Six Senses Camp Korongo to create a desert sanctuary in Southern Utah - Get updated on what's happening in tourism!

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Six Senses Camp Korongo, a 480-acre resort and branded residential community in Southern Utah, near Kanab. Scheduled to open in 2029, the project marks a further expansion of IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio in the Americas and introduces a new Six Senses destination shaped by canyon landscapes, desert skies and the cultural history of the region.

Set amid sculpted red rock formations, juniper forests and expansive desert horizons, Six Senses Camp Korongo is designed as a secluded retreat deeply connected to its natural surroundings. The resort will comprise 41 luxury tented pavilions and 12 branded residences, with architecture and materials carefully chosen to harmonise with the colours, textures and sightlines of the desert environment.

Nature-led experiences at the heart of the concept

Guest experiences will be guided by the rhythms of the landscape. Activities are expected to include hiking along ancient trails, canyoneering through dramatic rock formations and stargazing beneath some of the darkest night skies in the region. The location offers proximity to iconic national parks such as Zion, Bryce Canyon, the Grand Canyon and Arches, all visible from the site, positioning the resort as a base for exploration and discovery.

Within the sanctuary itself, the Six Senses Spa will focus on holistic well-being, offering guests the opportunity to engage with wellness experiences to varying depths, from relaxation to more immersive journeys of personal renewal.

Strategic growth for Six Senses in the Americas

The signing reflects Six Senses’ ambition to set new benchmarks in experiential ultra-luxury travel across the Americas. Each property in the brand’s portfolio is developed with a strong sense of place, prioritising natural beauty, sustainability and meaningful connection.

“Six Senses Camp Korongo will blend the brand’s distinctive values and touchpoints in a unique location while also underscoring our growth plan for the brand in the Americas,” said Jolyon Bulley, Chief Executive Officer, Americas, IHG Hotels & Resorts. “As outdoor exploration, natural connection and wellness continue to inspire luxury travelers, we’re delighted to bring this desert adventure to life alongside the exceptional team at Canyon Global Partners.”

Collaboration rooted in landscape and sustainability

The project is being developed in partnership with Canyon Global Partners, marking IHG’s first collaboration with the California-based developer, whose work is closely tied to the landscapes of the American Southwest. Design is led by Luxury Frontiers, an architecture and design studio based in South Africa, known for nature-centric and sustainable approaches.

“Southern Utah’s combination of spectacular topography, recreational opportunity and tranquility are a perfect match for Six Senses,” said Homi Vazifdar, Founder of Canyon Global Partners. “In aligning our nearly two decades of ultra-luxury resort development with IHG’s experienced luxury brand vision, we’re confident Six Senses Camp Korongo will quickly become a coveted destination that sets the standard for top-scale hotels and residences.”

Neil Palmer, Chief Operating Officer of Six Senses, highlighted the brand’s philosophy behind the project: “Six Senses Camp Korongo brings forward our distinctly original approach to both resorts and residences – places to truly connect with the landscape. Owners and guests will share a rhythm shaped by nature that restores as much as it delights, honoring southern Utah’s unique setting while delivering the thoughtful, regenerative hospitality expected from Six Senses.”

Part of a broader luxury pipeline

Six Senses Camp Korongo joins a growing pipeline of Six Senses properties in the Americas, including upcoming destinations in Mexico, Belize, Pennsylvania and Colorado. More broadly, luxury and lifestyle brands account for a significant share of IHG’s global development pipeline, reflecting continued demand for high-end, experience-driven travel across diverse settings, from urban centres to remote natural landscapes.

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