Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa is entering a new chapter with a return to independent local ownership and a multi-million-dollar renovation plan designed to strengthen its position as one of Arizona's premier luxury resorts.
The property is now owned through a partnership between Berger Holdings and RJ Hospitality, two Arizona-based firms with longstanding ties to the region. The ownership transition marks a return to local stewardship for the 53-acre Paradise Valley resort, with investments planned across guestrooms, dining venues and the spa beginning in 2027.
"Our resort has always been deeply connected to the Paradise Valley community, and we're excited to move forward under independent local ownership," said Laura McIver, managing director of Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa, in a statement. "Our owners are local community leaders who share a passion for this destination and a commitment to preserving the character, service and sense of place that have defined Sanctuary for decades."
As part of the ownership transition, the resort will launch a multi-year capital improvement program aimed at enhancing the guest experience while preserving the property's legacy and connection to the community.
The renovation will begin in summer 2027 with a comprehensive redesign of all 110 guestrooms and casitas. The project, led by architecture and design firm Hart Howerton, is expected to be completed by September 2027.
A second phase in 2028 will focus on enhancements to the resort's food and beverage program and Sanctuary Spa. The investment reflects the new ownership group's long-term commitment to maintaining the resort as a leading luxury destination and community asset.
Originally opened as a tennis ranch club in the 1950s, Sanctuary Camelback Mountain has evolved into one of the Southwest's best-known luxury resorts. The property features 110 accommodations, an award-winning spa, tennis and pickleball facilities, multiple dining venues and meeting and event space that recently underwent a $7 million renovation.
The new owners said the planned improvements are intended to build on the resort's heritage while ensuring it remains a cornerstone of Paradise Valley hospitality for future generations.