The New Global Ambassador Hotel Is Your One-Stop Shop For A Fab Getaway In Pheonix
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Welcome to 12-time James Beard Award nominee Sam Fox’s first hotel project The Global Ambassador Hotel. This ultra-luxurious property hit the Phoenix, AZ scene in December 2023 and it’s been buzzing ever since. From the intimate lobby bar to the lively rooftop, théa, this will be your new favorite hot spot in Phoenix.
With over 20 years of hospitality experience, Sam Fox is a household name in Arizona. My personal favorites are Olive & Ivy, The Henry, North Italia, and of course, The Global Ambassador Hotel.
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The Rooms
Step inside the beautiful guest rooms filled with character, elegance, and stylish decor. Every corner of the room was thoughtfully designed from the open-air patios to the bathrooms to the in-room bar (this is not your average mini bar).
Each accommodation features oak hardwood flooring, luxurious fabric wallcoverings, beds dressed in Matouk linens, Byredo amenities, a Dyson Supersonic (finally, a hotel with a legit hairdryer!), handmade leather accents by Billykirk, and curated reading materials by Maison Paige. There are accessible rooms that feature roll-in showers as well as additional amenities.
Work by day and indulge in handcrafted cocktails by night in this plush and inviting space. Enjoy a lively scene with jazz trios and artist-in-residence nights every weekend. Pro Tip: order the Adult Happy Meal, featuring your choice of a Vodka or Gin Martini with Truffle Frites.
Tables at the Lobby Bar are available to reserve Thursday-Sunday for at least 4 guests with a food and beverage minimum; call 480-697-6201 to reserve.
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Pink Dolphin and The Pool
Think Mexican and Peruvian-inspired dishes and drinks poolside. The vibrant setting feels like a movie set and is the ideal place to spend an afternoon. The indoor restaurant and covered poolside terrace are always buzzing.
Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Access to the pool and cabana reservations are available exclusively for hotel guests and members.
There is a chair lift to assist guests to enter the pool.
True to its Parisian roots, Le Âme features a variety of classic French dishes like Steak Frites and French Onion Soup, plus a fresh take on favorites like Tuna Carpaccio and Onion Dip with Potato Chips. We loved the Bagel & Lox tower! Open breakfast through dinner for hotel guests and visitors. For grab and go, Le Market is the lobby’s French-inspired bakery and bistro. It’s perfect for breakfast or lunch and we love that it turns into a bar at night.
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With beautiful mountain views and lit DJ energy, the Mediterranean restaurant théa is the best rooftop party in the area. The menu features an array of Mediterranean mezze, pasta, and coastal seafood in dips, on flatbreads, or simply marinated skewers, all designed to be shared. Sunset cocktails here are a must!
Health & Wellness
This is hands down the most jaw-dropping wellness experience. Walk into 19,000 square feet of pure workout heaven featuring a spin studio, exclusive Forma Pilates classes, state-of-the-art equipment from Technogym, Peloton, and Eleiko, and a variety of fitness classes.
The spa is equally impressive. Take advantage of the steam room, cold plunge, jacuzzi, and showers before or after your treatment. Indulge in everything from refreshing facials to therapeutic massages and therapy regimens.
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Accessibility & Dietary
The entire hotel is wheelchair accessible with smooth floors, wide hallways and doorways, oversized bathrooms, and elevator access throughout the property. For every room type, there is an ADA-compliant version, seven in total. Some features include roll-in showers, lower bed frames and vanities, and safety bars in bathrooms.
Dishes across all menus can be made vegan or vegetarian and feature gluten-free and kosher options.
Location, Location, Location
Where Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Paradise Valley converge, you’ll find The Global Ambassador. Shopping hotspots include Fashion Square Mall, Biltmore Fashion Park, Scottsdale Quarter, and Kierland Commons. For guests looking to explore day trips head to Sedona, Flagstaff, or Tucson. If you’re able to enjoy a hike, make sure to check out Camelback Mountain or Piestwa Peak.
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Sam Fox
Enter 12-time James Beard Award nominee Sam Fox’s first hotel project. After opening more than 150 restaurants, Fox describes The Global Ambassador Hotel as his legacy project. Once you experience all the hotel has to offer, you’ll be fully immersed and inspired by his global travels.
Other Fox restaurants in the area that you need to hit: Olive & Ivy, The Henry, and North Italia.
