Sky-High Hospitality

The Remi makes its jaw-dropping debut in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District

By Alison Bailin Batz / Photos By Shelby Moore

Scottsdale’s famous Entertainment District just got a new crown jewel – one wearing its rooftop pool like a tiara.

Located just steps from nightlife, shopping and cultural hot spots, The Remi Scottsdale, Autograph Collection is designed to offer far more than a place to rest your head. Think of it as part luxury escape, part social playground and part culinary adventure, all wrapped in sleek, modern Western-inspired design.

The hotel is a towering 12 stories, with the higher floors offering perfect views of Camelback Mountain and the rooftop boasting an expansive pool. Within its walls are 161 meticulously curated rooms, including 25 suites, some with solar-shaded balconies for an elevated indoor-outdoor experience. Spa-inspired rain showers, custom robes and artwork give all of the rooms and suites a boutique feel, while oversized windows offer all guests city and/or Sonoran Desert views. For those who like to stay where the action is, there are even two loft-style suites that open directly onto the rooftop pool deck.

The design of the public spaces is particularly playful. The Remi tapped the acclaimed Rockwell Group to bring each of them to life, resulting in a mix of high-performance architecture, Scottsdale sophistication, and subtle nods to the region’s Western heritage.

With five distinct venues from which to choose, food and drink are central to The Remi’s identity. Kauboi sets the tone as the hotel’s signature eatery, fusing Japanese robata grilling, sushi artistry and an extensive whiskey collection. The menu opens with raw dishes, sushi and sashimi, and both hot and cold small plates, including caviar service, bluefin tuna crispy rice, togarashi-dusted fries, and Japanese milk toast. The menu progresses into skewered delicacies – think chicken thighs, wagyu short rib, and a whole lobster tail – followed by robata-cooked vegetables and the large plate selection. Notable dishes here include whole fried snapper, pork katsu and a 40-ounce, bone-in Mishima tomahawk ribeye, which is flamed and carved tableside.

For comfort food with a side of nostalgia, there is F/Sixteen American Diner, which serves up truffle fries, boozy milkshakes, and polished versions of diner classics at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. On the rooftop, Allegra Pool & Bar delivers Moroccan-inspired glamour, with luxe cabanas, handcrafted cocktails, and live DJ sets on select nights.

The Lobby Bar shifts from espresso in the morning to espresso martinis at night. For guests, it also provides exclusive access to the newly reimagined Maya Day + Night, which is just steps away. Kauboi Terrace, the fifth of the culinary outposts on property, offers a VIP vantage point overlooking Maya, complete with its own bar, private cabanas and premium service  – perfect for those who want the party atmosphere without being in the crowd.

The REMI Scottsdale, Autograph Collection, 4415 N. Buckboard Trail, Scottsdale; www.marriott.com/phxda; 480.770.4415.