Following a dramatic multimillion-dollar design transformation, Renaissance Indian Wells has officially re-opened as the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa at Indian Wells. The project included a complete makeover of its 560 guest rooms including 103 suites, remastered corridors, a new multi-story lobby, creation of a new fitness center, pool area enhancements, food and beverage updates, including the unveiling of The Place lobby bar, the establishment of a new, intimate olive tree grove, and the debut of a new outdoor gathering spot.
The “Renaissance Esmeralda” label is a nod to the hotel’s history, when it served as an early home to Hollywood icons ranging from Bob Hope to the Rat Pack, which is also incorporated into the property’s new look. Created in collaboration with SFA Design Company, the hotel aims to evoke a sense of theatricality. Upon entering the property, guests are immediately welcomed by a fresh infusion of light, with dozens of new pendant lights reflective of the desert’s starry night skies. The grand staircase and indoor fountain have been refreshed, and the renewed lobby setting provides added communal dining and workspaces – many with beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. Additionally, The Place lobby bar has introduced an offering of desert-inspired cocktails, and a menu which evokes early Indian Wells days, as well as the year-round natural desert gardens which characterize the city today.
Accommodations welcome guests with new configurations, including a larger selection of suites, and complete floor-to-ceiling transformations in every room category. Outside, poolside guests will enjoy updated lounging with ample power ports, oversized cabanas and beachfront views.
The resort’s various public spaces – including its 23 acres of Mediterranean-inspired grounds with gardens, waterfalls and surrounding lakes and its newly planted olive grove space - can be booked for meetings, private parties and events, yoga and wellness retreats, and more. R.E.N. Meetings, Renaissance Hotels’ creative meetings platform, provides planners with a dedicated event team that will reflect the neighborhood – from styling of each space, locally sourced catering and turnkey social breaks.
Renaissance Esmeralda also offers all of the Renaissance brand’s immersive guest experiences, including Evenings at Renaissance, where guests can connect with the locale through nightly programming. A group of local businesses and notable personalities will serve as This Way partners, giving travelers a glimpse into the neighborhood by highlighting the style, eats and beats of the destination. The hotel’s Navigators are also on hand to share hidden gems.
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