Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa wraps up a major renovation of its meetings and events spaces

Andrea Thompson

ByAndrea Thompson

January 21, 2026

The $7M Transformation Sets a New Standard for Meetings and Celebrations in Paradise Valley

Paradise Valley’s award-winning Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa has completed a sweeping $7 million transformation of its premier meetings and events venues, elevating the destination for discerning groups seeking unforgettable experiences. From executive gatherings and wellness retreats to intimate weddings and private celebrations, the resort’s reimagined venues set a new standard for luxury events in the Southwest. The comprehensive renovation encompasses 8,000 square feet of both indoor and outdoor space—including the Views Ballroom, Views Terrace, Paradise Views, Lower Lawn, and Cholla meeting room—each thoughtfully redesigned to harmonize with the resort’s desert backdrop. Combined with Sanctuary’s signature hospitality and breathtaking Camelback Mountain setting, these refined spaces offer an unmatched canvas for sophisticated gatherings of every scale.

A few key renovation upgrades are outlined, below:

  • Venues included in this renovation are the resort’s Views Ballroom, Views Terrace, Paradise Views, Lower Lawn, and Cholla meeting room.
  • As a part of the renovation completion, the 3,851-square-foot Views Ballroom has seen a dramatic redesign, with enhancements to the North facade to eliminate visual obstructions such as the existing fireplace, exterior bars, and partial walls to fully reveal the stunning vistas.
  • Architectural improvements to the West and North building elevations feature new storefront windows and doors, along with the addition of a “Brise soleil” sun shade that wraps all three sides of the structure, providing both visual cohesion and functional shade.
  • The Views Lawn and Terrace now have flexible seating options across the upper, middle, and lower tiers, allowing for customizable layouts tailored to a variety of events.
  • These spaces have been thoughtfully reimagined to offer versatile outdoor environments ideal for everything from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations.
  • The Cholla meeting room and Paradise Views areas reflect refreshed finishes and design details, enhancing both their functionality and ambiance.

Historically, the resort has offered an impressive portfolio of meetings & event spaces, all set against the unparalleled backdrop of Camelback Mountain and Praying Monk. Intentionally designed to modernize the aesthetic of the resort while maintaining its signature elegance, venue capabilities on property range from intimate 12-person private chef’s table dining experiences, to 280-person large-scale wedding celebrations, all paired with highly-curated services, award-winning catering and standout amenities for groups.

With an emphasis on holistic wellness for the guest, this storied resort blends luxurious experiences with intentional mindfulness programming across its wellness, outdoor and meetings programs. With this renovation completion, the resort has also launched a few new pieces of programming that are central to its wellness ethos – perfect for planners seeking an all-encompassing itinerary for mind, body and soul:

Andrea Thompson

ByAndrea Thompson

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