One of Arizona’s longest-standing golf resorts is about to debut a renovation that began earlier this year.
The Wigwam, in Litchfield Park, Arizona is been attracting visitors to the West Valley of Phoenix since it was built by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company as a corporate retreat in 1918, and opened their doors to guests in 1929.
Through its history it has garneted many awards for its blend of historic elegance and charms, combined with modern amenities. That includes its signature southwestern style casitas, glistening pools, family-friendly amenities, and award-winning golf courses, two of which were designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
The comprehensive renovation began this Spring and is now set to debut (Fall 2023). “Our team and designers took immaculate care in making sure that the renovation preserved The Wigwam’s storied past while elevating and revitalizing the guestrooms where our guests can retire in absolute comfort,” said Katy Powers, Managing Director of The Wigwam. “We are honored to have hosted so many guests and events over the years and look forward to sharing our updated spaces with our cherished guests and locals.”
The resort-wide renovation included a complete interior refresh to elevate its spacious casitas, suites and two presidential suites. Combining rich tones of denim and adobe, layered with natural textures and authentic materials, the new interior designs compliment the beauty of the local surrounding desert landscape. Carpeted floors were replaced with luxury vinyl tile and geometric rugs, and artwork pays homage to the role that the Goodyear Tire Company played in the property’s history. Each piece of furniture and hue from the color-palate was curated to elevate the accommodation and create a laid-back luxury style. Spacious guestrooms and suites at The Wigwam range from 480 – 5,000 square feet and each room opens up onto an expansive private patio overlooking pools, gardens, tennis courts, or golf courses. Vibrant azure tiled walls and oil rubbed bronze accents, along with elegant new double vanities, and mirrors featuring dimmer-controlled lighting enhance each of the guest bathrooms.
The comprehensive upgrades were phased in to minimize disruptions to guests and ensure the same unparalleled service that The Wigwam guests have come to expect after decades of hospitality. In addition to the complete interior refresh, The Wigwam also underwent extensive improvements to its grounds, which span over 440 acres. Guests walking to and from The Wigwam’s three glistening pools, nine tennis courts, three golf courses, meeting spaces, spa, and four unique restaurants are greeted with century old cacti, native plants, and seasonal desert blooms. The Wigwam will continue improvements into next year, adding another reason for families to escape to this beloved desert oasis.
