Volcanic desert outpost
Sunlit terraces and social gathering spots look out over desert fairway greenery, where golfers and hikers recharge amid striking black rock.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Polished black basalt and illuminated onyx interiors frame floor-to-ceiling views of ancient lava fields and sandstone cliffs.
Remarkable
Sprawling across 600 acres with a 19-hole championship golf course, putting grounds, pickleball, and lava-trail excursions.
Notable
A 15,000-square-foot spa, daily sound baths, and specialized wellness rooms equipped with circadian lighting and infrared blankets.
What they say
Also in Forbes Travel Guide.
Built on more than 600 acres amid ancient black lava flows with striking red cliffs rising in the distance, the property is a polished home base...
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set in Ivins beneath Snow Canyon State Park, the resort offers immediate access to red-rock hiking trails and Greater Zion's rugged desert terrain.
The rooms
Accommodations range from sleek king rooms to sprawling multi-bedroom golf residences featuring full kitchens and private terraces overlooking the fairways.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor swimming pool mirrors red sandstone cliffs, with lounge chaises and fire pits set against black lava.
The spa
Treatment rooms at Plume Spa look out onto ancient volcanic rock, offering massage therapies and restorative facials.
The gym
The fitness center features cardio machines beneath acoustic slatted ceilings, hosting scheduled yoga and mat Pilates sessions.
Restaurant
Basalt
The signature steakhouse serves regionally sourced prime-aged beef beside fire pit tables overlooking the twilight canyon.
At the table
Options range from virtual golf simulators and pub fare at 20th Hole to open-air cocktails at Latitude.
How it began
The 19-hole championship layout was sculpted straight through rugged lava rock as the 73rd and final course design by Tom Weiskopf.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.