America’s Historic Hotel in Scottsdale Arizona – Hotel Valley Ho
September 16, 2008 – 1:04 am
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America’s Historic Hotels
When it comes to luxury hotels, “historic” and “high-end” don’t always go hand-in-hand. Sometimes, old is just plain old. But there is a growing legion of upscale travelers who want more than Egyptian cotton sheets, WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Fans of America’s historic hotels want to experience the past in all its facets.
To find a hotel with a true sense of place, many travelers consult Historic Hotels of America, which has more than 200 member properties across the country. The HHA is part of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and is operated by the Preferred Hotels Group. According to executive director Thierry Roch, the organization offers independently operated properties, each with its own character and quirks. Many, of course, have the requisite five stars and top-notch amenities that put them squarely alongside the big names.
In Arizona, Scottsdale’s unique Hotel Valley Ho didn’t open until 1956 – but it boasts a historical legacy nonetheless. The youngest member of Historic Hotels of America, this Mid-century Modern hotspot was a desert home-away-from-home for celebrities of the day. It was built in a Frank Lloyd Wright retro style, with glass walls, balconies, patios and a courtyard pool, and featured one of the original Trader Vic’s restaurants. The luster wore off in the 1970s, but thanks to an $80 million reconstruction and restoration, it’s once again hip to stay at the Ho.
From 19th-century hotels and mansions to 20th-century cultural icons, it’s easy to find and stay in America’s historic hotel gems.
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