Feeling at Home in Scottsdale, Arizona
Jewelry designer Robin Rotenier remarks on the warm reception she always receives at the Royal Palms Resort and Spa.
By Robin Rotenier
One of my favorite hotels in the world is the Royal Palms Resort and Spa (602-840-3610; royalpalmshotel.com), near Scottsdale, Arizona. The first time I visited, eight years ago, the area reminded me of the south of France, where I am originally from. Then I learned that Delos Cooke, who built the Royal Palms as a private estate in the early 1920s, traveled extensively in southern France and Spain. The entire hotel has a wonderful Mediterranean feel. Inside, it is filled with many delightful finds from his journeys. It's also a rare place that doesn't try too hard. I've been a guest for many years, so the staff recognizes me; they know that when I arrive, I head straight to its fabulous restaurant for a glass of Chardonnay and some paella, which is delicious.
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