinary Getaway
There’s an alchemy at play at Renata’s Hearth that blends ancient Latin fire and modern Latin cuisine, creating dishes and cocktails with ‘the essence of smoke.’ The essence of smoke can truly be enjoyed through its most popular dishes, Pollo Pibil and Smoked Wagyu Brisket, which are brined for 24 hours and slow-smoked in Renata’s outdoor fire pit with a chef-crafted chile-infused rub. Pair them with mezcal maven artisan-crafted cocktails, such as the El Matador which is made with Don Julio Reposado, Unión Uno Mezcal, habanero, hibiscus, pomegranate, lime, and black lava salt. Finish your culinary getaway with the Chocolate Kahlua Cake featuring layers of chocolate mousse made from 70% single-origin chocolate from Ecuador, as well as a Kahlua made in Mexico.
A Legacy of Glamor:
Hollywood and Presidential Guests
Tales of the rich and famous, who flocked to the resort’s inviting environs and attentive staff, abound. Clark Gable once lost his wedding ring on the golf course and was overjoyed when a helpful Biltmore employee found it. Marilyn Monroe loved the stunning Catalina pool so much; she declared it her favorite pool for sunbathing. Harpo Marx honeymooned at the hotel—often holding hands with his bride and skipping through the formal dining room after meals, which both charmed and scandalized his fellow guests.
In 1988, a few guests on the second floor of the main wing reported an “awful ruckus going on” in the piano bar late one evening. The staff gently coaxed the disgruntled guests out of their rooms to peek—they were surprised to see none other than Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., and Liza Minelli were singing an impromptu set, quickly turning grumbling into delight.
Where Past Meets Present
These days, a stay at the storied Arizona Biltmore offers an array of five-star amenities. No matter what type of getaway you seek, Arizona Biltmore has something for everyone.
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