The Hermosa Inn
Paradise Valley, Arizona
The Hermosa Inn
5532 N Palo Cristi Rd, Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253 Original Property Opened in 1935 Historic Hotels of America member since 2011
Once the private residence and studio of the famed cowboy artist Lon Megargee and still boasting such charming touches as a personal library and wine cellar, Hermosa Inn Paradise Valley has long been a favorite desert retreat. Located just outside of Phoenix, guests can take in the sweeping landscape and the inn's welcoming gardens from rooms and casitas that blend traditional styles with luxe modern amenities. Relaxation is paramount by the shady outdoor pool or at the exclusive Blue Door Spa. LON's, the inn's gourmet restaurant, is in the former artist's studio and offers fresh local favorites and unique cocktails. Those guests looking to host the next great celebration or meeting can take advantage of elegantly designed event spaces and charming hospitality.
Discover
- Learn more about the inn's history as renowned cowboy artist Lon Megargee's home and studio. His legacy continues in the inn's restaurant.
- Enjoy leisurely strolls through lush desert gardens, including around the relaxing pool located in an expansive dedicated area at the center of the property
- Take in the Mission Style facades, including heavily carved doors and some of the oldest original adobe walls in the Phoenix area.
Explore
- Take in views of the local area from the air in the colorful and perennially popular hot air balloons. Hotel staff can help connect guests with their best tour options.
- Visit historic Taliesin West, a home and studio built by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1937. Guests to Wright's desert retreat can take audio and guided tours that discuss the architect's legacy and relationship to the building and the land.
- Tour nearby museums, including the Heard Museum, dedicated to advancing American Indian Art. Guests can enjoy the Musical Instrument Museum, featuring instruments from 200 countries, some of which are interactive.
Experience
- Relax at the hotel's outdoor pool or at the exclusive Blue Door Spa. Guests can enjoy a variety of specialty massages in the luxe spa suite or in the comfort of their own rooms.
- Join in on the inn's artistic history through art classes on-site. Guests can enjoy brunches and cocktails while painting in the serene gardens under the instruction of local professional artists.
- Experience Arizona's expansive landscapes with visits to local mountains and cactus forests, including Tonto National Forest, Camelback Mountain, and Desert Botanical Garden.
Taste
- Enjoy meals at LON's restaurant, situated in founder Lon Megargee's art studio. Diners can savor fresh regional ingredients prepared with traditional techniques as well as innovative cocktails and cap the evening off with a signature Churro Tree, which has become a local tradition.
- Experience delicious twists on the LON's experience, including evenings on LON's Last Drop’s casual patio, poolside offerings, multi-course dinners highlighting the inn’s extensive wine collection and live music experiences.
- Take a tour of nearby wineries and distilleries, featuring local flights from a thriving vineyard scene in modern and rustic tasting rooms.
FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS
Featured Offers
Book the Best Available Rate at this property on HistoricHotels.org and receive a complimentary one-year family membership (a $30 value) to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Enjoy a romantic getaway with a bottle of red or white wine and chocolate truffles in room.
Enjoy a one-night stay for two and receive a $50 breakfast credit.
Members of the American Automobile Association or Canadian Automobile Association can enjoy a 10% discount off the Best Available Rate.