About Us
History. Charm. Authentic Arizona™. This is what defines The Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa as a premier destination for the seasoned traveler. Nearly 80 years of history makes our resort an authority on the standards of service excellence. Simple, understated elegance and luxury is what we provide and indigenous charm is what sets us apart. Our guests are surrounded by the quiet, natural beauty of the desert Southwest, resulting in a truly unique, authentic experience. No towering skyscrapers or high rise-style accommodations here. The only interruptions are towering palm trees and soaring clouds that dot the clear blue skies. Challenge yourself to the largest Arizona golf resort, home to 54 championship holes, and awaken your senses in a brand new, state-of-the-art Red Door Spa. Immerse yourself in a true destination resort that spans 500 acres. We have earned numerous accolades and awards including the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond Award - Click Here to view full list of awards. Immerse yourself in Authentic Arizona™.
Property Resume
- 331 Guest Rooms, including 72 Luxurious Suites
- 43,000 square feet of Indoor meeting space, including 10,800 square foot Wigwam Ballroom
- Three 18-hole Championship Golf Courses. Golf Clubhouse and Pro Shop
- Red Door Spa by Elizabeth Arden
- Onsite Jim McLean Golf School
- Three Sparkling Pools
- Nine Plexi-Paved Illuminated Tennis Courts
- Three Restaurants and Three Lounges
- Camp Pow Wow - Daily Children's Activity Program
- The Wigwam is operated by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide as part of the Luxury Collection
Our History
When Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company discovered that long-staple cotton extended the life of the tire, the company purchased 16,000 acres of Arizona land in 1916 to begin cultivating cotton.
The Wigwam is one of the most lasting accomplishments of the early cotton ranch development. The first building on the site was established in 1918 by sales representatives supplying equipment to the ranchers, and was known as the "Organization House." Many of the guests staying on business suggested that it would be a great place to spend a winter vacation. Goodyear executives, who were occasionally accompanied by their families when visiting the farming operations, agreed, and on Thanksgiving Day in 1929 "The Wigwam" officially opened its doors as a guest ranch with enough rooms for 24 guests. A portion of the original structure remains as the cornerstone of The Wigwam's authenticity and southwestern charm.
Today, we operate the resort through a management agreement with Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. as part of The Luxury Collection. Our 331-room resort features: three championship golf courses - including the Robert Trent Jones Sr. - designed Gold and Blue Courses; nine tennis courts; two swimming pools; a luxury spa and fitness center; award-winning dining - including the AAA Four-Diamond rated Arizona Kitchen and Red's Steakhouse; 43,000 square-feet of meeting space with 25 separate meeting rooms; and acres of lush green lawns, flower gardens and citrus groves.
Click Here to view Timeline of Wigwam History.
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