Westward Ho Renovations
Phoenix, AZ
When the hotel Westward Ho opened its doors in 1928, it instantly became a Phoenix landmark. As the city’s first high-rise resort, it symbolized all things lavish, swank, deluxe. Well-heeled locals and Hollywood stars roamed its hallways and ballrooms. Clark Gable, Marilyn Monroe, Al Capone an Martin Luther King were among the famous and infamous on the guest list. The glory days of the Westward Ho didn’t last forever. By the 1970’s, the hotel had fallen into neglect. The property was purchased by a group of investors and eventually converted into a federally subsidized housing project. Today, the Westward Ho is home for disabled adults and low-income seniors. The original 16-story Spanish-colonial revivalist Tower building (completed in 1928), the 1940’s J-Building addition, and the 1950’s Thunderbird Ballroom building combine to enclose a lush courtyard oasis in the heart of Phoenix that has been host to myriad celebrities and dignitaries.
2005 Arizona State Historic Preservation Partnership: Governors Heritage Preservation Honor Award
2005 Southwest Contractor Best of 2005: Renovation/Restoration Project over $5 million - Westward Ho
