Valley Mars Hotel

Floor plan with Madi Magee & Emily Moss

203,100 sqf (18,464 sqf each level)

Located in the Windsor Historic District of central Phoenix, the Valley Mars Hotel stands as a center for tourism and an imaginative representation of the neighborhood’s approach to historical nods to Mid-Century Arizona.

Visitors are transported into the tomorrow-land of the desert; a whimsical space, featuring sleek metallic lighting of the 50s and 60s and the natural planetary elements of the Phoenix desert atmosphere. Integrated throughout the design are glossy corrugated glass, pops of bold chartreuse, layered terracotta hues of the mountains, and the distinguished gold astro man. The signature bentwood millwork, custom circular seating, and funky Cosmic Palm windows reflect the curvilinear presence of the building’s architecture and ode to the local mid-century Windsor historical neighborhood. The vibrant ambiance is matched by geometric tile patterns and lively cool toned paneling that follow you into the futuristic adventure in the upstairs lounge and hotel suites.

The Cosmic Palm restaurant concept leans into a quirky take on the desert landscape as an extraterrestrial environment with a rammed earth wall surrounding the entrance and indoor-outdoor bar.

In the lobby of Valley Mars, hotel guests are welcome to “Sit a Spell” to play cards at the high tables. The custom seating design encourages groups to socialize and enjoy a cocktail in their own lounge.

Upon arrival to the second level, guests first step into the surrealist lounge with an adjacent balcony space. The soft seating, currated bookshelves, and warm ambient lighting are suited to retreat into a good book.

This ADA compliant King Suite plays with the boundaries of privacy between functions. The continuity of the curvilinear millwork connects each element and draws the eye through the space.